ZymeCO recently joined turf professionals, researchers, and industry partners at the Michigan State University Turfgrass Field Day for a day centered around research, education, and collaboration.
One of the highlights was hearing Dr. Kevin Frank discuss ongoing research evaluating the use of the laccase enzyme to help degrade thatch. This work continues to explore how targeted enzyme technology can support more effective organic matter management and healthier turf systems.
Dr. Wrennie Wang and her team also shared research evaluating ThatchZyme™ alongside fungicide programs to better understand the role organic matter degradation may play in managing challenging turf conditions such as Fairy Ring. Research like this helps build a deeper understanding of how biological tools can complement existing turf management programs.
The day also included an opportunity to recognize Turf Pathologist and instructor Nancy Dykema as she celebrates her retirement. Her contributions to turfgrass research, education, and the industry have made a lasting impact, and we wish her the very best in this next chapter.
And, of course, no field day would be complete without a little friendly competition. Congratulations to Harrell’s sales representative Marc McCoy and his teammates on taking home the Hancock Cup golf championship!
We’re grateful for opportunities like the MSU Turfgrass Field Day that bring researchers and turf professionals together to share ideas, evaluate new technologies, and continue advancing the science behind better turf management.
