Keyword: Soil improvement
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| Compost considerations: ATM columnist John Forrest looks at the considerations when using compost as an organic fertiliser and stresses the importance of knowing what you are applying | Forrest, John. 2024. Australian Turfgrass Management Journal. January/February. 26(1): p. 46-49. |
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| LDS season is here | Isom, Cory. 2023. USGA Green Section Record. June 16. p. [1-2]. |
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| Biological conservation measures are better than engineering conservation measures in improving soil quality of eroded orchards in southern China Access Restrictions |
Qin, Xin; Zhang, Yan; Yu, Ronggang; Chang, Xingchen; Yao, Yuefei; Qiu, Quan; Li, Haiqiag; Wei, Xiaorong. 2022. Soil Science Society of America Journal. July/August. 86(4): p. 932-945. |
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| Five proven methods to improve moisture uniformity | Whitlark, Brian. 2021. USGA Green Section Record. July 2. 59(12): p. [1-10]. |
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| Biosolids amendments improve an anthropogenically disturbed urban turfgrass system Access Restrictions |
Badzmierowski, Mike J.; Evanylo, Gregory K.; Ervin, Erik H. 2020. Crop Science. May/June. 60(3): p. 1666-1681. |
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| Improving urban soils and tall fescue establishment with exceptional-quality biosolids: With proper processing, biosolids from wastewater treatment facilities can become desirable fertilizer for use on high-quality turf Access Restrictions |
Badzmierowski, Mike J.; Evanylo, Gregory K.; Ervin, Erik H.; Boyd, Adam; Brewster, Carlyle. 2020. Golf Course Management. January. 88(1): p. 120-126. |
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| Balanced approach agronomic management for enhancing plant function | Frank, Jason. 2019. 73rd Annual Southeastern Turfgrass Conference [Proceedings]. p. [1-36]. |
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| Modeling vertical water distribution and surfactant degradation in sand-based turf systems Access Restrictions |
Carlson, Michael; Keck, Mark; Kreuser, Bill. 2019. Golf Course Management. May. 87(5): p. 66-67. |
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305359 |
| Aeration today...: ...the Charterhouse way |
Darking, Nick. 2019. Greenkeeper International. April. p. 52-53. |
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305924 |
| Alternatives to disruptive aeration and thatch management |
Anonymous. 2019. Greenkeeper International. April. p. 58-59. |
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305927 |
| Compost amendments on the golf course |
Landschoot, Pete. 2019. Golfdom. April. 75(4): p. 34-36, 38. |
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| Why is the grass so thin on some of my properties? The turf is on a lawn care program |
Bishop, Rex. 2018. Lawn & Landscape. October. 39(10): p. 18-19. |
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301504 |
| Organic fertilizers |
Sherratt, Pamela. 2018. SportsTurf. October. 34(10): p. 50. |
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| An address to beat stress: There are a number of measures greenkeepers can introduce, starting now, to renovate and protect their turf surfaces following the hot and dry conditions experienced this summer |
Corbett, Peter; Mackenzie, Noel. 2018. GreenKeeping. September. 150: p. 12-13. |
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| IPHC program still working in Toronto: Integrated plant health care program was founded in 2002 in response to Toronto's new pesticide bylaw |
Jiggens, Mike. 2018. Turf & Rec. June. 31(4): p. 24-27. |
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| Sulfuric acid effect on bicarbonate concentration and sodium adsorption ration in soil solution Access Restrictions |
Sevostianova, E.; Serena, M.; Whitlark, B.; Leinauer, B. 2018. 6th European Turf Society Conference Proceedings. June. 6: p. 52-53. |
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| Living off the land(fill): Before Trinity Forest Golf Club hosts the AT&T Byron Nelson Classic, the development team looks back at the course's origins |
Hall, Philip. 2018. Golfdom. May. 74(5): p. 26-28, 30, 32. |
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| The art of lawns at Chanticleer | Steinfeldt, Scott. 2018. The Ecological Landscaper. April 16. p. [1-6]. |
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| Soil preparation for a beautiful sodded lawn |
North Carolina Sod Producers Association. 2018. North Carolina Turfgrass. March/April. p. 14-16. |
