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Author(s):Brandenburg, David
Author Affiliation:Golf Course Manager, Rolling Meadows Golf Course
Title:New tools for old challenges - 2011 symposium
Section:WGCSA
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Source:The Grass Roots. Vol. 40, No. 6, November/December 2011, p. 48-53.
Publishing Information:Madison, WI: Wisconsin Golf Course Superintendents Association.
# of Pages:6
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Aeration; Education; Irrigation efficiency; Irrigation scheduling; Natural landscape maintenance; Non-golfer perceptions; Pest control; Public relations; Purchasing; Soil moisture sensors; Soil probes; Water conservation; Wisconsin Golf Turf Symposium
Subjects' Names:Horgan, Brian
Abstract/Contents:Provides an overview of the 2011 Wisconsin Golf Turf Symposium, "New Tools for Old Challenges." Claims that the Symposium attracts attendees from throughout the Midwest and experts from across the United States, Canada, and England to present on a variety of topics. Describes the presentation made by keynote speaker, Dr. Brian Horgan, who explained that many outsiders regard turfgrass as unnatural and unsustainable in light of national water shortages. Suggests that to combat this, the industry must strive to improve both efficiency and public opinion. Recommends irrigating not by schedule but by necessity, and using tools such as polarized glasses or soil probes to track soil moisture. Describes other presentations concerning the challenges of natural areas, tips on purchasing strategies, core aeration procedures, and insect management. Concludes that "the Wisconsin Golf Turf Symposium is a key educational tool for golf course superintendents," and that "it is really worth the time and cost."
Language:English
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ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Brandenburg, D. 2011. New tools for old challenges - 2011 symposium. Grass Roots. 40(6):p. 48-53.
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