USGA Green Section Record, August 18, 2017 Share: Like 0 Share Tweet Regional Updates West Region If bermudagrass fairways, approaches and roughs have not received aggressive dethatching by mid- August, time is running short to employ this important practice – here are a few techniques to consider. Northeast Region With one month of summer left, many courses are preparing for aeration. Remember, while August aeration provides many benefits, it also carries some risks. Here are a few tips to help summer aeration go smoothly. Read More Read More Central Region With menacing looks and a tendency to challenge anyone, cicada killer wasps can cause alarm. Understanding their biology and behavior can help avoid unnecessary control measures. Southeast Region A soil profile sampler is a great way to see what is happening beneath the surface; but if you’re really curious about the depth and quality of turf roots, a hole cutter and a garden hose are the way to go. Read More Read More In Case You Missed It The challenging labor market is affecting golf courses everywhere. Whether struggling to find new employees or having difficulty retaining current staff, the Aug. 4, 2017, issue of the USGA Green Section Record presents helpful strategies to improve productivity and efficiency. Coming Up Next Issue As illustrated by the Great Recession, the ramifications of a volatile economy have significantly affected the golf industry. The Sept. 1, 2017, issue of the USGA Green Section Record explores the creative solutions used by many golf courses to endure recent economic challenges. Read This Issue Browse All Past Issues Share Your Thoughts The USGA, in an ongoing effort to ensure that we continue providing the greatest value to our readers, would greatly appreciate your anonymous feedback on the USGA Green Section Record . Please share your thoughts by taking this brief, 2- minute survey. Take The Survey Latest From Course Care Fore The Golfer: Maintaining Quality Conditions With Fewer Workers Maintaining a golf course takes a lot of work, but intense competition from other industries has made it difficult to find and retain skilled golf course maintenance personnel at all levels. Fortunately, some of these approaches have helped golf courses avoid passing the effects of a challenging labor market to golfers. Green Section Collection: Nutrient And Pesticide Fate On The Golf Course The USGA, through its dedication to promoting the health of the game, has supported decades of turfgrass and environmental research at universities across the United States. The latest USGA Green Section Collection highlights research conducted to better understand the fate of pesticides and fertilizers used on golf courses. Learn More Learn More Case Study: Eliminating Course Accessories Saves Time And Money Golf course accessories are intended to offer convenience but do not overlook their direct and indirect costs. By reducing the number of golf course accessories and ornamental plantings, one New York golf course was able to realize far more than financial benefits. Discover how following their example could improve playing conditions. Case Study: The Benefits Of Eliminating Intermediate Rough The appeal of intermediate rough is open to debate but what is not debatable are the savings realized at one Buffalo-area golf course after it was eliminated. The far-reaching benefits that were achieved have the potential to improve playing conditions while reducing expenses at facilities that decide to forego intermediate rough. Learn More Learn More United States Golf Association 77 Liberty Corner Road Far Hills, NJ 07931 908.234.2300 Contact Us Stay Connected with the USGA Important Links USGA Privacy Policy USGA Green Section Home Page USGA Staff Contact Information Course Consulting Service Information USGA Turfgrass and Environmental Research Online (TERO) ©2017 by United States Golf Association® Policies for the Reuse of USGA Green Section Publications USGA Green Section publications are made available through the courtesy of the United States Golf Association (USGA®). The reuse of these materials is authorized only if the following conditions are met in their entirety. This policy applies to all Green Section publications, including articles, videos, presentations, and webcasts. 1) Adherence to all components of our Conditions for Reuse policy. 2) Inclusion of the appropriate Reprint Permission Language. 3) Notification of your Intent To Reprint Content. The USGA Green Section Record (ISSN 2156-5813) is published twice monthly via electronic mail by the United States Golf Association®. http://myemail.constantcontact.com/USGA-Green-Section-Record--August-18--2017.html?soid=1103157499740&aid=Ceh8f9UPvfk[8/22/2017 9:09:03 AM] ‌ ‌