Michigan, USA
Joined April 2017
Extreme heat is affecting many parts of the U.S. right now and superintendents may have to temporarily play some defense to keep courses in good shape through this tough stretch 馃憞
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Rounds at U.S. courses are up again so far this year, which means many superintendents are facing more stress on turf and less time for maintenance during the day 馃憞

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Syringing putting greens has been a hot topic lately! Here are some answers to common questions about this practice 馃憞

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Naturalized areas on a golf course are not necessarily "low maintenance"
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When tough summer weather hits, golf course superintendents may have to play defense and prioritize healthy grass over optimal playability until the weather improves 馃憞
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When the World Cup kicks off next month, Michigan State will have been a part of the journey. The turfgrass was developed with the help of our Turfgrass Management program.
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Just because fall temperatures have been warmer than normal and the weather has been great for golf doesn鈥檛 mean courses should delay necessary cultural practices 馃憞

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The "variable-depth" method of putting green construction has been gaining popularity as a way to achieve more-consistent moisture content across a putting surface 馃憞

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Every piece of golf course maintenance equipment has a lifespan, but it鈥檚 not always easy to explain when the time has come for replacement. Here鈥檚 a way to put equipment life into terms most people can understand 馃憞

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A tough weather year usually highlights where trees make it hard to maintain healthy turf. Evaluate the issues now and build support for addressing them 馃憞

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After a long summer of heavy play, some tees are definitely showing the scars. There are several key factors that drive divot recovery and a few easy ways for golfers to help the healing process 馃憞

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A lot of grass practice tees are pretty worn out after months of use, and golf season is far from over. This article can help you get the best performance possible from your grass tee for the rest of this season and in the years to come 馃憞

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With putting green aeration on the horizon for many courses and a lot of stressed turf out there, it might be worth considering less-aggressive options 馃憞

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If you see someone from the maintenance staff hand watering the green you're playing to, try to be patient and understand that they're working hard to help the greens get through tough summer weather 馃憞

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Wet wilt is common on greens with poor drainage and limited air movement. It takes investment to fully solve the problem, but there are smaller steps you can take to help the turf get through summer 馃憞

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Minimizing mechanical damage caused by routine maintenance is a challenge for all superintendents, especially during tough weather. Vigilance, staff training, and investing in long-term improvements can all help to reduce the risks 馃憞

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Golf carts have their benefits, but they can also cause problems - especially when they aren't used properly. These cart tips will keep you on the right path 馃憞
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Jared Milner retweeted
It鈥檚 awesome watching the best golfers in the world play week to week, but it鈥檚 important to know that championship conditions are NOT practical to maintain for daily play. Our @USGAGrnSection explains.
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Bunkers are high-maintenance features that require a comprehensive management and renovation program 馃憞

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Hot summer weather will show the value of a well-functioning irrigation system, or the need for overdue upgrades 馃憞
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