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| Turf that's forever young: Landscape contractors can add compost top-dressing to their landscaping specialties to help rehabilitate overtreated turf |
Mantey, Carrie. 2018. Green Industry Pros. March. 30(2): p. 28-29. |
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| Moneygram Soccer Park/FC Dallas, Field #8, Dallas TX |
Anonymous. 2018. SportsTurf. January. 34(1): p. Cover, 46-49. |
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| Digging for answers: Improving soil quality to resist drought conditions |
Dobbs, Gerald. 2018. Parks & Rec Business. January. 16(6): p. 28-31. |
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| Effect of mixed sewage sludge and garden waste composts on potting soil amendment |
Si, Li-qing; Chen, Li-min; Zheng, Jing-ming; Zhou, Jin-xing; Peng, Xia-wei. 2018. [Caoye Kexue] [Pratacultural Science]. January 20. 35(1): p. 1-9. |
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| Environmental Benefits of a Healthy, Sustainable Lawn |
Extension, University of Minnesota. 2017. [Minneapolis, Minnesota]: Extension, University of Minnesota. [2] pp. |
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| Benefits of Healthy Turfgrass | Hoyle, Jared. 2017. [Manhattan, Kansas]: Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, Kansas State University. [2] pp. |
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| Cultural Practices for Water Conservation: Landscape Plantings | Wallace, Vickie; Siegel-Miles, Alyssa. 2017. [Storrs, Connecticut]: Extension, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources, University of Connecticut. 4 pp. |
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| Preparing Soil for Turfgrass Establishment - Northern Utah | Caron, Michael; Cardon, Grant; Beddes, Taun; Kopp, Kelly. 2017. Logan, Utah: Utah State University. [5] pp. |
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| Biosolids-based amendments effects on tall fescue establishment in urbanized soil | Badzmierowski, Mike; Evanylo, Gregory; Ervin, Erik H. 2017. ASA, CSSA and SSSA International Annual Meetings. p. 106919. |
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| Don't treat soils like dirt: Care is needed when constructing root-zones from low-sand content soils. Mishandling may save time and cost upfront, but will create ongoing quality and management problems | Glasgow, Alex. 2017. New Zealand Turf Management Journal. Summer. 34(4): p. 31-34. |
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| Autumn lawn care: A few simple techniques and a little investment in time during late summer and autumn can markedly improve the health and quality of your turf next year |
Ardle, John. 2017. The Garden. October. 142(10): p. 39-41. |
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291771 |
| Soil selection for pace, firmness |
Anonymous. 2017. TurfCraft International. September/October. 176: p. 42. |
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| Soilful living: James Sottilo builds sustainable landscapes from the soil up to inspire healthier connections |
Bates, Brooke N. 2017. Lawn & Landscape. August. 38(8): p. 28, 30-33. |
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288573 |
| Site preparations Access Restrictions |
The Lawn Institute. 2017. Turf News [TPI]. July/August. 41(4): p. 11. |
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| The impact of modified nanoscale carbon black on soil nematode assemblages under turfgrass growth conditions Access Restrictions |
Duo, Lian; He, Lu; Zhao, Shulan. 2017. European Journal of Soil Biology. May/June. 80: p. 53-58. |
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285552 |
| Coal bottom ash application on park site soil and its impacts on turfgrass growth and soil quality |
Oh, Se Jin; Kim, Yong Hyok. 2017. Korean Journal of Soil Science and Fertilizer. April. 50(2): p. 127-134. |
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288577 |
| Healthy turf grass: At the root of it all |
Parker, Linda. 2017. The Golf Course Trades. March. 30(3): p. 26-27. |
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| Deep Fairway Aeration for Improved Water Infiltration | Anonymous. 2016. [Far Hills, New Jersey]: United States Golf Association. 2 pp. |
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272841 |
| Lawn Care for Disease Control |
Goldberg, Natalie P.; Leinauer, Bernd. 2016. Las Cruces, New Mexico: Cooperative Extension Service, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, New Mexico State University. 8 pp. |
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281953 |
