North Carolina governor lauds state’s golf industry June 28, 2018 While naming June 20 North Carolina Golf Day, Gov. Roy Cooper spotlighted the economic benefits brought in by the game.
First-ever hurricane impact report for clubs released June 26, 2018 The publication captures critical information about Florida clubs’ experiences in preparing for and recovering from a natural disaster.
Understanding the seasonal worker shortage June 7, 2018 Golf industry representatives offer updates and perspective on the U.S. labor market and the H-2B visa program.
Andrew Kerr, Anthony Girardi earn Master Greenkeeper certificate June 7, 2018 The pair of turf professionals recently became the 73rd and 74th recipients of the Master Greenkeeper designation.
Green Start Academy 2018: Apply now May 22, 2018 The educational and networking event for assistant superintendents will welcome 50 members to its 2018 class this fall.
Golf industry mourns James B. Beard, Ph.D. May 15, 2018 The turfgrass scientist and industry legend died Monday.
The First Tee links up with alternative learning program in Virginia May 9, 2018 At Birdwood Golf Course in Charlottesville, middle and high school students build golf skills, confidence and character.
GreenSight Agronomics acquires Turf Cloud May 9, 2018 The purchase of the company — founded by two superintendents — will enhance the data storage, organization and analysis capabilities of GreenSight drones.
Target Specialty Products and SOLitude Lake Management team up May 4, 2018 The companies are cooperating to deliver comprehensive turf care and aquatic services to the golf industry.
Jeff Blume elected ASGCA president May 3, 2018 The Texas native plans to draw attention to the economic successes being seen by those investing in golf facilities of all types.
National Golf Day 2018 rewind May 1, 2018 A robust GCSAA presence joined the We Are Golf coalition to represent and advocate for the golf industry in Washington, D.C.
Report: Golf drives $84.1 billion in economic activity April 25, 2018 The latest U.S. Golf Economy Report shows a 22 percent increase from 2011.
Mark your calendar for BioBlitz 2018 April 12, 2018 Audubon International’s species-counting competition documents the diversity of life on golf courses and is an excellent outreach opportunity for golf course superintendents.
National Golf Day Community Service Project set for April 24 March 29, 2018 Superintendents will again spearhead a beautification and preservation effort of the National Mall in the lead-up to National Golf Day on April 25.
On the move: PBI-Gordon to relocate corporate headquarters March 28, 2018 A longtime fixture in downtown Kansas City, Mo., the company has announced its move to a city suburb.
#NERTF18: New regulations worry Maine superintendents March 8, 2018 The state’s golf industry is pushing for common-sense legislation in the face of recently adopted municipal pesticide regulations.
Syngenta Business Institute 2017: ‘They don’t teach that in turf school’ February 2018 Turf managers honed a different set of managerial skills at the ninth annual Syngenta Business Institute.
Tim Hiers wins USGA Green Section Award January 31, 2018 The 39-year GCSAA member will be honored during the association’s annual meeting in February.
Anuvia to honor Bob Farren at Golf Industry Show January 30, 2018 The longtime Pinehurst superintendent will be lauded as part of the company’s new Legends Initiative.
Mississippi Valley GCSA offering new internship January 26, 2018 The Roger Null internship will give one student experience with tournament setup and course maintenance at public and private facilities in the St. Louis area.