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About Mike Kenna, Ph.D.

Mike Kenna, Ph.D., is the retired director of research, USGA Green Section. Contact him at mpkenna@gmail.com.

Posts by Mike Kenna, Ph.D.

The importance of soil moisture meter accuracy in saline soils Posted on 28 Jul 2022 in the Featured & From the Magazine & Research categories.

Measuring soil moisture with time domain reflectometry (TDR) sensors can aid turfgrass water conservation efforts and improve playing conditions. Read more»

Off the Record: TDR’s evolution from the lab to the course Posted on 06 Jul 2022 in the From the Magazine & Research categories.

As the research article suggests this month, TDR measurements have made a significant economic impact and helped with water management on golf courses. Read more»

A close look at the economic benefits of water research Posted on 30 Jun 2022 in the From the Magazine categories.

The USGA has invested more than $45 million in turfgrass and environmental research, which has improved irrigation efficiency on U.S. golf courses. Read more»

Off the Record: How USGA grants advance the future of golf course management Posted on 07 Jun 2022 in the Columns & From the Magazine categories.

Research editor Mike Kenna, Ph.D., discusses how USGA grants benefit the future of golf courses and golf course management. Read more»

Off the Record: Is Poa annua a friend or foe? Posted on 19 May 2022 in the Columns & Featured & From the Magazine categories.

Research Editor Mike Kenna, Ph. D., talks his experiences through the years with the USGA regarding annual bluegrass (Poa annua). Read more»

Off the Record: Remote sensing technology is humming along slowly Posted on 11 Apr 2022 in the Columns & From the Magazine categories.

Mike Kenna, Ph.D., discusses remote sensing technology and imaging systems used to scout courses for pest problems, plan IPM strategies and more. Read more»

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