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Golf Course Aerated Greens

Why Aerated Greens Are Worth the Wait: Insights from Golf Course Superintendents

You’ve just arrived for your weekend tee time, clubs polished and ready to go. But wait, what’s happening to the greens? They’re covered in small holes and sand, looking more like an unrecognizable surface than your usual putting paradise. Before you turn around and reschedule, know that the golf course superintendents worldwide are convinced that […]

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Municipal Golf Course Maintenance

The Critical Role of Aerification and Topdressing in Municipal Golf Course Maintenance

Why are there all these little holes on the green?” asks a frustrated golfer while seeing the maintenance signs at your local municipal course. Have you ever wondered why the greens at your local golf course suddenly resemble Swiss cheese ? More so because they were covered in sand the very next day? While it

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Golf Course Renovation High Traffic

Designing for Durability: Golf Course Renovation for High Traffic and Extreme Weather

The impact of high traffic and extreme weather on golf courses is undeniably visible, with effects visible in the quality of turf, soil structure, and overall aesthetics. As player demand grows and weather patterns become more erratic, sustainable and strategic golf course renovation becomes critical to keeping a course ‘in the green.’ Rising operational costs

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Golf Course Irrigation - Fairways

Watering the Fairways: Best Practices for Golf Course Irrigation

Water is life, it is as simple as that. But watering your golf course isn’t a matter of “more is better”; it’s about getting the balance just right. In golf course irrigation, this balance transforms fairways into the vibrant, inviting landscapes we love, while also conserving resources benefitting both the course and the surrounding community.

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Golf Soil Amendments

Reducing the Environmental Impact of Golf Course Maintenance Through Soil Amendments

The numbers are staggering, Golf courses contribute approximately 600 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year per facility through traditional maintenance practices. Moreover, a typical golf course maintenance program wastes about a third of applied fertilizers through runoff and volatilization. When a putt is missed this way, it can essentially mean sinking valuable resources and

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Post Overseeding

Essential Post-Overseeding Care for Golf Courses: Tips for a Thriving Green

What does it really take to help those fresh seeds thrive after overseeding? The answer lies in those critical weeks after new seed goes down. Successfully managing a golf course in Florida requires more than just routine golf course management, it demands expertise. Additionally, Florida’s climate can be both a blessing and a challenge for

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Renovating Older Golf Courses

Renovating Older Golf Courses: Maintaining History, Enhancing Playability

When the first golfers teed off at America’s historic courses, they could hardly imagine how the game would evolve. Today, as modern equipment and playing styles push the boundaries of these classic designs, thoughtful golf course renovation has become essential. However, older courses often require renovation to meet the expectations of today’s players, and effective

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Grub Infestation on golf course

Early Signs of Grub Infestation on Golf Courses and How to Treat Them

Ever watched a perfect putt go off course because of mysterious bumps in your putting green? If you’re managing a Florida golf course, those seemingly random turf irregularities might be telling you something important – Grub infestations. Grub infestations are the silent and persistent vandals of golf course maintenance. They turn pristine fairways into patchy

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Golf Course Operations

Optimizing Golf Course Operations in Florida During the Fall Season

Underestimating Fall, a truly pivotal time for golf course operations in Florida could be the biggest mistake a golf course owner can commit ! It is the season where golf course management can either make or break the success of a course. Effective golf course management, once implemented, can significantly improve the playability, aesthetics, and

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Landscaping Municipal Golf Courses

Top Landscaping Challenges Faced by Municipal Golf Courses and How to Overcome Them

Municipal golf courses face increasing challenges in 2024, driven by environmental changes, budget constraints, and rising expectations from golfers. These courses often see higher foot traffic and yet must adhere to tighter budgets than private clubs! This makes it difficult to maintain pristine playing conditions for the golf course management. So how can course managers

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