USGA Green Section Record, May 5, 2017 Share: Like 0 Share Tweet How Do I Know If I Have A Nematode Problem? By Billy Crow, Ph.D. Nematodes are an increasing problem on golf courses both in fact and perception. Some of this is due to changing agronomic practices, but there are other contributing factors as well. Nematodes were once considered a problem that only affected golf courses in the southeastern United States. Now, however, there is increasing concern about nematodes among golf course superintendents nationwide. Are nematodes really becoming more of an issue and, if so, why? Should you be concerned? Read More Multimedia Content Fore The Golfer Video: Pest Management On Golf Courses Fore The Golfer Video: Spraying On The Golf Course 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. Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a golf course? Superintendents are using a lot of science and technology to manage turfgrass playing surfaces, especially when it comes to promoting and protecting turf health. Get a detailed look at everything that happens before any products get applied. Watch Video Watch Video Green Section Collection: Troubleshooting Problem Greens These interactive digital collections include additional supporting articles, a photo gallery and videos that provide relevant information on the primary subject. The collections can be viewed online in a user-friendly digital magazine format, saved as a PDF or printed. View Collection Research You Should Know Fore The Golfer Sting Nematode Distribution in Putting Green Root Zones Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind? Understanding the behavior of sting nematodes and their location in the soil profile can help improve control strategies. Researchers are studying the distribution of nematodes in putting greens throughout the year to develop a better understanding of how the season and turf species influence nematode locations. Everyone is familiar with earthworms, but did you know there are some worms so small they can live inside turfgrass roots? Despite their microscopic size, these worms are almost always present in golf course soils. Some can even cause turfgrass damage. Learn more about how nematodes might affect your next round. Read More Read More Regional Updates West Region Northeast Region Spring is in full swing in the West Region and so are the aerators and vertical mowers. These maintenance practices are critical to providing good playability in the summer days ahead. Spring dead spot outbreaks are becoming more severe and widespread in the Northeast Region. A combination of cultural and chemical controls is necessary to reduce infection and turf damage. Read More Read More Central Region Southeast Region Windy weather can take a bite out of a golf facility’s labor budget when the maintenance staff has to spend many hours removing tree debris from the playing surfaces. Proper tree care can minimize storm cleanup, improve turf conditions and enhance safety. Bermudagrass is sometimes called the world's worst weed because of its aggressive growth, hardiness and ability to outcompete other grasses. These same traits also make some bermudagrass varieties an excellent choice for golf courses. Read More Read 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--May-5--2017.html?soid=1103157499740&aid=Q73VrKzsg_Q[5/5/2017 3:20:52 PM]