Soil survey initiative relies on input from turf managers

Scientists from PACE Turf and the Asian Turfgrass Center have launched the Global Soil Survey for Sustainable Turf, a citizen science-style initiative that invites turf managers from around the world to participate in further refining the Minimum Levels for Sustainable ...

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Golf Maintenance Solutions names David Downing regional agronomist

Golf Maintenance Solutions, a company that helps clients develop and implement systems to maximize resources and increase the quality of the golf course, has named David S. Downing II, CGCS, Southeast Regional Agronomist. “Dave brings a tremendous amount of agronomic ...

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BASF, superintendents show support for Wounded Warriors

  BASF partnered with golf course superintendents from across the United States during the BASF Honor America campaign to raise $20,000 for Wounded Warrior Project, a non-profit organization whose mission is to honor and empower Wounded Warriors. From June 1 ...

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BASF’s new fungicides offer effective turf results, research shows

BASF discussed during the recent American Phytopathological Society annual meeting research regarding its Xzemplar fungicide and Lexicon Intrinsic brand fungicide. Both contain the active ingredient fluxapyroxad, whereas Lexicon Intrinsic brand fungicide also contains pyraclostrobin. The company said it expects United ...

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OnPoint EcoSystems irrigation controller uses WiFi

OnPoint EcoSystems has introduced the WaterPoint 1000 series of irrigation controllers that connect to a WiFi router for access from anywhere—home or office—using a smart phone, tablet or computer. The device operates from 0 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, has built-in ...

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