| Don't Sweep Your Leaves to the Curb! Mulch Them Back Into Your Lawn or Garden | Krans, Rebecca. 2016. [East Lansing, Michigan]: Extension, Michigan State University. [1] p. |
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286327 |
| Wear management on sites with high visitor numbers Access Restrictions |
Gingell, Steve. 2016. Bulletin for Sports Surface Management. Winter. 272: p. 36-39. |
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| Composts widen appeal in soil improvement |
McMaugh, Peter. 2016. TurfCraft International. July/August. 169: p. 48, 50. |
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| Organic amendments improve tall fescue lawn performance in urban soil | Badzmierowski, Mike; Evanylo, Gregory; Ervin, Erik. 2016. Virginia Turfgrass Journal. May/June. p. 24. |
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| Below before above: Properly analyzing what rests under the surface can help build a case for why temporary disruptions are the best thing for your greens |
Torsiello, John. 2016. Golf Course Industry. April. 28(4): p. 52, 54, 56. |
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| A famed club founded on fascinating agronomics |
Pioppi, Anthony. 2016. Superintendent. April. 15(4): p. 8. |
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| Vital to success |
Anonymous. 2016. Landscape Management. January. 55(1): p. 26. |
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| Amending Soil With Compost to Reduce Stormwater Runoff and Lawn Fertilizer Use | Carroll, Mark; Felton, Gary. 2015. College Park, Maryland: College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Maryland. 4 pp. |
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| Compost to reduce runoff and lawn fertilizer use | Carroll, Mark. 2015. MTC Turf News. Summer. p. 22-25. |
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265706 |
| Getting to the root of urban tree health |
Ness, Erik. 2015. CSA News. December. 60(12): p. 4-7. |
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| Effects of soil organic amendment as plant growing media component for restoration of planting ground |
Ju, Jin-Hee; In, Da-Young; Kim, Won-Tae; Yoon, Young-Han; Choi, Eun-Young. 2015. Journal of Environmental Science International. November. 24(11): p. 1363-1370. |
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| Going native -- for the soil? |
Anonymous. 2015. Science Codex. November 11. p. [1]. |
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| Calcium, a boon to sodic soils Access Restrictions |
Hoiberg, Andrew. 2015. Golf Course Management. October. 83(10): p. 32. |
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| Build and maintain - Sustainably: Creating the correct playing conditions for sports fields, pitches and golf courses is a combination of the expertise of professionals concerned and the quality of the materials used, as illustrated by these examples that used fully sustainable topsoil derived from arable soils | Spetch, Andy. 2015. The Groundsman [IOG]. June. p. 22-23. |
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| Compost topdressing & sustainable lawn care: How to protect your clients' soil assets with compost topdressing | Schuler, Keith. 2015. Turf [North Edition]. May. 28(5): p. 58-61. |
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| Amending the soil: Finding the right combinations of seed, mulch, and soil amendments |
Brzozowski, Carol. 2015. Erosion Control. May. 22(3): p. 26-37. |
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257198 |
| Uncovering benefits of turfgrass as a ground cover |
Novak, Jim. 2015. The Pallet: Newsletter of Turfgrass Producers of Texas. April. p. 17-18. |
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258473 |
| Green rebuilding methods |
Brauer, Jeffrey D. 2015. Golf Course Industry. March. 27(3): p. 8, 65. |
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| Influence of applying improvers on growth of perennial ryegrass in rocky desertification land | Zhang, Lei-yi; Zhang, Yao; Zhang, Jing-ru; Xiang, Yang-zhou; Liu, Fang; Yao, Bin. 2015. [Caoye Kexue] [Pratacultural Science]. March 20. 32(3): p. 450-457. |
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| Natural fertilizer and soil improvement Access Restrictions |
Anonymous. 2015. Turf News [TPI]. January/February. 39(1): p. 11. |
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| Preparing to Plant a Florida Lawn |
Trenholm, L. E.; Shober, Amy L. 2014. Gainesville, Florida: Environmental Horticulture Department, UF/IFAS Extension. 4 pp. Revised Edition. |
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| The Influence of Soil Conditions on Soil Microbiological Activity and Consequent Rock Dust Fertilization Effectiveness | Belliard, Philippe; Hendriks, Peter; Nusselder, Michiel. 2014. Wageningen, The Netherlands: [Wageningen University]. 21 pp. |
