Keyword: Pros and cons
| Title | Author and Source | Category | View TGIF Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Why mow?: A review of the resulting ecosystem services and disservices from mowing turfgrass |
Patton, Aaron J. 2025. Crop Science. January/February. 65(1): p. e21376 [1-37]. |
|
342844 |
| Rethinking the Aussie method | Isom, Cory. 2023. USGA Green Section Record. September 15. 61(17): p. [1-3]. |
|
331820 |
| Changing gears | Booth, Jordan. 2023. USGA Green Section Record. June 16. p. [1-3]. |
|
329394 |
| Top five reasons to overseed or not overseed fairways | Whitlark, Brian. 2022. USGA Green Section Record. November 4. 60(20): p. [1-2]. |
|
323132 |
| Rise of the machines - Autonomous mowers on golf courses |
Isom, Cory. 2022. USGA Green Section Record. March 4. 60(4): p. [1-7]. |
|
319534 |
| Golf's battery equipment making strides: Advances in lithium-ion technology are catching golf industry's attention |
Jiggens, Mike. 2021. Turf & Rec. April/May. 34(3): p. 22-25. |
|
318752 |
| A very public life | Green, Ryan. 2021. The Newsletter [New England]. March/April. p. 16-17. |
|
322459 |
| Pros and cons of transdisciplinary research: A case study of Swedish lawns and their sustainable alternatives Access Restrictions |
Ignatieva, M.; Eriksson, F.; Eriksson, T.; Kätterer, T.; Tid^Doaker, P.; Wissman, J.; Ahrnd'e, K.; Bengtsson, J.; Hedblom, M. 2020. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening. December. 56: p. 44203. |
|
315315 |
| Tim Powers, Poplar Creek Golf Course |
Anonymous. 2020. Thru the Green [Northern California]. October/November. p. 22. |
|
316534 |
| Public Land manager discourses on barriers and opportunities for a transition to low input turfgrass in urban areas Access Restrictions |
Barnes, Michael R.; Nelson, Kristen C.; Kowalewski, Alec R.; Patton, Aaron J.; Watkins, Eric. 2020. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening. August. 53: p. 1-11. |
|
315290 |
| Applying 'action situation' concepts to public land managers' perceptions of flowering bee lawns in urban parks Access Restrictions |
Ramer, Hannah; Nelson, Kristen C. 2020. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening. August. 53: p. 44206. |
|
315107 |
| Trending slowly - Slow release versus readily available nitrogen |
Whitlark, Brian. 2020. USGA Green Section Record. August 21. 58(16): p. 1-2. |
|
320257 |
| [Club cadet, RG3] Access Restrictions |
Robertson, Paul. 2020. GreenMaster. February. 56(1): p. 18-21. |
|
312094 |
| Researchers Compare Removing Aeration Cores With Core Recycling |
Whitlark, Brian. 2019. [Liberty Corner, New Jersey]: United States Golf Association. 2 pp. |
|
305135 |
| Po-Uh-An-You-Uh Explained |
Jacobs, Paul. 2019. [Liberty Corner, New Jersey]: United States Golf Association. 2 pp. |
|
306406 |
| Poa annua: Misunderstood frenemy? |
Savard, Don. 2019. Update [New Jersey]. Summer. 19(2): p. 4, 8. |
|
312685 |
| Considering synthetic turf: What you need to know |
Jenner, Cory M. 2019. Parks & Rec Business. September. 18(2): p. 24-27. |
|
308459 |
| Robot mowers Lucy & Fred get a try-out at Woodlawn Cemetery: Robots are becoming more visible as they take on more tasks previously performed by people. Can robots do some of the work invovled in maintaining cemetery grounds? | Rose, Mitch. 2019. ICCFA Magazine. August/September. 79(7): p. 61-63. |
|
308207 |
| Sustainability and golf: Golf courses are an urban centre's green spaces |
Jiggens, Mike. 2019. Turf & Rec. June. 32(4): p. 20, 22, 24. |
|
306843 |
| Leading edge(ing): Manufacturers share what's new in the world of landscape edging products |
Webb, Sarah. 2019. Landscape Management. May. 58(5): p. 44, 46. |
|
