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Rob DiFranco served as Managing Editor for Golfdom Magazine, utilizing his BA in Journalism from Kent State University, and past experience as a sports reporter for The Morning Journal of Lorain, OH.

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Clemson Turfgrass Research and Education Field Day returns in-person in 2022 Posted on 22 Jul 2022 in the Industry News categories.

Clemson University's Turfgrass Research and Education Field Day returns in-person after a cancelation in 2022 and being virtual in 2021. Read more»

Landscapes Golf Management continues support of Sticks for Kids program Posted on 22 Jul 2022 in the Industry News categories.

Landscapes Golf Management, in association with the Golf Course Builders Association of America (GCBAA), launched an initiative to continue its support of the Sticks for Kids program. Read more»

Prime Source receives registration on new Sublime Herbicide Posted on 22 Jul 2022 in the Industry News categories.

Sublime Herbicide is a non-2, 4-D option for professional turfgrass managers for control of more than 200 broadleaf weeds. Read more»

Golf course closures down in 2022 says NGF Posted on 22 Jul 2022 in the Industry News categories.

A downward trend in golf course closures has continued in 2022 according to the National Golf Foundation with less than 50 18-hole equivalents closed. Read more»

John Deere and First Tee celebrate Power for Good winners at John Deere Classic Posted on 30 Jun 2022 in the Industry News categories.

John Deere and First Tee honor the 2022 Power for Good winners, Jacob Davis, Manyi Ngu and Austin Picinich at the 2022 John Deere Classic in Silvis, Ill. Read more»

Howard Fertilizer appoints new turf and ornamental director of sales Posted on 27 Jun 2022 in the Industry News categories.

Howard Fertilizer appointed Sean McNerney as director of sales for turf and ornamental. McNerney will directly manage the Florida Golf Division. Read more»