Bermudagrass: Know your hybrids September 2018 Dedicated plant breeders have worked for decades to improve common bermudagrass cultivars to provide finer, high-quality turf.
Golf course greens renovation advice September 2018 A distillation of research to help superintendents spearhead a greens renovation, minimize course closure and ensure a long-lasting finished product.
Let it bee: Elcona Country Club September 2018 Interests in woodworking and stewardship meld for superintendent Ryan Cummings, who has crafted a homey bee habitat at the Indiana club.
Making a pitch: The turfgrass at the 2018 World Cup September 2018 Much of the turfgrass on display — and writhed on by soccer players — at the 2018 World Cup was the product of seed bred and produced in the United States.
The art of golf course bunker removal September 2018 An Ohio superintendent shares his process for eliminating bunkers — and the resources they require — while maintaining golf course aesthetics and architectural integrity.
A curious mind: Trent Manning named 2018 Most Valuable Technician September 2018 Fueled by a natural inquisitiveness, 2018 Most Valuable Technician Award winner Trent Manning has established a reputation as one of golf’s most respected equipment managers.
A perfect marriage: Superintendent blends turf and tech September 2018 Jason VanBuskirk has combined his love of tech and turf into a successful — and life-balancing — startup company.
Salmon Arm Golf Club showcases environmental stewardship August 30, 2018 Among its many initiatives to nurture a vibrant ecosystem, the British Columbia club is taking steps to restore a creek to its status as a salmon tributary.
Fall turf prep: A focused fall for a stress-less spring August 30, 2018 Tackle fall disease flare-ups, implement preventive strategies, and steel your turf against the stresses of the upcoming winter.
Seth Waugh named PGA of America CEO August 29, 2018 The PGA of America board member and former CEO of Deutsche Bank Americas was appointed Aug. 28.
Penn State graduate fellowships honor turf industry icons August 23, 2018 GCSAA members Paul R. Latshaw, Matt Shaffer and Andrew McNitt are the namesakes of three new fellowships in the university’s turfgrass program.
Insecticide efficacy in turfgrass focus of Penn State study August 23, 2018 Researchers are halfway through a field study on the residual activity of imidacloprid, an insecticide popular for grub control that has recently shown a decline in effectiveness.
New PGA Tour rookie Chris Thompson has GCSAA ties August 23, 2018 After years of chasing the dream, 42-year-old pro golfer Chris Thompson — husband of GCSAA employee Jessica Thompson — delivered a breakthrough to earn his PGA Tour membership card.
A son’s spirit prevails at Bellerive August 9, 2018 The maintenance team at the 2018 PGA Championship is wearing a special reminder of Carlos Arraya’s late son, Isaih.
GCSAA Legacy Award winners announced August 9, 2018 The scholarship program for children and grandchildren of GCSAA members has awarded grants to 20 college students.
Shop talk: Managing equipment at Bellerive Country Club August 8, 2018 Equipment manager Chris Rapp has had ample help handling shop operations at the 2018 PGA Championship.
Fan appreciation at Bellerive Country Club August 7, 2018 In addition to the throngs attending the 2018 PGA Championship, the fans keeping the putting surfaces healthy at Bellerive are also getting plenty of attention.
GCSAA assumes leadership role for First Green August 2, 2018 With nearly 18,000 members worldwide, the association will deliver the unique STEM education program to a greater market.
Through the Green: The grass at the PGA Championship August 2018 Discover the tale of arduous travel, genius plant selection and a forward-thinking superintendent behind Meyer zoysiagrass.
Creeping bentgrass light requirements August 2018 University of Arkansas researchers aimed to determine the daily light integral (DLI) requirement of creeping bentgrass greens by evaluating the effects of shade intensity and timing.