Creeping bentgrass seeding rates, traffic affect green establishment January 2018 A conservative seeding rate can result in cost-effective and speedy green establishment.
The case for protecting genetic resources in turfgrass December 29, 2017 Urbanization has the potential to negatively impact unique genetic resources. In the case of turfgrass, the disturbance of sites in South Korea has threatened zoysiagrasses that possess distinct biological advantages.
Telling your story: Media relations for golf course superintendents December 2017 Plan and practice to successfully spread the golf course superintendent profession’s message and value to the masses.
Smithco attains GCSAA Silver Partner status December 19, 2017 The manufacturer of turf sweepers, bunker rakes and turf sprayers has joined GCSAA’s Partner Recognition Program.
Anthony Williams earns top environmental honor for second time December 19, 2017 The TPC Four Seasons superintendent wins Overall and National Private honors in the 2017 Environmental Leaders in Golf Awards, with 21 others also recognized for their on-course environmental achievements.
Melrose Leadership Academy class of 2018 selected December 12, 2017 The 20 superintendents will receive a trip to the 2018 Golf Industry Show through the professional-development program.
Can-do in Kansas: The 2017 Kansas Turfgrass Conference December 7, 2017 The 67th annual Kansas Turfgrass Conference drew hundreds of attendees, including a new one who has been influencing the industry for years.
Chuck Totten wins 2017 Edwin Budding Award from GCSAA December 5, 2017 The three-year GCSAA member’s long career as an equipment manager has been focused on service to his profession and mentoring others.
Nufarm attains GCSAA Gold Partner status December 4, 2017 The company, a leading supplier of crop protection products, has expanded its support in the GCSAA Partner Recognition Program.
N source and water quality affect foliar and root N uptake December 2017 Researchers at Texas A&M are examining foliar uptake of nitrogen by bermudagrass putting green turf and root uptake of nitrogen by bermudagrass fairway turf.
Effects of the DryJect or AIR2G2 on bentgrass greens December 2017 With funding from the Environmental Institute for Golf, researchers are testing the effects of the DryJect, AIR2G2 machines and conventional cultural methods on turf performance and soil physical properties.
Verdure: Water you doing with all that potassium? December 2017 Researchers at the University of Florida looked at whether application of high levels of potassium would reduce drought stress of Tifdwarf and TifEagle hybrid bermudagrasses.
Iron sulfate and urea affect Microdochium patch on annual bluegrass December 2017 A two-year field study at Oregon State University explored different combinations of iron sulfate and urea applications on the incidence of Microdochium patch.
Inside GCM: An intro to autism, courtesy of Mr. Egber December 2017 A visit with an employee of The Els Center of Excellence sheds light on the school’s work and those it serves.
Class act: The Els Center of Excellence December 2017 Major golf champion Ernie Els and his wife, Liezl, have developed a one-stop destination for families affected by autism.
Ernie Els: (The Big) Easy does it December 2017 Old Tom Morris Award recipient Ernie Els has a silky-smooth swing, designs golf courses, curates his own line of wine, and is a game-changing force in helping those affected by autism.
Water: Simple steps make a splash at TPC Jasna Polana December 2017 The New Jersey club has taken gradual, relatively small strides to conserve water and safeguard water quality, making its example one most golf courses can follow.
Shop: Cool yule tools for equipment technicians December 2017 These practical gadgets would make first-rate gifts for the golf course equipment technician.
Effect of oriental mustard seed meal for dollar spot control December 2017 Seed meal from oriental mustard shows promise as a non-chemical means of dollar spot control, potentially reducing reliance on conventional fungicides.
President’s Message: That seasonal spirit December 2017 A focus on the common good abounds during the holiday season, and that mindset is a constant at GCSAA.