305965 |
| Are robot mowers in your future? | Soldat, Doug; Bero, Nick. 2019. The Grass Roots. May/June. 48(3): p. 34-37. |
|
309985 |
| Triplex Mowers: Evaluating Their Benefits and Return on Investment |
Barden, Addison. 2018. [Far Hills, New Jersey]: United States Golf Association. 2 pp. |
|
294398 |
| The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Cold Winter Weather |
Kammerer, Steve. 2018. [Far Hills, New Jersey]: United States Golf Association. 3 pp. |
|
295118 |
| Using nature's mowers: The pros and cons: Some insights into what goes on beyond the green's fences when playing sheep-grazed golf course |
Mitchell, Andrew; Howard, David. 2018. New Zealand Turf Management Journal. Winter. 35(2): p. Cover, 9-11. |
|
298743 |
| Sprays vs rotors: We take them head-to-head to find the best irrigation solutions |
Meany, Catherine. 2018. Lawn & Landscape. November. 39(11): p. 30, 32. |
|
302519 |
| Turf: In a world that is trying to be increasingly environmentally friendly, natural turf and its alternatives have created a perpetual tug-of-war over the best approach. In this month's cover story, landscapers face off on the pros and cons of the available options |
Smith-Ely, Kristin. 2018. Irrigation & Green Industry. September. 21(9): p. Cover, 14-18. |
|
300882 |
| Out of Africa Access Restrictions |
Carson, Teresa. 2018. Golf Course Management. July. 86(7): p. 30. |
|
299416 |
| Evaluating the pros and cons of preventative vs curative fungicide applications | Giordano, Paul. 2018. Golf Course Industry. June. 30(6): p. 40. |
|
299327 |
| Get rid of the trees on your golf course (at least some of them): On golf courses, trees can be a nuisance or an asset. Combining professional assistance from a certified arborist with input from stakeholders can help facilities cope with problem trees Access Restrictions |
Fech, John C. 2018. Golf Course Management. May. 86(5): p. Cover, 34-36, 38, 40, 42, 44. |
|
298224 |
| The gorse family: Gorse and golf - Friend or foe? |
Nicholson, John. 2018. Pitchcare. April/May. 78: p. 130-133. |
|
299333 |
| Winter bermudagrass overseeding: Does it hurt or help? |
Bigelow, Cale; Munshaw, Gregg; Richardson, Mike; Zhang, Xunzhong; Goatley, Mike; Jackson, Kevin. 2018. Golfdom. April. 74(4): p. 31. |
|
296656 |
| Should you raise your hand? |
Moraghan, Tim. 2018. Golf Course Industry. April. 30(4): p. 8. |
|
297667 |
| The rise of ryegrass: One of the biggest changes in golf course management in recent years has been via the role dwarf cultivars play: Once derided, they now offer an appealing fineness of leaf and, perhaps more importantly, are drought tolerant | Pentecost, Sandy. 2018. GreenKeeping. March. 144: p. 12. |
|
295828 |
| Spring start-up tips for engine success: Get the most out of your engine by following these tips |
Billigen, Tom. 2018. Turf & Rec. March. 31(2): p. 22-23. |
|
296405 |
| Should you mow or plow on demand?: What you need to know before putting your business at your customers' fingertips |
Williams-Villano, Mary Elizabeth. 2018. Irrigation & Green Industry. March. 21(3): p. Cover, 14-16, 18. |
|
296467 |
| Synthetic pitches: Things to consider before installation: The decision for a sports facility to invest in a synthetic turf pitch is considerable and is normally made by the highest levels of authority within an organisation |
Allen, Curtis. 2018. Pitchcare. February/March. 77: p. 102-105. |
|
296418 |
| Education: What's the point? |
Wight, Andy. 2018. Pitchcare. February/March. 77: p. 136-138. |
|
296451 |
| Buy, lease or rent: Equipment acquisition strategies |
White, Patrick. 2018. Superintendent. February. 17(2): p. 20-23. |
|
295545 |
