Industry News

The Andersons names Goldsby as director of professional turf business

February 27, 2020 By Sarah Webb

The Andersons appointed Anthony (Tony) Goldsby as director of its professional turf business. Goldsby, who will replace Bob Eichenberg upon his retirement in March, will be directly responsible for the division’s business strategy, sales execution, marketing programs and customer service. ...

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USGA announces $1.9M in golf course sustainability research grants for 2020

February 26, 2020 By Golfdom Staff

Continuing its 100-year commitment to providing scientific innovations for the golf industry, the United States Golf Association (USGA) will fund 73 separate research grants totaling nearly $2 million in 2020. This research funding is part of the organization’s annual investment ...

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Michelin adds X Tweel Turf Comfort tires

February 24, 2020 By Sarah Webb

Michelin North America introduced the Michelin X Tweel Turf Comfort tires for golf carts and stand-on mowers This version of Michelin’s airless radial tire-wheel assembly replaces the standard 18X8.5N10 front and rear tire wheel for gas- or electric-powered golf cart ...

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Cub Cadet suspends robotics program

February 24, 2020 By Sarah Webb

Cub Cadet has suspended support of its RG3 robotic greens mower. “We identified some technical challenges during field testing … so we’re refocusing our efforts in other areas of the business,” said Tony Whelan, director, sales and marketing, Cub Cadet ...

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Target Specialty products to host part four of its webinar series

February 21, 2020 By Sarah Webb

Target Specialty Products will host the free Part Four of the Turf Fuel Master Class Business Growth Webinar Series for turf professionals with Turf Stress and Stress Relief on Feb. 27. The free live seminar, based in Edmonton, Alberta, Ca., ...

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Web Exclusive: More from the 2019 State of the Industry report part 1

February 21, 2020 By Chris Lewis

2019 was a year of many successes, multiple challenges and happily, a few near misses. An inaccurately forecast hurricane saved a lot of superintendents some trouble (but not the unnecessary prep work), while floods and drought were common themes in ...

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