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Hosted by Frank Rossi · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 26 episodes
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Cornell Clippings is your go-to source for timely, short, and insightful audio segments featuring expert advice from the Cornell Turfgrass Program. Whether you're a homeowner, a lawn care professional, or managing sports fields and golf courses, we deliver research-backed tips and strategies to help you turn turfgrass into an environmental asset.
Frank Rossi hosts Cornell Clippings Podcast, a science show with 26 episodes published.
Spring weather is often unpredictable, with rainfall and temperatures varying significantly each week. Through all this uncertainty, how can you set your lawn up for success in the coming months? This episode of the Corn
To build a sustainable and carbon neutral campus by 2030, Cornell is starting from the grounds up. In this episode of the Cornell Clippings Podcast, Frank Rossi and Carl Schimenti dive into a series of best management pr
How much ice can a pound of salt really melt? In this episode, Frank Rossi and Dan Schied, director of Cornell University Grounds Department, break down the "pounds of ice melted per pound of salt" chart and explain how
Salt may be just another input for grounds crews — but it's often one of the biggest winter expenses. In this episode, we explore how snow and deicing materials impact turf along sidewalks and managed landscapes. We brea
The Cornell Turfgrass Team dives into the New York Golf Economic and Environmental Impact Report, sharing the latest data on Best Management Practices (BMPs) in the state. Carl Schimenti and Jake Zajkowski break down wha
What does it really mean when we talk about the "impact" of pesticides? In this episode, we explore the origin and purpose of the Environmental Impact Quotient (EIQ)—a tool designed to translate pesticide use into measur
Smarter care for the course. Smarter care for yourself. This episode looks at golf from two perspectives—the superintendent and the golfer. For superintendents, Carl Schimenti shares why site-specific care is the next fr
Think your turf field is game-ready? The real test goes beneath the surface. In this episode, we explore what athletic programs should be testing annually to ensure the longevity of synthetic turf fields and protect athl
What do elite soccer coaches and players want from natural turfgrass? In this "Christmas in July" episode, we explore how turf performance affects player movement, even in the snow. Carl Schimenti breaks down a winter ma
Retired golf course superintendent Rick Slattery, formerly of Locust Hill, discusses his spring approach to promoting creeping bentgrass growth over Poa annua. He explains how holding off on spring irrigation helps weake
What's the best mower system for managing excess clippings on turf? Dr. Grady Miller of North Carolina State University joins us to share results from recent mower and tractor testing on sod farms. His research evaluated
This episode features Dr. Roch Gaussoin from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, along with Frank and Carl, discussing the evolution of topdressing and turf management practices. Topics include the timing of spring aerat
As climate change increases drought, rainfall and unpredictability, managing water use wisely has never been more important. In this episode, we introduce practical tools and strategies to adapt irrigation and infrastruc
How does the type of grass you grow impact how often you mow and what happens when you cut it too short? In this episode, we break down the science behind turf management, including how mowing height affects clipping pro
What do we gain—and what do we risk—when we change how we mow? In this episode, we explore the ecosystem services of traditional lawns, bee lawns, and urban meadows, with a special focus on the growing "No Mow May" movem
What makes a great playing field—and who gets to decide? In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked world of sports field management with Dr. Chase Straw, Assistant Professor of Soil and Crop Sciences at Texas A&
Bermuda grass is creeping north. Nebraska Extension Turfgrass Specialist Roch Gaussoin joins the podcast to share an update on Bermuda research becoming a viable solution across the Midwest. He explains how to maintain t
While distance and lightning-fast greens might sound ideal, most golfers prioritize smooth surfaces, even lies, and good company. In this episode, we unpack new research from Myers College and the University of Copenhage
It's Masters week, and this episode breaks down the mystery behind Augusta National's putting green speeds and agronomy, comparing official mowing heights with real-world performance. We explore the specialized mowers us
Did you know turf grass covers 20% of New Jersey? Discover why turf plays such a significant role in the Northeast's landscape and environmental management strategies. Stay Informed with Cornell Turfgrass: For more insig
Jennifer Grant
1 appearance on this show
Dan Schied
Cornell University Grounds Department
1 appearance on this show
Dr. John Sorochan
University of Tennessee
1 appearance on this show
Rick Slattery
Locust Hill
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Grady Miller
North Carolina State University
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Roch Gaussoin
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Chase Straw
Texas A&M
1 appearance on this show
Roch Gaussoin
Nebraska Extension
1 appearance on this show
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Cornell Clippings Podcast is hosted by Frank Rossi. The show is categorised under science (natural) and has published 26 episodes.
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