The Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) announced that its Turfgrass Science Certification, delivered through the iCEV platform, has been officially approved by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce as an industry-recognized credential for the 2026–2027 school year. Following a...
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) has chosen 37 turfgrass professionals to be part of the 2025 Women’s Leadership Academy, Nov. 11-13, at GCSAA headquarters in Lawrence, Kan. Participants in the Women’s Leadership Academy will be guided along...
SFMA is changing how hotel reservations will be managed for the 2026 SFMA Conference in Fort Worth, Texas. In previous years, hotel booking links were released before/separately from conference registration. For 2026, hotel links will only be provided after attendees...
RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment) convened its 35th annual meeting in Savannah, Ga., Aug. 24-28, bringing together more than 140 leaders, members, and guests from across the specialty pesticide and fertilizer industry. With the theme “Many Voices, One...
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln welcomed approximately 100 turfgrass professionals from across the region for the annual Nebraska Turfgrass Field Day, held at the East Campus Turfgrass Management Research Plot. The event highlighted current research, field demonstrations, and practical education designed...
SIS Pitches has acquired a majority stake in DrainTalent, a Netherlands-based business specializing in circular soil management systems, and HeatTalent, a sustainable, electric undersoil heating. This latest acquisition cements SIS Pitches’ position as a comprehensive provider of pitch construction and...
Project EverGreen announced that the date has been moved for its Volunteer Field Rebuild, which helps transform community sports fields. The event, which is typically held during the Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) conference and exhibition, will be shifted to...
The Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) is now accepting interest forms from those interested in serving on the 2026 SFMA Board of Directors. SFMA depends on its engaged and knowledgeable members to guide the association through service on committees and...
According to SFMA Education Manager, Jennifer McLendon, M.Ed., the ultimate goal is for SFMA educational content to become the go-to for anyone in the sports field management industry. In addition to the educational content at the annual SFMA Conference and...
Tony Koski, Ph.D., longtime professor and turfgrass extension specialist at Colorado State University (CSU), passed away July 12 after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 68 years old. Koski earned his bachelor’s degree in Biology from...
