Updates
The latest research notes, field observations, and announcements from PACE Turf. Page 3 of 250.
- Clipping volume, triplexes, and clean-up passes Members only
June 9, 2026
Many people have two questions about the details of collecting clipping volume with triplex mowers. Is it good enough to…
- Video: Localized dry spot and root zone depth Members only
June 9, 2026
Localized dry spot is a common problem on greens. The cause can be biological, as a result of fairy ring…
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June 5, 2026
Many people have two questions about the details of collecting clipping volume with triplex mowers. Is it good enough to…
- Photo of the week: weather station location Members only
June 5, 2026
I saw a weather station at Chambers Bay Golf Course in Washington that was in a particularly realistic location for…
- Watching firmess and OM2 change Members only
June 2, 2026
I've been collecting OM246 samples at Bangsai CC since 2019. Some of those greens have the same grass and rootzone…
- Putting green firmness and OM2 Members only
May 31, 2026
How much does putting green firmness change for every unit change in OM2? That is, when total organic material at…
- How many hours of sunlight does grass need? Members only
May 29, 2026
I was asked about a potential backyard putting green and what the minimum amount of sunlight would be. This happens…
- Updated university location climate appraisals Members only
May 26, 2026
I have updated the university research location climate appraisals page. Last year I added eight locations to the list, and…
- Sand topdressing and clipping volume Members only
May 24, 2026
We've written a lot about normal sand topdressing amounts and especially about site and seasonal adjustments based on clipping volume.…
- Algae: the silent killer Members only
May 19, 2026
Algae (cyanobacteria) are commonly viewed merely as the symptom of larger problems such as poor drainage, shade and wet spots.…