FMC’s ‘Give Back to Local Chapters’ totals $33K in donations

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

While climbing the career ladder, the superintendent has also compiled a stellar record of industry service.

Hydromulch for winter green protection

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.

Jack Fry honored with GCSAA’s Outstanding Contribution Award

A fixture in turfgrass education, the scientist and researcher has influenced the expertise and career paths of many in the golf industry.

Is Poa annua really an annual species?

A series of experiments took a close look at Poa annua’s life cycle, a better understanding of which can help superintendents trying to eradicate or maintain it.

Operation Double Eagle connects veterans with golf course maintenance

In Augusta, Ga., a new job-training program for U.S. military veterans prepares participants for roles on golf course maintenance crews.

The best GCM articles of 2021

As the sun sets on 2021, we’re hitting rewind and revisiting a top story from each of the past 12 months. Take a look back at the year’s bright ideas, big moments and memorable players.

Andy Jorgensen wins President’s Award for Environmental Stewardship

The Florida superintendent champions water-conscious and low-input golf course management strategies.

Jeff Heaton wins 2021 Leo Feser Award

The Wisconsin superintendent’s wisdom on managing younger golf course employees has been chosen as the year’s top member-written GCM article.

Natural alternatives for annual bluegrass control

Are there any truly viable nonchemical options for Poa annua control in high-value turf? Researchers put 11 alternative treatments to the test.

Olde is new again: Insights from a renovation

Darren Davis, CGCS, discusses the decisions that guided recent renovation work at Olde Florida Golf Club and explains key steps, such as fraise mowing, that ensured success.

Police chase ends on Florida golf course

Watch footage of the dramatic scene, which has made national news, and hear from the superintendent on the damage and other details.

Vince Gill to receive GCSAA’s Old Tom Morris Award

The country music superstar has been a lifelong golfer and generous supporter of the game.

Photo Quiz: Dark lines atop turf, dandelions on green

What caused these surfaces to take unsightly turns? See whether your damage-diagnosing instincts are up to par in this month’s Photo Quiz.

Proceeds from donated golf rounds a lifeline for turf program

At Oregon State University, funds from GCSAA’s annual Rounds 4 Research auction have helped expand research efforts that have practical applications for golf course superintendents.

The icing on the turf

Turf scientist Jack Fry, Ph.D., offers an overview of the various ways ice forms in the turfgrass system and the differing effects.

A conversation with Bob Farren, CGCS

The longtime caretaker of Pinehurst Resort chats with GCM about his small-town beginnings, career journey and work at Pinehurst. Plus: Peers and protégés reflect on Farren’s impact on the industry.

Bob Farren wins GCSAA’s inaugural Col. John Morley Award

An extensive résumé of industry service has complemented the 41-year GCSAA member’s distinguished career at Pinehurst Resort.

Humic fertilizer effects on soil, turf health

Using a sand-based putting green, researchers evaluated humic substances’ ability to enhance soil microbial activity and maintain turf quality with reduced nitrogen.

Turf schools: Small colleges, great heights

Several small colleges and junior colleges loom large in the turf management industry, training sought-after grads and championing careers in turf.