From access to industry research to consulting on product development, VSP supports customers with world-class technical expertise. Our technical team, led by Dr. Jerry Pepin, leads our product development program and provides technical counsel to our customers.
Dr. Pepin is a leading authority in the field of turfgrass breeding. He has held key roles in the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program Advisory Committee, Plant Variety Protection Act advisory committee, Oregon Seed Trade Association (OSTA), and has been responsible for the development of over 70 commercially-released, improved turfgrasses. Dr. Pepin holds a Ph.D. in Turfgrass Breeding and Genetics.
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Technical Resources
Artificial and Synthetic Turf Facts and Figures
- Synthetic (Artificial) Turf vs. Natural Grass Athletic Fields
- VIDEO: The Benefits of Turfgrass
- Five Eco-Friendly Reasons to Love Your Lawn
- Fun Facts
- VIDEO: Comparing Surface Temperatures of Natural and Synthetic Turf
- VIDEO: What’s the Deal with Synthetic Turf Particles?
- Artificial Turf a Source of Lead Exposure
- Feds Finally Take Action on Crumb Rubber Turf
Maintaining Turfgrass
The Guide to Seed Treatment Stewardship