Organic golf course management: Lessons from Vineyard Golf Club January 2018 Superintendent Kevin Banks shares three areas of focus for any golf course superintendent who’s considering going organic.
The Vineyard Golf Club: A new sheriff in town January 2018 All-organic Vineyard Golf Club on Martha’s Vineyard fashioned a creative superintendent succession plan to stay on course.
New and noteworthy in #GIS18 education January 2018 If variety is indeed the spice, then GCSAA’s educational offerings during the 2018 Golf Industry Show will be among the spiciest on San Antonio’s menu come February. (Step aside, Tex-Mex.)
Texas titans highlight #GIS18 opening, closing events January 2018 Big Tex — the gigantic and iconic greeter at the annual State Fair of Texas — will have some company next month when it comes to legendary figures in the state.
Optimizing timing of snow mold fungicides January 2018 Heating degree days may offer a guide for applying fungicides to prevent snow mold.
Controlling Poa annua in creeping bentgrass fairways January 2018 Researchers are evaluating annual bluegrass weevil, plant growth regulators and interseeding as tools for Poa annua control.
Golf advocacy plans and priorities for the year ahead January 2018 New opportunities to engage in golf advocacy are on the horizon in 2018, alongside some returning, revamped initiatives.
Career: Phone interview preparation and success January 2018 The phone interview is often the first hurdle in the job interview process. Dial in to these strategies to ace your next call.
Verdure: Yep, we did that before January 2018 How do soil pH and various levels of fertilizer phosphorus affect competition between Kentucky bluegrass and creeping bentgrass?
The turfgrass microbiome of the National Mall January 2018 Renovation of the turfgrass on the National Mall presented an ideal opportunity for researchers to test assumptions about the reaction of the turfgrass microbiome to significant disruption.
Course of Action: Emirates Golf Club January 2018 Superintendent Craig Haldane will oversee this month’s Omega Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club, which more than two decades ago hosted the first European Tour event held outside mainland Europe.
Using PGRs in golf course roughs January 2018 Using PGRs to reduce rough height and mowing costs can save time and money for the golf course maintenance team.
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.