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Sand-Capped Fairways Can Still Be
Wet

Manage for Playability, But Don't
Go Too Far

A 6-inch sand cap may seem like a surefire way to
improve playing conditions and drainage, but
some courses are disappointed when they end up
with waterlogged conditions.

The weather is nearly perfect for golf but, after a
summer like the Northeast experienced, it is time
to focus on recovery rather than pushing the limits
for playability.

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Don't Sleep on Rhizomes

Five Ways to Improve Hand-Held
Spot Treatments 

Does practice tee turf quality have you feeling
blue? Converting to bluegrass may be a solution
to your problems.

Here are five ways to improve hand-held spot
applications for weed and disease control
throughout your course.

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Early order programs can help you save money on
products you need at your golf course and ensure
that you have what you need when you need it.
However, the temptation of savings can also lead
to purchasing mistakes that may end up costing
you more money. The October 2, 2020, issue of
the USGA Green Section Record can help you
develop an early order plan that allows you to get
the most benefit with the least risk.

One lesson from 2020 is that improved pace of
play can have a significantly positive impact on
customer satisfaction and a golf course's bottom
line. The November 6, 2020, issue of the USGA
Green Section Record will provide insights from
the USGA’s extensive efforts on pace of play -
including research, case studies and technology
tools - that you can apply at your course to provide
a better experience for the golfers that play there.

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From the Vault: Producing Turf on
Poor Land at Pinehurst 

Frost Delay - It's Worth the Wait

Can you imagine a herd of cattle being used to
fertilize fairways at Pinehurst? In the early days of
American golf, courses would try just about
anything to get quality turf established.

While frost delays can be frustrating, they are
necessary to protect the course. A little patience
on crisp mornings goes a long way in helping to
maintain quality playing conditions. 

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