Verdure: The Sting (nematode, that is) February 2022 Sting nematodes are known to have the lowest threshold levels of any nematode on turfgrass. But just how low?
Photo Quiz: Various lines on tees February 2022 Mysterious lines traversing two tees are the topic of this month’s Photo Quiz. Can you tell what left each set of stripes?
2022 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show: News and buzz February 10, 2022 Follow updates from the GCM team on the latest happenings in San Diego.
Recap: 2022 GCSAA Annual Meeting February 10, 2022 Kevin Breen ascends to GCSAA presidency in absentia, Steven Hammon joins board, and annual dues adjustment approved at annual meeting.
Turfgrass Talk Show returns for 10th year February 10, 2022 Today’s panel of experts will offer insights on the effectiveness of various golf course tools and maintenance techniques.
Short course, big presence: The Hay at Pebble Beach February 9, 2022 Hay there: Hear from the architect, builder and superintendent involved in Tiger Woods’ recent transformation of the nine-hole track that welcomes golfers of all abilities.
Seth Strickland claims fifth GCSAA National Championship February 8, 2022 Now a back-to-back champion, the Florida superintendent rallied down the stretch to force — and then win — a playoff with Texas’ Tanner Westbrook.
What’s a labor-challenged golf course superintendent to do? February 8, 2022 Step one: Attend Tuesday’s labor-focused Power Hour, where you’ll hear fresh strategies for hiring, managing and retaining your workforce in 2022.
Magnificent muni: Torrey Pines tops menu for GCSAA Golf Championships February 7, 2022 GCSAA’s visit to the South and North courses comes on the heels of the Farmers Insurance Open and a decision on a state legislature bill that targeted California’s public golf facilities.
Testing turfgrasses for lower-input fairways February 2022 Researchers evaluated the quality of five fairway turfgrasses maintained with and without nitrogen and fungicide applications.
Totally tubular: Golf course becomes snow-tubing destination February 3, 2022 Have hill, will tube. By turning its driving range into a snow-tubing park, an upstate New York golf course remains a hot spot during the chilliest months.
GCM’s guide to the 2022 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show January 2022 Look who’s back: After a one-year virtual-only hiatus, the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show returns in person, with a new name and a few other inaugural surprises.
Photo Quiz: Holes in bunker, indentations on green January 2022 Hazard a guess as to what produced this pair of odd golf course sights.
New insights on take-all root rot January 2022 The various fungal species that cause this disease of warm-season turfgrasses were previously thought to be similar, but a closer look has revealed differences noteworthy for superintendents.
Things you learn about golf course safety after 41 years on course January 28, 2022 Gas power tools are ubiquitous on the golf course. Here’s how to ensure safe operation, from a longtime EM-superintendent duo.
Golf tournament volunteering do’s and don’ts January 27, 2022 A veteran volunteer at professional golf tournaments shares tips for excelling in the role and getting the most out of your time inside the ropes.
GCM’s Industry News Digest: January 2022 January 27, 2022 The latest golf course product and industry news, curated for golf course superintendents and other turf industry professionals.
FMC’s ‘Give Back to Local Chapters’ totals $33K in donations January 20, 2022 Thirty GCSAA chapters benefited from funds given by the program in 2021. Chapter leaders share just how those gifts have made an impact for their members.
Travis Cook receives GCSAA’s first Emerging Leader Award January 18, 2022 While climbing the career ladder, the superintendent has also compiled a stellar record of industry service.
Hydromulch for winter green protection January 13, 2022 On a links-style course in Nebraska, where winter winds are inhospitable to turf and traditional covers, a superintendent uses hydromulch to see greens through to spring.