Do wetting agents influence putting green speed? February 2021 Claims that the products produce faster and firmer surfaces haven’t been thoroughly vetted, leading researchers to investigate seven wetting agents’ effects on green speed and more.
John Deere to sponsor GCSAA’s Assistant Superintendent Certificate Series February 9, 2021 The support is the latest in the company’s many efforts to bolster young professionals in the golf course management industry.
Superintendents, EMs selected for 2021 Melrose programs February 9, 2021 The 2021 classes of the Melrose Leadership Academy and Melrose Equipment Management Experience will attend the 2022 Golf Industry Show.
Mark Jordan elected GCSAA’s 85th president February 5, 2021 The Ohio superintendent took the reins at a virtual version of the association’s Annual Meeting, and the Board of Directors welcomed a new member.
PGA Frisco: A testament to teamwork February 4, 2021 The PGA of America’s ambitious North Texas project and the collaboration among its architects, builders and superintendents got the spotlight at the 2021 Golf Industry Show.
Golf industry leaders foretell bright future at GIS 2021 February 4, 2021 Golf executives reflected on the tumult of 2020 and how the industry navigated, and cast an optimistic eye toward 2021 and beyond.
Virtually yours: Kicking off the 2021 Golf Industry Show February 3, 2021 The Opening Session championed superintendents and featured one of their most notable fans, Jim Nantz.
Hole, yeah: The 2021 Waste Management Phoenix Open February 3, 2021 While the Stadium Course — and its famously festive 16th hole — won’t be as lively, the TPC Scottsdale crew still has the grounds in crowd-pleasing form.
2021 Golf Industry Show: Virtual trade show spotlight January 28, 2021 You’ll find hundreds of exhibitors at the virtual trade show, and many are running special promotions, hosting must-see demonstrations, and giving away major prizes.
Iced in at En-Joie Golf Club January 14, 2021 Superintendent Anthony Chapman is carefully chipping away at acres of encased turf — some with silt from flooding beneath the ice.
Bald Eagle Golf Club’s pandemic purgatory January 13, 2021 On a detached tract of U.S. soil, a golf course sits suspended in pandemic-spurred disuse, a logger-turned-superintendent its lone caretaker.
Complete! Golf course environmental BMPs established for all 50 states January 12, 2021 From sea to shining sea, golf courses can look to the state-specific resources for making environmentally sound decisions and demonstrating stewardship. View all the guides here.
GCSAA announces winners of 2020 Environmental Leaders in Golf Awards January 5, 2021 Familiar faces make up the latest class of honorees, each at the helm of a facility well-rounded in its environmental efforts.
Reducing turfgrass damage from dog urine January 2021 Man’s best friend can be rather unfriendly to turf. Two studies looked into potential strategies for mitigating damage: more tolerant turf varieties and use of water repellents.
Verdure: B is for boron January 2021 A plant scientist and a pair studies offer insight on this essential plant nutrient and the effects of boron fertilization on turfgrass.
Effects of air and sand injection on soil physical properties January 2021 Air and sand injection have earned reputations as less disruptive methods of turfgrass cultivation. Researchers put the practices to the test.
Weed control in turfgrass: Alternatives to conventional herbicides January 2021 Turf managers may not always be able to rely on synthetic herbicides for combating weeds. Scientists outline several non-chemical strategies, including cultural practices and organic products.
Photo Quiz: Brown trail of turf, peculiar prints January 2021 What’s to blame for the blemishes on these two greens? Join the investigation in this month’s Photo Quiz.
Golf course labor: Bridging the Gen Z generation gap January 2021 A superintendent shares what he has learned managing high school- and college-aged crew members, and offers advice on helping your youngest staffers — and, in turn, your operation — thrive.
What the Tech? Practical plant identification on the golf course January 2021 A deeper knowledge of the various plant life under your care will help you turn out a better golfscape. Try these apps for quick, easy ID of flowers, trees, shrubs and more.