| Justifying equipment purchases: Strategies for explaining - and justifying - the need for new equipment |
White, Patrick. 2018. SportsField Management. February. 13(2): p. Cover, 10-14. |
|
295177 |
| Winter work: Tackling winter jobs can be demanding, especially with some clubs expecting the same outcomes on smaller budgets | MacKenzie, Noel. 2018. GreenKeeping. January. 142: p. 6, 8-9. |
|
295233 |
| For rent!: You're facing the decision - Rent or buy? Here are some pointers for partnering with the right rental business |
Hampshire, Kristen. 2018. Lawn & Landscape. January. 39(1): p. 78, 80-83. |
|
294185 |
| Should you lease or finance equipment? Here's what to consider |
Danielson, Paul. 2018. SportsTurf. January. 34(1): p. 36, 38-41. |
|
298577 |
| Pros and cons of overseeding |
Tischenko, Yelena. 2018. Superintendent. January. 17(1): p. 22-23. |
|
294734 |
| Combination or Single Products: Think Through the Confusion |
Kammerer, Steve. 2017. Far Hills, New Jersey: United States Golf Association. [3] pp. |
|
285334 |
| Turfgrass Selection | Hoyle, Jared. 2017. [Manhattan, Kansas]: Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, Kansas State University. 4 pp. |
|
291014 |
| The use of cold tolerant bermudagrasses on northern golf courses | Williams, Matt. 2017. 2017 GCSAA Education Conference: Conference Session Presentations. p. [1-36]. |
|
296666 |
| The consequences of stroke play & the opportunities of match play | American Society of Golf Course Architects. 2017. 2017 GCSAA Education Conference: Conference Session Presentations. p. [1-86]. |
|
296731 |
| Evaluating sprinkler operational efficiency using SMS | Klinefelter, Gary; Dukes, Michael D. 2017. Irrigation Show 2017: Technical Session Proceedings. p. 1-9. |
|
294405 |
| Wetlands and human health: Hydrology, biogeochemistry, and West Nile virus | Lockaby, Graeme. 2017. ASA, CSSA and SSSA International Annual Meetings. p. 104513. |
|
290801 |
| The effect of core recycling on putting green performance | Pease, Benjamin; Thoms, Adam; Christians, Nick E.; Mertz, Isaac. 2017. ASA, CSSA and SSSA International Annual Meetings. p. 105934. |
|
295614 |
| A positive valorization way of sludge compost: Recycling it to turfgrass instead of partial conventional substrate Access Restrictions |
Liu, Hong-tao; Cheng, Sheng-kui; Lei, Mei; Yang, Jun-xing; Zhang, Lin-juan. 2017. Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica: Section B, Soil and Plant Science. 67(6): p. 518-523. |
|
286582 |
| Estimating urban lawn cover in space and time: Case studies in three Swedish cities |
Hedblom, M.; Lindberg, F.; Vogel, E.; Wissman, J.; Ahrné, K. 2017. Urban Ecosystems. 20(5): p. 1109-1119. |
|
286362 |
| What is benchmarking? | Ormsby, David. 2017. New Zealand Turf Management Journal. Winter. 34(2): p. 3. |
|
285338 |
| Managing creeping bentgrass on NZ greens: Understanding the chosen cultivar and applying the appropriate management techniques will facilitate success in our climate | Howard, David; Ormsby, David. 2017. New Zealand Turf Management Journal. Winter. 34(2): p. 28-31. |
|
285350 |
| Evaluating two rainwater harvesting systems in an urban setting in Oregon's Willamette Valley |
Olsen, Conner; Kowalewski, Alexander; Gould, Micah; Lambrinos, John. 2017. Journal of Green Building. Winter. 12(1): p. 1-10. |
|
287913 |
| Taking creative courses: Superintendents continue to look at practical places to lessen labor and inputs |
Lewis, Chris. 2017. Golfdom. December. 73(12): p. 24. |
|
293692 |
| EOP: What's with it? |
Blomquist, Dave. 2017. On Course [MAGCS]. December. 71(7[8]): p. 14-15. |
|
294739 |
| Turfgrass aerification Access Restrictions |
Anonymous. 2017. Turf News [TPI]. November/December. 41(6): p. 9. |
