Archive for September 2014
Every once in a while, it’s good to hear a story with a happy ending. Though the story of this particular superintendent in South Africa isn’t over, it certainly falls into the happy category. Kobie Fortuin has worked his way
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The GCSAA announced that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted the association’s request for an extension on the use of fenamiphos – Nemacur nematicide – existing stocks labeled for use on golf courses until Oct. 6, 2017. The EPA plans to publish a
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After undergoing a complete renovation, the greens at Heritage Club GC in Wake Forest, N.C., reopened in August. The putting surfaces have been replaced with Champion ultradwarf bermudagrass for a smoother, more consistent putting surface. “These greens are in ideal condition for
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Architect Gil Hanse chats with Seth Jones on Golfdom TV on a few various topics. To read the full Q&A with Hanse, be sure to check it out in our September issue. To view the video interview with Rio Olympic course
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Syngenta announced that John Atkin, chief operating officer, will retire from the company at the end of 2014 and will be succeeded by Jon Parr, who will assume responsibility for two of the company’s four regions: Europe, Africa, the Middle East and
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The Irrigation Association (IA) board of directors named Rain Bird Corporation (Azusa, Calif.) to a platinum member – the highest level of IA membership. “For over 80 years, Rain Bird has been committed to solving the world’s toughest irrigation challenges,” said
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