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Aquatrols appoints Ben Pease as Midwest territory manager 

October 27, 2025 By
Pease brings over two decades of experience in turfgrass science, research and applied agronomy to this role. ...

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Bernhard and Co. founder, Stephen Bernhard passes away

October 9, 2025 By
Stephen established the Bernhard Academy in 2019, designed to provide outstanding opportunities for professional growth and knowledge sharing within the turf industry. ...

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Florida GCSA honors Todd Draffen with the Distinguished Service Award

October 1, 2025 By
Draffen was recognized for his environmental stewardship and outreach efforts educating regulators and lawmakers on golf course maintenance practices. ...

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KemperSports names industry veteran, Dave Groelle, as national agronomist

September 30, 2025 By
Dave began his career with KemperSports as Assistant Superintendent at Kemper Lakes. ...

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Sipcam Agro USA hires national sales manager

September 23, 2025 By
Riley has built his career on delivering long- and short-term business strategies that drive sustainable growth. His areas of expertise include executive leadership, business strategy, negotiations, team building, sales management and market development.   ...

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 Algie M. Pulley, Jr., ASGCA Fellow, dies at 85 

September 22, 2025 By
Pulley’s stated belief was that “The focus in golf course design should be building positive human relationships through golf by establishing a pleasant, positive attitude beginning with the management staff and carried out by all employees.” ...

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