USGA Green Section Record, February 7, 2020 Share: Like 0 Share Tweet Water Quality and Pesticide Interactions B y John Daniels , agronomist, Central Region Managing pests on a golf course is a constant challenge, but good results are increasingly achievable with the help of modern pesticides. To ensure optimal performance of pesticide applications, it is important for superintendents to understand the role that water quality plays. This article will explain how water quality may impact certain products and provide steps for addressing common water quality issues. Read More Multimedia Content Course Care Video Course Care Video Fore The Golfer: Winter Play On The Golf Course The Benefits of Painting Fairways Versus Overseeding Temporary greens and cart restrictions are the last things most golfers want to see, but these measures may be necessary to keep winter golf from causing lasting damage. A little patience and reasonable expectations go a long way at this time of year. When the weather gets cold and grass turns brown, some golf courses are using turf colorants as an alternative to overseeding. Turf colorants provide winter color without the cost, resource consumption and turf issues associated with overseeding. Watch Video Watch Video BMP Case Study Fore The Golfer Sand Channel Drainage Improves Fairway Conditions Winter on the Golf Course: Here's What to Expect A mild winter in many areas is allowing superintendents to make needed drainage improvements. This is an example of one course that enjoyed improved conditions after installing sand channel drainage in a troublesome fairway. Balancing the benefits of winter play against the issues it may create is never easy for courses. Whether you play golf all winter or sneak out during warm spells, understanding the realities of the season can help you prevent damage. Read More Read More Regional Updates West Region Northeast Region Meetings may not be the most fun part of a superintendent’s job, but they are a great opportunity to showcase your expertise and increase awareness about course maintenance. For good reason, many golf facilities have been paying greater attention to forward tees. Some simple changes can be made this offseason to encourage more golfers to use them. Read More Read More Central Region Southeast Region Don’t miss your mark with aeration this year! Proper sand depth is essential for managing organic matter and keeping greens healthy. A mild winter in the Southeast is affecting overall playing conditions and fairway maintenance practices. Read More Read More Editorial Staff Adam Moeller Editor in Chief George Waters Associate Editor Matthew Patalona Creative Director Andrew Caron Art Director United States Golf Association 77 Liberty Corner Road Liberty Corner, NJ 07938 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) ©2019 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®. https://myemail.constantcontact.com/USGA-Green-Section-Record--February-7--2020.html?soid=1103157499740&aid=gb9LScZ--Go[2/10/2020 1:50:34 PM]