Red Hen Turf Farm

05/18/2026

****Holiday Reminder****

This Memorial Day Weekend, we pause to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Red Hen Turf Farm’s Office/Shop will be closed Sat., May 23rd through Mon., May 25th and will reopen Tues., May 26th at 8:00 AM EDT.

05/08/2026

We received the sweetest surprise from a fellow sod farm in Wisconsin, and it absolutely made our day. ❤️

After the flooding they experienced, our hearts have been with them. Farming comes with plenty of challenges, and seeing kindness within this industry is something we never take for granted.

Thank you so much for the thoughtful gift basket and all the delicious treats. Your kindness meant more than you know. We are wishing you a strong recovery, sunny days ahead, and a beautiful season. 🌱

From all of us at Red Hen Turf Farm — thank you!

05/04/2026

Red Hen Turf Farm is hiring a **Local Delivery Driver / Farm Semi Operator** for the 2026 season.

This is a **seasonal, full-time, daytime position** based in New Carlisle, Indiana.

We would especially love to connect with an **experienced or retired driver with a CDL** who may be interested in steady seasonal work, local routes, and a hands-on farm environment.

Learn more and apply on INDEED:

Red Hen Turf Farm

04/30/2026

🌱 The time has come! 🌱

Rain, Rain, Go away! Even with all of the rain we have been getting, We are currently harvesting BOTH Kentucky Bluegrass & Fescue!

Now is the perfect time to place your order for fresh-cut sod and get a jump start on a beautiful summer lawn. ☀️

Fresh sod. Fresh start. Beautiful lawn.

📞 Whether you need 1 ROLL of 1000 ROLLS, place your order today!

04/13/2026

⏳ The window for crabgrass preventer is starting to close… but there’s still time to get it down!

We’re in that late window, so if it’s on your to-do list, now’s the time to act. A little timing now can make a big difference in how your lawn looks all season long.

💰 Good news — our 2026 fertilizer prices have NOT increased from 2025. We planned ahead so we can continue passing those savings on to you.

🕗 We’re open Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 4 PM (EST)
📦 Need it after hours? Just reach out — we can arrange a pickup!

Let’s get your lawn set up for success 🌱

Call now to connect with business.

04/03/2026

We're in the optimal timeframe for Spring 2026 Crabgrass Pre-Emergent application - if you're in mid-Michigan south to the border of Indiana and Ohio. Here's a really good article to explain more on how it varies from year to year and tools you can use to track the timing.

When is the correct time to apply crabgrass preemergence herbicides in the spring?

04/01/2026

Burrrr! It might be cold outside, but you could be warm and cool 😎 in one of our new hoodies! ONLY $30 each. Proceeds to benefit local food banks. S-XXL available in Our Sod Must Be Good. S-XL in Our Grass Is Legal (plus sizes to Come)

03/31/2026

Spreader settings matter… but let’s talk about something people forget.....

👉 Your walking speed.

You can have the perfect setting dialed in, but if you’re creeping along like you’re window shopping… you’re dumping WAY more product than you think 😬

So what’s the goal?
🚶‍♂️ About 3 mph

Now I know nobody’s out there thinking:
“Yep… this feels like exactly 3 mph” 🏎️

Here’s the trick:
Walk to the beat of Stayin’ Alive by the Bee Gees.

If you’ve got that stuck in your head now… you’re welcome 😏

But seriously—steady pace = even coverage = better results (and less wasted product).

Bonus: Most smartphones can track your walking speed too

Now that you’re humming along to the Bee Gees…
Have you put your crabgrass preventer down yet? 🌱

Because the weeds aren’t waiting… and neither should you 😉

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03/19/2026

🌱 Red Hen Turf Farm Tip of the Week 🌱

Next week is shaping up to be a great time to apply your crabgrass preventer!

We recommend using the MSU GDD Tracker to time your application just right. This tool tracks heat accumulation and helps predict when soil temperatures reach the ideal range for pre-emergent success.

👉 Check it out here: https://gddtracker.msu.edu/

💡 Why timing matters:
Crabgrass preventer should be applied when soil temperatures reach about 50–55°F—this allows it to form a barrier before crabgrass begins to germinate.

With warmer temps on the way, we’re getting close to that window in our area!

✔️ Apply early enough
✔️ Water it in
✔️ Stay ahead of crabgrass all season

Have questions or need product? Stop in or reach out—we’re here to help!

02/19/2026

We’re deeply saddened to share that our final founding partner, Ronald L. Keigley, passed away this past Monday, February 16, 2026.

With Ron’s passing, an era truly comes to a close. Ron was one of the three original owners of Red Hen Turf Farm, founded in 1957 alongside his brother Victor R. W. Keigley and their partner Harold Hetler. Together, they built more than a business — they built a legacy grounded in hard work, integrity, and lasting relationships.

When the founders retired in 1983, the Millar family was honored to purchase the farm and carry that work forward. What began as a bold vision among partners has continued to grow and proudly serve our communities for nearly 70 years.

Ron was steady, practical, and deeply committed — to the land, to the work, and to the people around him. Those of us who had the privilege of knowing him understand that his impact reaches far beyond acres of turf. The values he helped establish and the example he set continue to shape who we are.

We will especially miss Ron’s visits to the farm, which he continued to make faithfully year after year. It meant a great deal to see him here — with his big smile, his joking nature, still interested, still invested, still part of the Red Hen family.

Today, we’re not just remembering a founder — we’re honoring a life well lived and a legacy that continues to shape Red Hen.

Ron’s loving family has written a beautiful tribute to his life, which can be viewed here:
https://www.starksfamilyfh.com/obituaries/ronald-keigley

PHOTOS shared by Ron's loving daughter Chris over the years.
TOP PHOTO was taken in 2018 - Ron caught wind that Red Hen was delivering sod in the area and met our driver to "supervise" haha! Love it!
BOTTOM PHOTO was taken in 2020. Ron (left) and his friend (right) modeling some Red Hen Turf Farm T-Shirts. Look at those fabulous smiles on those 2 handsome men!