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USGA – Southeast Update – Golf Courses and The Calcium Captivation

United States Golf Association / Agronomy, Southeast / Calcium, golf course /

August 9, 2020

USGA – Central Regional Update – Take The Scenic Route

United States Golf Association / Agronomy, Mid West / Bunkers, golf course, golf maintenance /

May 15, 2020

Many changes have been implemented at golf courses to accommodate social distancing and reduce touch points. Included in these changes is the removal of bunker rakes. Some golf courses have reported better pace of play since the rakes were removed and improved maintenance efficiency because employees mowing rough do not have to repeatedly get off […]

USGA – Central Regional Update – Temper Expectations

United States Golf Association / Agronomy, Mid West, Weeds / golf course, golf maintenance /

May 1, 2020

Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois are some of the latest states to ease restrictions on playing golf. For many individuals, being out of the house and engaging in their favorite outdoor recreational activity is a welcome change from staying home all day. It makes sense that the number of golf courses open for play continues to […]

Episode 16: Demographics of the Golf Course Superintendent

Turf Diseases / #TurfChat, Agronomy / golf course, Golf course superintendent /

January 29, 2013

In this episode, we discuss the longevity of golf course superintendents at their respective golf courses and some of the challenges faced with longevity at a golf course. The episode discussed the age and length of stay dropoffs at a golf course. We also talked about how to stay relevant in the industry and some […]