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| Author(s): | Neylan, John |
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| Author Affiliation: | Manager, Australian Golf Course Superintendents Association Tech, Australian Golf Course Superintendents Association |
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| Title: | Sports turf nutrition for the future: Sports turf fertiliser technology in Australia |
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| Section: | Combined sessions
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| Meeting Info.: | The Edge, Auckland, New Zealand: 24-27 June 2003 |
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| Source: | Proceedings of the Second New Zealand Sports TurfConference and Trade Show. Vol. 2, 2003, p. 20-22. |
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| Publishing Information: | Palmerston North, NZ: New Zealand Sports Turf Institute |
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| # of Pages: | 3 |
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| Keywords: | TIC Keywords: Athletic fields; Fertilizers; Fertilizer technology; Nutritional requirements; Fertilization program; Controlled release fertilizers; Fertilizer combinations; Fertilizer costs
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| Abstract/Contents: | Discusses sports turf nutrition, stating that it "is a facet of the turf industry that has always been subjected to new technology, trends and fads." Mentions changes in the fertilizer supply industry, including "an increase in the specialist brands of fertilisers [fertilizers] for turf"; "changes in the formulation technology"; and "an increase in combination products." Suggests that "while there has been an increase in the convenience factor, the fact remains that [turf managers] are still essentially applying N [nitrogen], P [phosphorous] and K [potassium] with some micronutrients, and that an effective fertility program relies on a good knowledge of plant nutrient requirements and close monitoring to evaluate the effects. Lists possible considerations to take when selecting a fertilizer, including "ease of application"; "turf response"; "longevity"; "environmental sensitivities"; and cost effectiveness." Briefly mentions computer programming of fertilizer applications. Concludes that "the basics of good fertility has changed little, with N, K and P being the essential elements. The products available have changed enormously and this has provided greater flexibility for turf managers in how they apply the key elements. Soil and plant tissue testing have provided useful tools to fine tune these programs, however, nothing replaces the need for careful observations of turf response and turf quality. This is where the turf manager makes his/her money." |
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| Language: | English |
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| References: | 0 |
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| Note: | Tables |
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| ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Neylan, J. 2003. Sports turf nutrition for the future: Sports turf fertiliser technology in Australia. p. 20-22. In Proceedings of the Second New Zealand Sports TurfConference and Trade Show. The Edge, Auckland, New Zealand: 24-27 June 2003. Palmerston North, NZ: New Zealand Sports Turf Institute. |
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