Sweden is on a mission towards more sustainable turf care and "Activated Microbial Turf Management" is proving to be a hit at golf courses across the country.
A decision about a $14,553 mower for the Alexandria (MN) Park Department triggered a lengthy debate, a split vote and concerned comments from business people unhappy with the price quoting process.
Taking a team from ordinary to extraordinary means understanding and embracing the difference between management and leadership. According to consultant Peter Drucker, "Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things."
Requirements One year experience with turf equipment ODL with insurable driving record. Ability to obtain CDL within 2 months of employment. Able to work various hours and various locations including out of town trips as required. Quality workmanship shall meet company standards. Positive attitude, appearance and be dependable.
Noting a critical shortage of funding for agronomic research, the Environmental Institute for Golf announced it will roll out a national campaign this fall aimed at generating resources to address that need.
The new artificial turf at GCS Ballpark in Sauget (MO) was on display last week as the Frontier League baseball team opened the 2012 season with a 7-1 loss to the Joliet Slammers.
University of Florida turfgrass researchers have partnered with producers from the Florida Sod Growers Cooperative to form Turf Research Florida, a grower-funded research initiative. From L to R: Betsy McGill, Executive Director, Florida Sod Growers Cooperative; Tobey Wagner, President, Sod Solutions, Inc.; Dr. Kevin Kenworthy, Associate Professor Turf Breeding & Genetics, University of Florida/IFAS; and Norma Flor, graduate research assistant.
Ostara Nutrient Recovery Technologies Inc., a clean water company that recovers phosphorus and nitrogen from industrial and municipal wastewaters to create premium fertilizers, announced the completion of a US $14.5 million private equity financing.
Emma Steeley admits she's always been a "dirty" girl. No, not that way. "I've always liked working outside, getting my hands dirty, digging in the ground," said Steeley, explaining why she is so happy to be spending her summer working as an assistant groundskeeper intern at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown, PA.
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