Events

John Dempsey, Ph.D., looks back over the 40 years he has been in the turfgrass maintenance business. The presenter discusses what maintenance was like when he started and then progresses through […]

Billy Crow, Ph.D., of the University of Florida discusses what is new in nematode management research. This presentation includes background on the different nematode species common in finely managed turf […]

Roger Plant and Cesar Cartegena of the Organic Materials Review Institute  discuss the role OMRI can play in helping superintendents manage alternatives to traditional inputs and to help address environmental […]

Amy Wallis, Ph.D., of Wake Forest University discusses Generation Z in the workplace, from early 20-somethings to those who will be entering the workforce over the next 10 years. The presenter will discuss Generation Z research, what it tells us about this group and how they might differ from other generations, and how we can adapt […]

David Gardner, Ph.D. of Ohio State University will discuss the fate of pesticides in the soil, including leaching, sorption and degradation and the impact of each on the environment. The presentation also will include the findings from recent scientific research trials and studies focused specifically on runoff.  

 John Dempsey, Ph.D., discusses some of what he describes as "interesting and relevant new data" from a range of research studies carried out in Ireland between 2020 and 2022.     

Frank S. Rossi, Ph.D., of Cornell University looks back at 2022 and unloads his thoughts on what has transpired throughout the year and in the recent past and explores turfgrass management trends that have emerged.  This presentation addresses climate and pest management issues around the U.S. and Canada, and also includes advice on alternative strategies […]

Anthony Williams, CGCS at the Sports Club at Las Colinas in Irving, Texas, offers career-development tips and advice for upcoming and experienced superintendents.  The presenter discusses how setting career goals for you and your golf course can help ensure career longevity. Williams also talks about how to establish realistic standards and how to achieve them, […]

Dennis Hurley and Zach Boudreaux of Turf Drainage Company of America address the relationship between slope and drainage from the golf course superintendent’s point of view. Although slope is the dominant factor in surface water drainage, it isn’t a panacea for all drainage problems on golf courses. This presentation addresses the three types of seepage water […]

Kevin Frank, Ph.D., of Michigan State University, focuses on winter prep efforts and the most recent research results to help mitigate winterkill.  Topics include fall management practices such as topdressing, […]