Dr. Eric Miltner
Research Agronomist
(253) 445-4594
miltner@wsu.edu
Prior to joining the WSU Puyallup turfgrass team, Eric was responsible for establishing the turfgrass research and education program at Utah State Universiy, which included the design and construction supervision of a 16,000 sq. ft. sand-based research putting green. Research interests include physical, nutritional, and irrigation management for turfgrass soils.
FTE
100% Research
EDUCATION
Ph.D. in Crop and Soil Sciences, Michigan State University
M.S. in Agronomy, University of Georgia
B.S.A. in Agronomy, University of Georgia
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Assistant Turfgrass Research Agronomist, Washington State University
Assistant Professor of Turfgrass Management, Utah State University
Research Assistant, Michigan State University
Academic Specialist Program Coordinator for Lawn Care Technology, Michigan State University
Research Technician, University of Georgia
Graduate Teaching Assistant, University of Georgia
Golf Course Management, Whispering Pines Golf Course, Colbert, GA
Rivermont Golf and Country Club, Alpharetta, GA
Atlanta Athletic Club, Duluth, GA
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
Provide leadership in turfgrass science research program in western Washington; supervision of turfgrass field research facility and research technical support; coordination of turfgrass field day; providing management-related information to local industry professionals and interacting with professional organizations in order to foster cooperation.
RESEARCH
Nitrogen and organic matter dynamics in turfgrass soils; physical and chemical stability of calcareous sands in putting green construction; turfgrass water use; applied research in areas directly benefiting the turfgrass industry.
FUTURE PROGRAM GOALS
I would like to develop a better understanding of the impact of organic matter in turfgrass systems. This has a major influence on nutrients and pesticide availability and may lead to better use of management inputs. Development of an educational program in turfgrass management in the Puget Sound area.
HONORS AND AWARDS
1994 Golf Course Superintendents Assoc. of America Watson Graduate Fellowship
1993 Musser International Turfgrass Foundation Graduate Fellowship
1993 MSU Department of Crop and Soil Sciences Graduate Fellowship
1985 Southern Turfgrass Association Reg Perry Turfgrass Scholarship
1985 Georgia State Golf Association Turfgrass Scholarship
1984 Georgia State Golf Association Turfgrass Scholarship
Golden Key National Honor Society
Gamma Sigma Delta
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