Updates
The latest research notes, field observations, and announcements from PACE Turf. Page 19 of 251.
- It's the oxygen! Members only
June 13, 2025
Several research studies conducted in the past have pointed to excessive carbon dioxide (greater than 2%) as a major contributor…
- Algae and 20-20-20 Members only
June 6, 2025
Luckily, there are a few steps that can be taken to limit and discourage algae growth. Many of the management…
- More on greens firmness Members only
June 5, 2025
As noted in the PACE Insights "Getting a grip on greens firmness", we conducted a research study to identify the…
- Understanding fertilizer salt index Members only
June 4, 2025
So many factors go into selecting a fertilizer, but the salt index one that is sometimes overlooked. It is a…
- Photo of the week: bulbous bluegrass Members only
June 1, 2025
John Petrovsky sent some great images of the interesting grass Poa bulbosa from plants growing in southern New Jersey. Rather…
- Podcast about greenkeeping around the world Members only
May 30, 2025
In 2024 I had the idea to start a podcast that would ask golf course superintendents from all over the…
- 26 MLSN newsletters Members only
May 27, 2025
The 26th MLSN newsletter was sent this week. For more about the history and current developments with the MLSN project,…
- Dealing with shade Members only
May 27, 2025
Turf plants require a great deal of light for optimal growth, and when light is limited, a smorgasbord of problems…
- Penetrants vs. retainers: is there a difference? Members only
May 23, 2025
This question comes up about soil surfactants (wetting agents) multiple times per year. The USGA Green Section Record article by…
- Photo of the week: firmness meters Members only
May 23, 2025
This photo shows four types of firmness tester with a soil moisture meter on the end. From left, we are…