Updates
The latest research notes, field observations, and announcements from PACE Turf.
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September 6, 2026
These two charts show the temperature and the moisture content of the air (as dew point temperature) for a selection…
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September 3, 2026
We sent out MLSN newsletter #29 this week. If you don't get this newsletter, you can sign up here. I…
- Green speed: ball revolutions rather than feet Members only
September 1, 2026
Measurements of green speed change from day to day. Ten feet one day, 10.4 the next. The green speed changes…
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August 30, 2026
I've been making measurements of green firmness during the KBC Augusta tournament at Keya Golf Club since 2013. We'll look…
- Photo of the week: Cynodon on a bunker face Members only
August 28, 2026
This photo provided by Mark Hooker shows a remarkable sight from Royal Auckland and Grange Golf Club. The bunkers are…
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August 25, 2026
Many types of grass are soft underfoot. You can walk across a ryegrass lawn or a Cynodon sports field or…
- New El Niño 2026-2027 fact sheet Members only
August 22, 2026
Dr. Daniel Swain has written a one page fact sheet about the current El Niño, with sections on the forecast,…
- Firm greens: three general principles Members only
August 21, 2026
I've observed, measured, and studied putting green firmness on every common species (and on some rare ones too). These are…
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August 18, 2026
Television station KBC News recently showed this 9 minute profile video of Keya Golf Club superintendent and assistant general manager…
- Photo of the week: severe localized dry spot Members only
August 14, 2026
Researchers at the University of Arkansas have shared some dramatic photos of localized dry spot on creeping bentgrass over the…