turfgrass

WSU cultivating new Perennial Grass Breeding and Ecology Farm research site

To make room for planned commercial development on the edge of the Pullman campus, WSU’s turfgrass farm is getting a new home where researchers will work at ways to grow more grass with fewer seeds and breed varieties that are more resistant to drought.

Michael Neff with fields in the background.

Turfgrass research farm renamed to honor Roy Goss

PUYALLUP — The Washington State University turfgrass research farm in Puyallup was renamed the R.L. Goss Research Farm in ceremonies held at the farm. Roy L. Goss is a pioneer in turfgrass research and many of his innovations are still used in golf courses, playfields, parks and landscaping throughout the country.“I’m pleased for this honor,” the […]