Nevada publishes golf course best management practices November 21, 2019 Two GCSAA-affiliated chapters teamed up to produce a BMP guide applicable to all courses in the expansive, geographically diverse state.
Top Orlando courses to host 2020 GCSAA Golf Championships November 19, 2019 Tee it up — in January! — alongside fellow GCSAA members and at some of central Florida’s premier golf venues.
Jim Nedin wins 2019 Edwin Budding Award November 19, 2019 In addition to his work with equipment distributors, Nedin has spent his career passing along his technical know-how to others in the turf industry.
Students receive complimentary GCSAA membership through John Deere November 12, 2019 John Deere’s new GCSAA membership program underscores the company’s commitment to student development.
An all-nighter on the golf course during wildfire threat November 7, 2019 California’s recent wildfires and resultant power outages put superintendent Thomas Slevin on round-the-clock duty.
Gary Player to receive 2020 Old Tom Morris Award from GCSAA November 5, 2019 Distinguished for his charitable work as well as his golf career, Player will be presented with the association’s highest honor during the 2020 Golf Industry Show.
New DMIs knock out disease at TPC Deere Run November 5, 2019 Innovative chemistries from BASF are defying resistance (and expectations) while providing broad-spectrum disease control.
Soil surfactants and fungicide movement in turf November 2019 Fungicides need some assistance reaching the root zone if they are to effectively combat crown and root diseases. How well do various soil surfactants help?
Verdure: So, how late is too late? November 2019 A review of the literature on fall-applied nitrogen presents helpful insights on this common practice for cool-season turf managers, from suitable rate to environmental fate.
Oil spills on turf: Facts and myths November 2019 What happens when hydraulic oil gets on putting greens? A scientific overview that separates fact from folklore.
Suppressing Poa annua seedhead production November 2019 Researchers examined how well different mowing delays pre- and post-application of a plant growth regulator reduced seedhead counts in Poa annua greens.
Golf course maintenance metrics: Itā€™s time to retire cost-per-hole November 2019 Using a survey of clubs in New Jersey, a superintendent takes a close look at cost-per-hole, and offers alternative metrics for more accurate comparisons of course expenditures.
Retirees fill gaps in golf course maintenance crews November 2019 In a tricky labor market, some superintendents have found a staffing solution in retired workers ready for their second act.
GPS technology in golf course management November 2019 Superintendents share their experiences using various GPS-equipped devices on the golf course, discussing the technologyā€™s benefits as well as its potential drawbacks.
PGA of America donates to EIFG October 29, 2019 The organization’s $250,000 gift will bolster a variety of programs aimed at ensuring golf’s future.
Industry veteran Cliff Dipman passes away October 22, 2019 The superintendent, who battled cancer for more than a decade, was a mentor to many in the Midwest turf community.
Hawaii publishes golf course BMP guidelines October 22, 2019 The 12-part handbook offers environmental best management practices tailored to the Aloha State’s 10 climate zones, unique flora and fauna, and sensitive ecosystems.
The dawn of a new DMI: Maxtima and Navicon fungicides October 21, 2019 Two new chemistries have reshaped spring dead spot control at a renowned South Carolina course.
Registration open for 2020 Golf Industry Show in Orlando October 17, 2019 Improve your golf facility and advance your career with the best in continuing education, access to hundreds of exhibitors and products, and the year’s top networking opportunities.
Palm Beach GCSA donates to First Green, EIFG October 15, 2019 Gifts from the Florida chapter will support GCSAA’s STEM education initiative and more.