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Craig Kessler: The importance of government relations and advocacy in golf
2021-10-03 21:00 UTC
In this TurfNet University Webinar, Craig Kessler, director of governmental affairs for the Southern California Golf Association, will discuss why government relations and advocacy on behalf of the game of golf is so important.

Jim Brosnan: What's next after a season of contending with summer weeds?
2021-09-07 21:00
Jim Brosnan, Ph.D., of the University of Tennessee takes a look back at the challenges of summer weed control and cleaning up after months of weed management throughout the golf season. He also discusses what golf course superintendents must consider when preparing for Poa control in the fall and provides a brief update on PGR research taking place in Knoxville.

Joe Vargas: Fungicide resistance and how to manage it
2021-06-08 21:00
Joe Vargas, Ph.D., turfgrass pathologist at Michigan State University, has never been shy about his against-the-grain views on fungicide resistance. In this Webinar, he discusses fungicide resistance and why he does not believe in rotating products.

The presenter also provides university research trials and real-world conditions in the field that support his opinions that are delivered in a no-holds-barred style.

Tyler Bloom: Five ways to build your assistant pipeline
2021-05-11 21:00
Businesses do not run themselves, people run them. As organizations look to bounce back from 2020 stronger, many have ambitious goals. Achieving these goals requires a strong business strategy that includes attracting top talent. And that means building a strong talent pipeline.

In this TurfNet University Webinar, Tyler Bloom, a former superintendent and consultant who specializes in helping other superintendents solve their human resource challenges, shares tips on how to overcome what is the most significant challenge facing the golf turf industry today – finding and retaining talent.

Rick Brandenburg: Turf insects: What's coming in 2021 and how to stop them
2021-05-02 21:00
Rick Brandenburg, Ph.D., of North Carolina State University, discusses the impact the winter of 2020-21 had on insect populations, which ones to watch out for this spring and summer and cost-effective approaches to management.

The presenter also reviews the latest products and their performance as well as the old standards and their role for insect management. Finally, he discusses how to communicate your pest control programs to the public, members, guests and anyone else who asks.

Doug Soldat, Ph.D.: Soil testing for nutrients and organic matter - and developing operational efficiency
2021-04-20 21:00
Doug Soldat, Ph.D., of the University of Wisconsin, discusses the fundamentals of soil testing to guide nutrient decisions.

Soil testing can be a tool to help superintendents develop topdressing and aerification programs, too. In this presentation, attendees will learn more about how to take samples and interpret the numbers as you continue to work on improving your operational efficiency.

Paul Koch: Snow Mold Outbreak: Assessing the damage and preparing for next year
2021-04-11 21:00
A significant snow mold outbreak occurred over a large area of the Midwest and Northeast in the winter of 2021. Paul Koch, Ph.D., of the University of Wisconsin assesses the conditions that led to the outbreak, discusses strategies for rapid recovery and provides golf course superintendents with tips and advice on how to develop plans to reduce damage next winter.
