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James Murphy
My research evaluates turfgrass cultivars (varieties) and best management practices for turfgrass systems used in the metropolitan region surrounding New Jersey. Frequent use (traffic stress) of turfed landscapes often damages the vegetative cover of lawns, sports fields, golf courses and other landscapes. Our research identifies turfgrasses that have better survival under traffic, which is a major criterion of Rutgers Cooperative Extension recommendations on turfgrass varieties.
The Center for Turfgrass Science generates and disseminates knowledge, and provides training and education in the turfgrass sciences by fostering nationally recognized multidisciplinary research; undergraduate, graduate, and continuing professional education; and service programs that support the turfgrass industry.
Videos
Rutgers Turfgrass Research Field Days Returned!
Turf Management Practices During COVID-19 with Jim Murphy, Matt Elmore, Albrecht Koppenhofer, and Bruce Clarke
Disease Management During COVID-19 – Carolinas GCSA Video with B. Clarke, J. Kerns, J. Roberts