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| Tips for Saving Water in The Landscape |
Chappell, Matthew R.; Pennisi, Bodie; Wade, Gary; Waltz, Clint. 2014. [Athens, Georgia]: University of Georgia. 4 pp. |
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| The ins and outs of topdressing: The cultural practice can do so many things, from improving soil to ensuring safety. Here's how to do it right |
Sheratt, Pamela. 2014. SportsField Management. November. 9(11): p. 18-20. |
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| Turf formula earns favor of groundskeepers: Groundskeepers affirm greener, more vigorous turf | Thayer, Allen. 2014. Western Turf. Fall. 13(3): p. 28-29. |
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| The effect of different super absorbent polymer applying layer on turf growth and soil water and fertility |
Li, Jia-ling; Li, Long-bao; Liao, Zong-wen; Liu, Tian-zeng; Zhang, Ju-ming. 2014. [Caoye Xuebao] [Acta Prataculturae Sinica]. August 20. 23(4): p. 61-67. |
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| Improvement of compacted soil with tillage and leaf compost | Murphy, James A.; Schmid, Charles J. 2014. 2013 Rutgers Turfgrass Proceedings. July. 45: p. 253-263. |
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| Flushing greens: More than just heavy watering: Flushing salts from the soil profile is a necessary, manageable, and productive procedure when correct techniques are utilized |
White, Bud. 2014. USGA Green Section Record. May 2. 52(9): p. 1-3. |
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| Water smart landscaping strategies: Follow these 7 steps for great resource-conserving landscapes | Stone, Helen. 2014. Turf [North Edition]. January. 27(1): p. A16-A18. |
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| Creeping Bentgrass Fairway Evaluation of Harsco Minerals Ca/Mg-Silicate Soil Amendment/Conditioner 'Excellerator' | Schlossberg, Max; Pruyne, Derek. [2013]. [University Park, Pennsylvania]: Center for Turfgrass Science, Department of Plant Science, College of Agricultural Sciences, Pennsylvania State University. 3 pp. |
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| Effects of AXIS diatomite on drought tolerance of bermudagrass Access Restrictions |
Chen, Xu-bing; Wang, Zhao-long. 2013. [Caoyuan yu Caoping] [Grassland and Turf]. 33(5): p. 6-9, 14. |
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| Low maintenance, big benefits: Planning and executing a strategy of using low-maintenance ornamentals in select areas of a golf course is an affordable and relatively simple way to improve aesthetics Access Restrictions |
Fech, John C. 2013. Golf Course Management. May. 81(5): p. 66, 68, 70, 72. |
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| Make Every Drop Count!: Xeriscape: Seven Steps to Water-Wise Landscape |
Seymour, Rose Mary; Wade, Gary L. 2012. [Athens, Georgia]: Cooperative Extension, University of Georgia. [8] panels. |
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| The effects of inorganic soil amendment on growth of creeping bentgrass(Agrostis palustris) in golf course | Lee, Jae-Pil. 2012. Asian Journal of Turfgrass Science. 26(2): p. 110-115. |
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| Analysis and improvement practise of drainage problem on soil profile at the golf course fairway | Lee, Jung-Ho; Jung, Gi-Rai; Lee, Jong-Min; Joo, Young Kyoo. 2012. Asian Journal of Turfgrass Science. 26(2): p. 129-134. |
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| Sustainable landscape management |
Dodson, Ron; Love, Bill. 2012. Golf Course Industry. November. 24(10[11]): p. 39. |
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| Design goes underground |
Clancy, Tony. 2012. TurfCraft International. January/February. 142: p. 17. |
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292210 |
| I'm thinking about liming my lawn. What do I need to know about lime? | |
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| Steps to a Low-Input, Healthy Lawn | Wertheim, Frank. 2011. [Orono, Maine]: Cooperative Extension, The University of Maine. [4] pp. |
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| Effect of spent mushroom compost on soil quality and turf growth Help us please - we need a copy of this item. Click here or Email tgif@msu.edu if you can help! Thank you. |
Tian, Bo; Shi, Lian-hui; Wang, Xiu-feng; Liu, Deng-min; Feng, Huan-huan. 2011. Zhongguo Caodi Xuebao [Chinese Journal of Grassland]. 33(5): p. 101-106. |
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282579 |
