USGA Green Section Record, January 17, 2019 Share: Like 0 Share Tweet Regional Updates West Region Northeast Region Pumping costs can be substantial for golf courses that rely heavily on their irrigation system. Minimizing peak energy use and optimizing pump efficiency can yield significant savings with no reduction in turf quality. Mild winter weather is exciting for golfers because it extends the golf season. However, golfers should temper their expectations for conditioning and simply be excited for any bonus days playing the sport we all love. Read More Read More Central Region Southeast Region Golfers can help to minimize turf damage by getting their steps in while playing a winter round. The mild temperatures we're experiencing are great for golf but the frequent rains, not so much. Read More Read More In Case You Missed It Coming Up Next Issue Various plant protectants, plant growth regulators and biostimulants contain plant hormones or elicit hormone responses. Understanding how these hormones affect the turf plant and interact with each other is critical to successful management and avoiding unintended issues. The December 6, 2019, issue of the USGA Green Section Record discussed key plant hormones and how hormone responses can be manipulated with various products for maximum benefit. Keeping pests at bay on a golf course is challenging, especially when pesticides do not perform as expected. While superintendents might wonder about timing, rate or possible resistance when an application doesn't have the desired effect, water quality can also play an important role. The February 7, 2020, issue of the USGA Green Section Record will investigate water quality and pesticide interactions and provide detailed steps for addressing possible issues. Read This Issue Browse All Past Issues In Memoriam Paul (Pete) Dye Jr. December 29, 1925 - January 9, 2020 The USGA Green Section joins the golf world in mourning the loss of famed golf course architect Pete Dye at the age of 94. Dye is credited with designing more than 100 courses, including championship venues like the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass and Whistling Straits. Dye brought a hands-on approach to his golf course architecture and was often found crafting his courses in the dirt as construction progressed. He worked closely with superintendents and builders, and passed on his knowledge to many of today’s most famous golf course architects. He will be missed. Latest From Course Care 2020 John Reid Lifetime Achievement Award 2020 USGA Green Section Award Dr. Kimberly Erusha Dr. William Meyer We are pleased to announce that Dr. Kimberly Erusha, former managing director of the USGA Green Section, received the 2020 John Reid Lifetime Achievement Award from the Metropolitan Golf Course Superintendents Association. Her advocacy for golf course superintendents, commitment to providing science-based information to the golf industry, and vision in promoting more sustainable maintenance practices and the use of new technology are just a few of the reasons cited for her selection to receive this significant honor. Congratulations to Dr. Erusha! The USGA is excited to announce that Dr. William Meyer, Director of Turfgrass Breeding at Rutgers University, is receiving the 2020 USGA Green Section Award! The award honors individuals for distinguished service to the game through their work with turfgrass. Dr. Meyer has made an indelible impact on the turfgrass industry during his more than 30-year career as a turfgrass breeder, developing numerous improved turfgrasses that are used on golf courses today. Join us in congratulating Dr. Meyer on this well- deserved honor at the conclusion of the USGA Panel Discussion at the 2020 Golf Industry Show. Social Spotlight 2020 Golf Industry Show USGA Turfgrasses Benefit More Than Just Golf Courses Come Visit The USGA Green Section At GIS When the Kansas City Chiefs take the field on Sunday, the grass that you'll see at Arrowhead Stadium was developed with funding from the USGA. In all, the USGA has invested more than $40 million in turfgrass and environmental research at universities around the country. This funding is critical to the development of new grasses that improve economic and environmental sustainability, safety and playability on golf courses and beyond. As the USGA Green Section celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2020, we are preparing for an exciting week at the Golf Industry Show. Visit us at Booth 1413 to connect with our team of agronomists along with members of our education and products teams. You should also register for seminars hosted by our agronomists and be sure to attend our panel discussion on aeration and topdressing and the 2020 Green Section Award presentation on the trade show floor. 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