Updates
The latest research notes, field observations, and announcements from PACE Turf. Page 26 of 251.
- Talks with Dr. Frank Rossi & Dr. Bill Kreuser Members only
December 19, 2024
Dr. Frank Rossi from Cornell University and Dr. Bill Kreuser from Greenkeeper were back to back guests this month on…
- 25 MLSN newsletters Members only
December 11, 2024
I wrote and sent the 25th MLSN newsletter this week. You can read it, and other back issues, here. Better…
- Misleading concepts in turf management Members only
December 11, 2024
From the archives: I found this one from July 2015. I've been thinking about applying the right amount of nutrients,…
- Update: weather alert and member update emails Members only
December 10, 2024
If you have not received weather alert emails as you expect, you can see your weather page or the member…
- Sand topdressing rate calculator Members only
December 8, 2024
The OM246 calculator has a new tab that instantly converts between some common sand topdressing units. For example, I like…
- Chart of the week: GP variances Members only
December 3, 2024
I received a question about warm-season growth potential (C4 GP) and whether the GP is really less than 20% when…
- Temperature similarity Members only
December 1, 2024
We all recognize the importance of weather on grass performance, grass species selection, and maintenance requirements. I've been studying ways…
- Frost delays: why or are they necessary? Members only
November 20, 2024
Frost delays are a controverisal topic. Some turf managers and researchers feel frost delays are unnecessary (see this article by…
- New podcast about turf management around the world Members only
November 16, 2024
I've started a new podcast called Turf Without Borders. This show is about greenkeeping at golf courses all over the…
- Nitrogen mineralization from soil organic matter Members only
November 15, 2024
Soil organic matter has about 58% C, 5% N, 0.5% P, and 0.5% S. In one year, we expect from…