Improving seedling germination and establishment

This seminar outlines the results of an independent trial assessing the effects of three turf establishment inputs on perennial ryegrass. Treatments included a composted seaweed granule, a high‑phosphorus granular fertiliser, and a liquid bio‑stimulant. Germination rate, shoot biomass, plant height, and root development were measured. The findings provide a comparative analysis of early seedling response to different input types and application methods. 

Learning outcomes: 

• Interpret germination and growth responses of seedlings to different product formulations under controlled trial conditions 
• Assess the influence of organic, granular, and liquid treatments on early shoot and root development 
• Understand how input rate and application method affect germination success and early establishment

Presented by:

Tom Morrison

Technical Development Manager Indigrow Ltd

Tom has worked in a variety of operational, educational, and technical roles across the sports turf industry for more than 15 years. Having started out working on golf courses throughout the UK, Norway and as far afield as New Zealand, he has a wealth of knowledge of working with different grass species in challenging climates. Tom has also worked within turf education at a UK college and is an R&A scholar, holding a First Class BSc (Hons) in Sportsturf Science & Management from the University of Central Lancashire.