| Soil structure at root of problems |
McMaugh, Peter. 2011. TurfCraft International. November/December. 141: p. 64, 66. |
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| Better turf for a better game: Improve the soil to make better conditions |
Conway, Joshua. 2011. USGA Green Section Record. September 30. 49(39): p. 1. |
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| Putting green rootzone management Access Restrictions |
Moeller, Adam. 2011. Bulletin for Sports Surface Management. April. 253: p. 39-40. |
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181040 |
| The NEW plant health label |
Jones, Seth; Geraci, Beth. 2011. Golfdom. April. 67(4): p. 30-33. |
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187777 |
| Enriching the soil: Taking care of what lies beneath can make contractors' work on clients' properties more effective |
Wisniewski, Nicole. 2011. Landscape Management. April. 50(4): p. 10. |
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| Are Freedom Lawns environmentally responsible? | Ervin, Erik. 2011. Virginia Turfgrass Journal. March/April. p. 18-23. |
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| Aerators aid turf cover |
Senn, Ashley. 2011. TurfCraft International. March/April. 137: p. 59. |
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292310 |
| Gypsum: Use it or lose it? | Sneller, Emily. 2011. MSU Turfgrass Science Program. March 8. p. [1]. |
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| Factors to consider when total infield renovation is not an option |
Burns, Tom; Hubbs, Clayton; McKnight, Grant; Langner, Jeff; Weinstock, Lara; Cygan, David A. 2011. SportsTurf. February. 27(2): p. 20-23. |
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| Assessment of bottom ash amendment on soil and turfgrass qualities in golf course |
Lee, Ju-Young; Choi, Hee-Youl; Shim, Gyu-Yul; Yang, Jae-E. 2011. Proceedings of the Turfgrass Society of Korea Conference. February. 5(48): p. 25-32. |
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| The STRI Programme: Routine stuff Access Restrictions |
Bechelet, Henry. 2011. Bulletin for Sports Surface Management. January. 252: p. 5-8. |
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| Better soils for better turf Access Restrictions |
Carson, Teresa. 2011. Golf Course Management. January. 79(1): p. 36. |
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| Healthy Lawn Healthy Environment | St. John, Rodney. 2010. [Manhattan, Kansas]: Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service. [4] pp. |
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| Improving soils, managing water: Healthy greens | Currey, Anne. 2010. Irrigation Australia. Summer. 25(4): p. 6, 9. |
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| Physicochemical effects of bottom ash on the turfgrass growth media of sandy topsoil in golf course | Lee, Ju-Young; Choi, Hee-Youl; Yang, Jae-E. 2010. Korean Journal of Turfgrass Science. 24(2): p. 199-204. |
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| Effect of applying gypsum on alkaline soil improvement and Zoysia japonica turf establishment Help us please - we need a copy of this item. Click here or Email tgif@msu.edu if you can help! Thank you. |
Zhang, Xue-yong; Chen, Zhong-lin; Liu, Qiang. 2010. [Caoyuan yu Caoping] [Grassland and Turf]. 6: p. Unknown. |
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271277 |
| Improving soil for better lawns and gardens |
Anonymous. 2010. Applied Turfgrass Science. December. 7(1): p. [1]. |
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| Bowls - tales of a travelling [traveling] trouble shooter [troubleshooter] | Dutton, Carol. 2010. Pitchcare.com. July 20. p. [1-2]. |
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| Choosing a soil amendment |
Davis, J. G.; Wilson, C. R. 2010. Golf & Sports Turf Australia. March/April. 18(2): p. 11-12. |
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| Topdressing turfgrass sod | Anonymous. 2010. Louisiana State University Agricultural Center. January 11. p. [1-2]. |
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| Renovation of Lawns |
Harper, John C. II; Landschoot, Peter. 2009. University Park, Pennsylvania: Cooperative Extension, College of Agricultural Sciences, The Pennsylvania State University. [4] pp. Revised Edition. |
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| Improving soil conditions and fertilizer use efficiency with microbial-based products from advanced microbial soluitons [solutions] | Ames, Robert N. 2009. 2009 International Annual Meetings: [Abstracts][ASA-CSSA-SSSA]. p. 51932. |
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