Envu Solutions to Manage the 2026-2027 Super El Niño

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) forecasts indicate that a strengthening El Niño could bring warmer temperatures, increased rainfall and prolonged periods of cloud cover to many regions of the US this fall and winter. For golf course superintendents and lawn care operators, these changing weather patterns may create conditions that favor both foliar and root diseases, expanded weed germination windows, and overall increased stress on turfgrass systems.

While the exact impact will vary by region, warmer and wetter conditions can lead to extended leaf wetness periods, saturated soils and increased disease pressure from pathogens that thrive in moist environments. Turf managers may also face greater challenges protecting root systems, maintaining turf quality and planning cultural and agronomic programs throughout the season.

Preparing for these conditions starts with understanding the risks and identifying proactive management strategies before disease pressure intensifies.

To help turf professionals navigate the potential challenges associated with El Niño, the Envu Green Solutions Team has developed a series of resources focused on weed and disease management, root protection and seasonal agronomic planning. Explore the resources below to learn how forecasted El Niño conditions could affect your operation and discover practical strategies to help maintain healthy turf throughout the months ahead.