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Pure Live Seed: Does it Really Matter?

By Cale A. Bigelow, Ph.D. Rapid establishment of a dense, persistent turf from seed relies on planting a viable optimal target seedling density. Target seeding rates, however, vary by individual species and seed size. For example, spreading grasses such as...

SFMA announces change in leadership

The Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) Board of Directors on May 23 announced a change in association leadership, as it has decided not to renew the contract of its CEO, Laura Simmons, MBA, CAE, effective immediately. The move was announced...
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Equipment and Tech Focus: Mowers

The following is our round-up of commercial mowers. Altoz TRX The Altoz TRX (the world’s first tracked zero turn mower) stands out as the choice for sports field and grounds management due to its track system and deck design for...
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Finish and Surface Grade: Positive Drainage Patterns

[Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from the Ballfield Design & Dimensions Guide, Fourth Edition, presented by Beacon Athletics and DuraEdge, and is reprinted by permission.] No other portion of a ballfield construction or renovation project has more impact...
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Nick Pappas shows off Super Bowl LVIII field

NFL Field Director Nick Pappas showed off the innovative technology that goes into the natural grass playing surface in preparation for Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas. “We have brought in a brand-new grass field. We are working through all...
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2023 MiLB Head Groundskeepers of the Year announced

Minor League Baseball (MiLB) announced the winners of the 2023 Head Groundskeeper of the Year Awards for each level of play. The winners were selected using the results of surveys of league managers, players and executives throughout the 2023 season....
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Q&A with Dr. Grady Miller: Why All the Scalping?

Q: We do not use our football field much after the fall season, so we decided to not overseed it this year so we can better tackle some problem winter weeds. My question is not about the weeds, but why...
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Pamela Sherratt on Thatch, Mat and Clippings

Q: What are your thoughts on leaving the thatch after slice seeding? In the past we have lightly raked it up, but it is time-consuming. I see other companies leaving it behind. Will it adversely affect seed germination?– Matt M....
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