|
292459 |
| Battery powered equipment: It's the future |
Anonymous. 2017. Pitchcare. October/November. 75: p. 134-138. |
|
294291 |
| Building the case for outsourced aerification: If you build your budget for outsourcing, you'll get to those projects you wish you had the time and manpower for |
McCue, Mike. 2017. Superintendent. October. 16(10): p. 16-19. |
|
291126 |
| Dollarweed: Friend or foe | Bodrey, Ray. 2017. The Star [Florida]. October 12. p. [1]. |
|
290777 |
| The beauty of biomass: Have you ever thought of biomass as a heating source for you [your] sporting facility? Access Restrictions |
Beckett, Nicole. 2017. STRI Bulletin. Autumn. 279: p. 25-28. |
|
291357 |
| Gribblehirst Park: A new breed: Auckland Council has broken new ground by commissioning the first community full-hybrid pitches in Australasia | Myer, Spencer. 2017. New Zealand Turf Management Journal. Autumn. 34(1): p. 38-39. |
|
281684 |
| Pros and cons of being a working super |
Gray, Christopher S. Sr. 2017. Superintendent. September. 16(9): p. 12. |
|
289428 |
| Well well well... What's all this about?: With water now a valuable and increasingly expensive commodity, it makes perfect sense to review ways that savings may be made, especially when irrigation is a necessity |
Howley, Iain. 2017. Pitchcare. August/September. 74: p. 124-129. |
|
290910 |
| Late fall fertilization of sports turf in northern climates |
Landschoot, Pete. 2017. SportsTurf. August. 33(8): p. 8, 10-11. |
|
288541 |
| Can you hear me now? Access Restrictions |
Carter, Paul L. 2017. Golf Course Management. July. 85(7): p. 46-48, 50, 52. |
|
288237 |
| Power up: Electric equipment is taking a stand alongside gas-powered tools with more power, longer run times and commercial-grade construction |
Hampshire, Kristen. 2017. Lawn & Landscape. July. 38(7): p. 68-73. |
|
287270 |
| [Why should you volunteer?] |
Anonymous. 2017. Greenkeeper International. June. p. 16. |
|
286408 |
| An eye for definition: Contractors discuss when to use curbing or edging for a landscape bed |
Hammersmith, Holly. 2017. Lawn & Landscape. June. 38(6): p. 70, 72. |
|
286469 |
| 4G pitches take turf to new safety levels: Current technology blends synthetic and natural turf blades for a hardier hybrid playing surface |
Anonymous. 2017. Turf & Rec. June. 30(4): p. 24-25. |
|
286920 |
| How to minimize your carbon footprint: Incremental strides in measuring and managing water, fuel, chemicals, electricity and labor all have impact |
McCue, Mike. 2017. Superintendent. June. 16(6): p. 28-30. |
|
286660 |
| Turfgrass: Is it good, bad or simply a personal choice? | Johnson, Michael. 2017. The Times-Independent. June 1. p. [1-2]. |
|
286718 |
| How to choose the right lawnmower for you | Pokorny, Kym. 2017. The Oregonian. June 24. p. [1-4]. |
|
287041 |
| The art of watering: Quench your plants' thirst with less waste |
Radin, Andy. 2017. Fine Gardening. May/June. 175: p. 46-49. |
|
283469 |
| Consider sand slit drainage |
Anonymous. 2017. SportsTurf. May. 3[33](5): p. 34-35. |
|
284681 |
| Down with diesel: Some contractors are recognizing the benefits of diesel mowers and adding them to their fleets |
Schappacher, Emily. 2017. Landscape Management. April. 56(4): p. 32, 34-36. |
|
283350 |
| Take aim: Before you add hydroseeding, find out what you and your customers can expect from it |
Tuttle, Katie. 2017. Lawn & Landscape. April. 38(4): p. 96, 98, 100. |
|
283252 |
| Engine innovations put consumers at ease: How leading engine manufacturers are helping end-users get more done in less time - and at less cost |
Wartgow, Gregg. 2017. Green Industry Pros. April. 29(4): p. 30-32. |
|
285701 |
