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Author(s):Anonymous
Title:The positive impact of turf
Source:Sports Turf Newsletter [STA]. Vol. 3, No. 3, September 1990, p. 6-7.
Publishing Information:Guelph, Ontario: The Sports Turf Association
# of Pages:2
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Turf values; Erosion control; Dust control; Heat dissipation; Pollutant absorption; Water quality; Pest control; Economic impacts
Sports Turf Canada Keywords: General
Abstract/Contents:Discusses potential benefits of turfgrass, including "soil erosion control"; "dust stabilization"; "noise abatement"; "glare reduction"; "atmospheric pollution control"; "reduced fire hazard"; and "safety in vehicle operation/equipment longevity." Also discusses potential recreational values of turfgrass, including that it "enhances physical health of participants"; "serves as a safety cushion against impact injury"; and "provides a low cost surface for outdoor sport and leisure activities."
Language:English
References:0
Note:Reprint appears in The Turf Line News, Vol. 102 February/March 1991, p. 23-24
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ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Anonymous. 1990. The positive impact of turf. Sports Turf Newsl. 3(3):p. 6-7.
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