Daejung Turfgrass Research Institute is a nationally certified private research institute with over 20 years of history.
An officially certified specialist institution under the Rural Development Administration for agrochemical and fertilizer testing — conducting efficacy and phytotoxicity tests for fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, growth regulators, and fertilizers.
Site Visit
- On-site turf quality measurement and management plan
- Comprehensive management based on turf/environment/methods
- Specialized technical training (course staff, clubhouse staff, caddies)
Precision Analysis
- On-site sample analysis (turf, soil, and irrigation water)
- Accurate identification (growth microscopy, culture identification, and molecular diagnosis)
- Analysis of fertilizers, pesticides, and materials
Solution Development
- Optimal management plans based on comprehensive analysis
- Scientific field inspection report submission
- On-site turf quality measurement and quality improvement proposals
- Integrated management based on biological, physical, and physicochemical methods
We provide scientific and practical solutions to support low-cost, high-quality, eco-friendly golf course operations.
- 1Climate change response prediction programs tailored for golf courses
- 2Accurate cause investigation through growth and environmental analysis (turf, soil, water) and disease/pest identification
- 3Minimizing loss operating costs through scientific predictive management
- 4Establishing plans for eco-friendly course management system implementation
Certifications
Corporate R&D Institute Certification
Tree Hospital Registration
Agrochemical Testing Research Institute Designation
Fertilizer Testing Research Institute Designation
NET New Excellent Technology Certificate
Research Team
Kim Jeong-sun
Research Institute Director
Ma Sang-yeol
Pathology Center Director
Lab Introduction
Daejung Turfgrass Research Institute provides optimal golf course management solutions through systematic research — from sample collection and precise analysis to on-site diagnosis.
Research Specialists
Experienced researchers supporting optimal golf course management through scientific analysis and field diagnosis.
Research Facilities
The dedicated research and analysis campus of Daejung Golf Engineering and Daejung Turfgrass Research Institute.
Research Consultation
Collaborative review of analysis results to design customized management solutions for each golf course.
Research Director
Oversees turf, soil, and water research as well as on-site diagnosis, leading institute operations.
Disease Diagnosis
Accurate diagnosis of turf diseases through microscopic analysis, with actionable treatment recommendations.
Microscopic Analysis
Precise identification of pathogens and pests in turf and soil specimens through microscopic examination.
Instrumental Analysis
Measuring physicochemical properties with calibrated instruments to produce objective diagnostic data.
Turf Growth Assessment
Scientific evaluation of turf growth samples to assess course condition and guide management decisions.
Sample Preparation
Precise sample preparation for turf, soil, and water analysis to ensure reliable laboratory results.
Products & Equipment
World’s First · Industry-Exclusive · 30-Minute Detection
Molecular diagnostic products developed and held by Daejung Turfgrass Research Institute — diagnose turf diseases accurately in about 30 minutes.
Micro PCR (Gene Amplification Device)
A portable gene amplification device for rapid on-site amplification and detection of turf disease genes.
Rapid Gene Extraction Kit
A rapid DNA/RNA extraction kit that prepares samples for immediate molecular diagnosis.
Turf Disease Gene Molecular Diagnostic Kit
A molecular diagnostic kit that precisely detects turf disease pathogens at the genetic level.
Major Equipment
ICP Analyzer (Industry-exclusive)
Simultaneous analysis of 50 elements in soil, turf, water, and fertilizer (ppb: 1/10,000,000)
Sample Digestion System (Industry-exclusive)
Simultaneously digests 50 samples of soil and turf within 3 hours
Soil Physical Properties Analyzer (Industry-exclusive)
Measures soil water supply / drainage / aeration / specific gravity
Optical Microscope (Industry-exclusive)
Disease and pest identification and culture analysis
Incubator
Disease and pest identification and culture
Disease Analysis Equipment
Disease and pest identification and culture analysis