This book unlocks some of the mysteries of turf and establishes the role of cultural interventions for achieving specific objectives.Starting with history of turf and the turfgrass industry, this book provides new information on species, pesticides, PGRs, and other materials used in turfgrass management. It also discusses pesticides and pest management; fertilizers; bioenergetics and metabolism, and generally focuses on the turfgrass plant and how it grows and develops into a sustainable turfgrass community.Golf course superintendents, professional lawn care specialists, and other related professionals.