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Author(s):Nutter, Liz
Author Affiliation:Managing Editor, Leading Edge Communications
Title:Grooming golf greens & preparing research plots... all in a day's work at NC State
Column Name:Feature story
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Source:North Carolina Turfgrass. May/June 2006, p. 8-13.
Publishing Information:Southern Pines, NC: The Turfgrass Council of North Carolina, Inc.
# of Pages:6
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Golf greens; Research plots; North Carolina State University; Facility profile; Research facilities; Personal profile; Education
Facility Names:Lake Wheeler Road Field Laboratory, in Raleigh, North Carolina
Subjects' Names:Erickson, Bob
Abstract/Contents:Profiles the responsibilities of Bob Erickson, Certified Golf Course Superintendent (CGCS) at North Carolina State University (NCSU). Describes the maintenance of the three-green practice facility. Discusses the Lake Wheeler Road Field Laboratory (LWRFL) that "provides specialized teaching facilities for students studying poultry, swine, cattle, biological sciences, and air quality." Also discusses the complexities of managing smaller subplots, stating "each [has] their own management restrictions" and mentions various equipment donated to the facility. Provides a brief profile of Erickson's personal life and achievements.
Language:English
References:0
Note:Includes sidebar, "Profile of Bob Erickson, CGCS" p. 11
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Nutter, L. 2006. Grooming golf greens & preparing research plots... all in a day's work at NC State. N.C. Turfgrass. p. 8-13.
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