About MRTF

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The Midwest Regional Turf Foundation (MRTF) was founded in 1945. As a non-profit 501(C)3 organization, the MRTF's sole purpose is to support turfgrass research and education at Purdue University for the betterment of the turf industry in Indiana, the Midwest, and the world.

The Foundation receives no government funding. It is supported by memberships, private and corporate contributions, fund raising outings, and registration fees for educational events. The Foundation is governed by fourteen elected board of directors and an executive officer.

MRTF is an an active and instrumental group. The School of Agriculture and the MRTF have a very good working relationship. The Foundation has an open and on-going dialog with the Dean of Agriculture which has lead to improved research facilities and an increase in faculty members. Monies from the Foundation help support research in the Agronomy, Botany and Plant Pathology, and Entomology Departments.

Each year the MRTF sponsors a conference held at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. The Foundation also cosponsors many other education events thru the year with each aimed at differing aspects of the industry.

Two publications are sent out by the MRTF. One being the Midwest Memo to keep its members informed of worthy news items. The second is the Midwest Factsheet that is timely information to help turf managers during trying times.