#$%^&*AU2013213751A120130829.pdf#####INSECT RESISTANT TRANSGENIC TURF GRASS ABSTRACT This invention relates to transgenic turf grass having resistance to turf grass pest insects. Methods of producing such insect-resistant transgenic turf grass lines are disclosed. The invention further relates to the use of the insect-resistant transgenic turf grass to eliminate or reduce the usage of spray-on insecticides to protect the turf grass from insect damage.