Title: Investigate seed technology.
Course: Turfgrass Management (18054-III) > Section: Applying Science to Turfgrass Management

Investigation should include

- defining seed technology
- discussing methods used to improve physical and genetic characteristics of seeds
  - variety development
    - appearance
    - appropriate use
    - cultural requirement
    - pest resistance
    - stress tolerance
    - growing conditions
    - management level
    - desired performance
  - seed production
  - seed processing
  - seed certification
  - seed storage
- the ability to interpret information on a turfgrass seed label
- seed coatings
  - seed dressing
  - film coating
  - pelleting
- disease and drought resistant features.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How do we distinguish between blends and mixtures?
- What skills do we need to interpret turfgrass labels in terms of quality, purity, and seed certification?
- What are the cost considerations in seed selection?