Tag: water

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Precision irrigation on golf courses: Mapping soil moisture with turfRad

A study evaluated the turfRad Portable L-band Radiometer for mapping soil moisture across golf course fairways at Texas A&M University and UC Riverside. ...

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Summer irrigation strategies in the age of advanced technology

July 31, 2026 By
Modern irrigation technology offers powerful data tools for golf course superintendents, but screens alone won't protect the turf. ...

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Experts’ Insights: Pro tips for surfactant use

September 4, 2025 By
How to make the most of this crucial golf product. ...

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Off the Record: The why behind water feature management

January 31, 2025 By
Mike Kenna looks at management strategies for understanding pond ecology, design impacts and specific control measures for algae and aquatic plants. ...

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Off the Record: How soil sensors are revolutionizing fairway watering

December 19, 2024 By
Golfdom Research Editor Mike Kenna, Ph.D., explores the future of fairway watering. ...

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Key factors affecting nutrient levels and algae growth in stormwater ponds

October 20, 2024 By
This research highlights the need for pond-specific nutrient models for clear and colored water conditions. ...

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