Water in turfgrass: Functions, flow and forms May 13, 2021 Water is essential to growing high-quality turf, but how, exactly, does water âworkâ within turf? Here, an overview of the water/turf interplay that makes golfâs playing surfaces possible.
Verdure: An ode to Tom Watschke May 2021 The turfgrass scientistâs early work helped shape our understanding of turf physiology and tolerance to high temperature stress. Plus: Watch a national morning showâs 1990 interview with Dr. Watschke.
GCSAA survey shows increase in golf course superintendent salaries May 11, 2021 Average salary up 4.5% for superintendents, 7.5% for Certified Golf Course Superintendents.
Women in turf: Navigating the workplace May 2021 Superintendent Ann Paulisich, who began her career in high school as a crew member, looks back at on-the-job hurdles and conflicts as well as the drive and resilience that shaped her path.
Granular repellents for golf course pest control May 10, 2021 Safely fend off geese, moles, snakes, deer and several other destructive animals with a line of easy-to-apply, long-lasting products.
Turfgrass responses to prolonged heat stress May 2021 Research on 34 cultivars and accessions from 14 cool- and warm-season grasses offers greater guidance on selecting surfaces to withstand extended periods of heat.
Shore thing: The PGA Championship at Kiawah Islandâs Ocean Course May 2021 Superintendent Jeff Stone discusses working on the ever-shifting landscape, the courseâs defining features (lots of wind, relatively little turf), and this monthâs main event.
The Home Courseâs explosive history May 2021 Formerly the site of an explosives manufacturing plant, the Washington course features historic remnants and uncommon agronomic challenges.
Superintendent plays every Oklahoma golf course May 3, 2021 After 15 years and 200-plus course stops, Oklahoma superintendent David Jones is poised to check one final unplayed Sooner State venue off his list.
GCMâs Industry News Digest: April 2021 April 30, 2021 The latest golf course product and industry news, curated for golf course superintendents and other turf industry professionals.
Measuring golf coursesâ benefits to monarch butterflies April 2021 Hundreds of U.S. golf properties have established monarch butterfly habitats. A national program aims to measure their impact.
Turf hack: Mark storm drains with nest boxes April 2021 No more (soaking-wet) searching for clogged storm drains. Try this simple, timesaving solution that resident birds will appreciate too.
GCSAA names Katrin Wolfe Mid-Atlantic field staff representative April 27, 2021 The former Penn State collegiate golfer will assist GCSAA chapters in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia.
Photo Quiz: Scratches on green, âghostâ footprints April 2021 Can you tell what produced these two strange on-course sights? Test your turf-trouble radar in this monthâs Photo Quiz.
Rhodesgrass mealybug in turf April 2021 The invasive insect is an emerging pest of both cool- and warm-season greens. Entomologists detail its life cycle, cultural and biological controls, and findings from recent insecticide experiments.
Perfecting winter putting green protection April 22, 2021 With just a brief window to bring greens out of long, harsh winters, a club has fine-tuned a custom cover system that shields turf from the elements without creating anoxic conditions.
Rounds 4 Research auction opens April 26 April 20, 2021 The 2021 auction follows a year of growth in golf participation and offers more than 900 opportunities to tee it up. Preview them now.
TiburĂłn Golf Clubâs tournament trifecta April 15, 2021 This week, the Naples, Fla., standout is hosting its third professional golf event in just five monthsâ time. Hereâs how the agronomy team planned for and pulled off the feat.
Survey: Mental health in the golf industry April 2021 Syngenta asked golf industry professionals about the past yearâs impact on job-related stress and their mental health. Here, a look at the findings, and resources for those who may need support.
Heavy metal effects on golf course greens April 2021 Certain products and soil conditions can expose turf to elevated levels of copper and zinc. Researchers examined the impacts of the heavy metals on two warm-season turfgrasses.