Fixing ball marks is an easy way for golfers to care for the course, but not everyone knows the right technique. Here’s how to fix ball marks like a pro so the greens keep rolling smooth. For the full library…
The Basics of Golf Course Weed Control Every golf course is going to have weeds. Some need to be managed, others are actually beneficial. Remember that a weed is just a plant out of place and they don’t all require…
How Golf Courses Can Recover From Winter Injury If your favorite course has winter damage, it can put a real damper on the excitement of spring golf. Here’s what golfers need to know about the recovery process and how long…
Managing Trees on Golf Courses Trees are an important part of many golf courses, but they can also cause a wide range of problems. This is why thoughtful tree management is an essential part of golf course maintenance. For the…
Dealing with Dry Weather on the Golf Course | Weather Series Long stretches of dry weather can be challenging for golf courses, even with a good irrigation system. Here’s a few ways that courses can manage dry weather today and…
How Staffing Challenges are Changing Golf Course Maintenance Course maintenance departments are struggling to hire and retain staff. Superintendents are adjusting by streamlining maintenance, investing in equipment and prioritizing what matters most. Subscribe to the USGA Green Section Record: https://bit.ly/33L2gTE…
How Golf Courses Can Manage Drought Golf courses everywhere face the risk of drought and the problems that come with extended periods of dry weather. Being prepared and taking steps to limit possible impacts is important. The United States Golf…
Getting putting greens ready for a USGA championship is no easy task. Learn how USGA agronomists collect vital data before and during a championship to ensure a fair and challenging test. The United States Golf Association (USGA) conducts many of…
The word aeration stimulates negative emotions for many golfers. It may come as a surprise, but golf course superintendents also dislike aeration. After all, the last person who wants to disrupt the smoothness of the putting greens they work so…
Superintendents strive to maintain healthy turf, but a lot of factors can stress playing surfaces. Whether the stress factors are easy to diagnose or more challenging, superintendents leverage their knowledge and experience to make environmentally and economically sustainable decisions.