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Sod Losses in Harvesting
To harvest an acre of sod on a sod farm will require more than an acre to be cut because it is virtually impossible to harvest all the grass as a saleable item. Losses will come from several sources.
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Nematode Management in Golf Greens Changing
Managing nematodes in golf greens is quickly going to change over the next two years. The current nematicide that is being use is being phased out.
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Tune up Landscape Irrigation
A properly designed and operated irrigation system will ensure that the critical factor of soil moisture will be there to sustain healthy plant growth.
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Soil Compaction in Turf
Areas that receive a lot of traffic usually become compacted. Soil particles are packed closer together, creating a root zone where there is little air, poor percolation of water and a tough medium for roots to grow in. The most effective form of relief for a compacted lawn is core aerification.
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Considerations for Sand-based Turfgrass
Sports turf grown on a sand-based root zone requires special attention since it is sand and not soil. This management is more like a hydroponic culture.
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Turf Maintenance for Athletic Fields
A properly constructed and maintained playing surface is an important component of the overall athletic facility. This publication includes information on the construction and maintence of athletic field turfgrass.
Problem Areas in Athletic Turf and Golf Greens
Soil compaction and lack of aeration are death on turf.
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