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There's a lot more to good greens than just speed 👇
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RT @USGA: Up before the sun ☀️. Our @USGAGrnSection explains how a course maintenance staff's responsibilities start long before the first….
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In today’s Record, we look at how developing Trinity Forest transformed an illegal landfill into a championship course and community asset. We also explore how grass selection helps courses save water, ways to use synthetic turf in practice areas, and more. Click to subscribe 👇.
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RT @GCImagazine: 2025 Turf Technology Showcase 🖥️. Join us at 1:30 p.m. EST to hear @USGAGrnSection 's Wes Stewart talk all things DEACON m….
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Minimizing mechanical damage caused by routine maintenance is a challenge for all superintendents, especially during tough weather. Vigilance, staff training, and investing in long-term improvements can all help to reduce the risks 👇.
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Golf carts have their benefits, but they can also cause problems - especially when they aren't used properly. These cart tips will keep you on the right path 👇
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New technology is driving an important shift toward measuring the outputs of golf course maintenance and adjusting the inputs accordingly. Efficiency and playability will both benefit 👇.
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Autonomous equipment is gaining popularity in golf course maintenance. Expect to see more of these futuristic-looking machines helping to care for the courses you play in the years to come 👇.
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Bunkers are high-maintenance features that require a comprehensive management and renovation program 👇.
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RT @GCImagazine: 2025 Turf Technology Showcase.Topic: Data collection with the USGA Green Section's DEACON Management System.Presenter: Wes….
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If you’ve ever wondered what goes into maintaining the famous grass courts @Wimbledon, catch our new podcast with special guest Neil Stubley, head of courts and horticulture at the All England Club 👇. Apple: Spotify:
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Fungicide applications are an important part of golf course maintenance, but they only work if they reach the target. In this article, we look at how fungicides move through plants, thatch, and soil to help you select products and adjust applications for optimal control 👇.
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Courses often wonder if adaptive golf carts have an impact on putting surfaces. The USGA Green Section initiated two field studies to address a lack of data on the topic. The results should be reassuring for courses that host adaptive golfers using seated carts 👇.
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A quick transition from a cool and rainy spring to hot summer weather means many courses in the Northeast have weaker turf than they’d like. Exercising caution now will help courses stay in good shape through the months ahead 👇.
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Sometimes golfers and broadcasters talk about green speeds increasing throughout the day, but the data usually tells a different story 👇.
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Golfers are ready to play when they arrive at a course, but the course wouldn’t be ready for them without a lot of hard work that starts long before the first tee time 👇
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In today’s Record, we have a special podcast about maintaining the grass courts @Wimbledon. We also have articles on optimizing fungicide applications, improving bunker playability, changes in green speed throughout the day, and much more! Click to subscribe for free 👇.
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Great conversation with two of our agronomists on the @turftoday podcast. @whitlark dives into managing fairway grain and Zach Nicoludis talks about how to get the most from your grass practice tee this summer 👇.Apple: Spotify:
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