Linking Turfgrass Weed Science Research and Extension Programs with Web-Based Technology.

Extension professionals are charged with effectively communicating current research findings that aid stakeholders. The worldwide web allows for fast, efficient, and economical delivery of this extension information.  Developing professional, user-friendly, web-based extension resources is an integral component of successful extension education. This presentation will outline considerations for developing web-based resources linking turfgrass weed science research and extension programs, discuss software to monitor the impact of these resources, and introduce the use of social media to reach additional stakeholders.