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Penn State’s Turfgrass Science program welcomes new faculty

The Penn State University (PSU) Center for Turfgrass Science and the Department of Plant Science announced two additions to its faculty: Dr. Manoj Chhetri and Dr. Chase Straw. According to PSU, “Their expertise and dedication to advancing the field of...
Sidekick

Sidekick USA rolls out DUO big-roll installer

Sidekick USA announced that its award-winning apparatus will now be available as part of a dual-use sod installer. The aptly named Sidekick DUO will be the only installer of its kind with the internationally patented Sidekick attachment. “We are excited...
Toro

Toro introduces all-new Groundsmaster e3300

Toro showcased the new Groundsmaster e3300 at the 2025 Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) Conference and Exhibition in Palm Springs, California. This battery-powered option of the popular out-front rotary mower will be available in 2025. The Groundsmaster e3300 features the...
SGL

SGL introduces TurfBase

SGL launched TurfBase, a revamped data management dashboard featuring functionalities that enable field managers to make proactive, data-driven decisions in their daily pitch maintenance, ensuring a high-quality playing surface. TurfBase is now available as both a mobile app and a...

Reinders and DuraEdge to hold Lunch ‘n Learn Symposiums

The Minnesota Baseball Association (MBA), in conjunction with Reinders and DuraEdge, announced the inaugural Reinders/DuraEdge Groundskeeping Lunch ‘n Learn Symposiums to be held February 15-16. Reinders and DuraEdge are corporate sponsors and the official infield and turfgrass product experts to...

2024 ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting recap

The 2024 ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting was held in San Antonio, Texas, November 10-13, 2024. The meeting is hosted by the American Society of Agronomy (ASA), Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), and Soil Science Society of America...

Sports Turf Company reports achievements and growth

Following a successful year, Sports Turf Company is proud to be a recognized industry leader in athletic construction for natural grass and artificial turf fields, as well as running tracks and tennis courts. In 2024, Sports Turf completed 35 athletic...

Penn State Extension turf and ornamental training

In early 2025, Penn State Extension will offer several training sessions on turf and ornamentals. Webinars and in-person workshops will help participants learn about weed identification and control, insect and disease management, and other topics. The events will provide opportunities...

Caterpillar celebrates 100 years 

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) marked its 100th anniversary with celebrations throughout the U.S. that commemorate a monumental moment in the company’s history. The iconic manufacturing company officially turns 100 on April 15. The Holt Manufacturing Company and the C.L. Best...

Kubota unveils range of solutions at CES 2025

Kubota North America announced during CES 2025 its vision for the future that includes offering more customer solutions across its entire equipment portfolio and providing greater choice —offering diverse powertrain options, seamless access to data and analytics, improved connectivity, and...