| Why every sports turf manager should consider PGRs |
Polimer, Ben. 2017. SportsTurf. April. 3[33](4): p. 14-16. |
|
284320 |
| Turf, grass or both? | Malone, Mary. 2017. Bonner County Daily Bee. April 14. p. [1-3]. |
|
287280 |
| Going underground: Earthworm casting is a major headache in the world of sports turf. We dig deeper to find out how to tackle the problem |
Nolan, Conor. 2017. The Groundsman [IOG]. March. p. 30-32. |
|
282954 |
| 8 reasons why landscape workers should unionize |
Goldman, Gary. 2017. Green Industry Pros. March. 29(3): p. 8, 10-11. |
|
283512 |
| Bahiagrass for your Florida lawn | Hobbs, Wayne. 2017. Clay Today. March 22. p. [1-2]. |
|
285969 |
| Grass vs. trees: It's a gender thing |
Reese, Carol. 2017. The Jackson Sun. March 1. p. [1]. |
|
291562 |
| Combating the rising trend of synthetic turf | Stephens, Richard. 2017. Turf Australia. Spring. p. 8. |
|
301722 |
| Beneath their feet: There are several softball surfacae options available, each with their own unique advantages and disadvantages | Myer, Spencer. 2017. New Zealand Turf Management Journal. Spring. 34(3): p. 44-45. |
|
288809 |
| Removing grass: Less work, more green | Wild, Megan. 2017. The Mother Earth News. February 21. p. [1-3]. |
|
282748 |
| Soil moisture sensing: One water-saving sensor too many? |
Anonymous. 2017. Irrigation Today. January. 1(3): p. 18-19. |
|
294656 |
| Preventive maintenance strategies for turf equipment | Kriz, Mike; Tucker, Stephen. 2016. 2016 GCSAA Education Conference: Conference Session Presentations. p. [1-23]. |
|
270778 |
| Using Colorant Instead of Overseeding Fairways | Anonymous. 2016. [Far Hills, New Jersey]: United States Golf Association. 2 pp. |
|
275021 |
| Four for the Price of One | Gilhuly, Larry. 2016. Far Hills, New Jersey: United States Golf Association. 2 pp. |
|
278990 |
| Success With Princess-77 Seeded Couch | Ford, Phillip. 2016. [Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand]: PGG Wrightson Turf. [10] pp. |
|
288340 |
| Red Fescue Management: Guidelines Based on New Research and Greenkeepers' Experiences (Plejeaf Rødsvingel: Retningslinjer Baseret på ny Forskning og Erfaring Fra Greenkeepere/ Att Sköta Rödsvingel: Guidelines Baserade på ny Forskning och Greenkeepers Erfarenheter) |
Kvalbein, Agnar; Aamlid, Trygve S.; Jensen, Anne Mette Dahl; Rasmussen, Per. 2016. Stockholm, Sweden: Scandinavian Turfgrass and Environment Research Foundation, STERF. 22 pp. |
|
288885 |
| Undertaking a turf reduction project - A case study at Bernardo Heights | Alwine, James. 2016. 2016 GCSAA Education Conference: Conference Session Presentations. p. 1-39. |
|
270809 |
| Turf wars - Selecting the field that is best for your site | Yoder, Luke; Tarantino, Mike. 2016. SportsTurf Managers Association, Southern California[Newsletter]. Summer. 5: p. 3-4, 6, 9. |
|
308511 |
| Fuel of the future?: Despite the environmental and cost benefits of propane-powered equipment, cheap gas is preventing contractors from making the switch |
Schappacher, Emily. 2016. Landscape Management. December. 55(12): p. 34-35. |
|
279395 |
| Growing pains: Plant growth regulators can be useful tools for landscape contractors and lawn care operators, but experts say they aren't prevalent in the industry |
Schappacher, Emily. 2016. Landscape Management. November. 55(11): p. 30-31. |
|
278827 |
| Playing defense: Aeration, overseeding and, yes, green speeds. A template for providing sensitive answers to tough agronomic questions |
Williams, Anthony L. 2016. Golf Course Industry. November. 28(11): p. 12-16. |
|
279400 |
| Municipal rotary mowing: A missed opportunity? |
Whitton, James. 2016. Pitchcare. October/November. 69: p. 124-128. |
|
278702 |