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Death, Taxes, and Comparing Golf Courses
Golf course comparisons are inevitable; however, get the facts first before you "dare to compare."
By Larry Gilhuly

Overseeding and Nematicides Affect Sting Nematodes in Bermudagrass Fairways
Research shows that when it comes to nematodes, timing is everytyhing.
By William T. Crow, Todd Lowe, and Darin Lickfeldt

Getting It Right
A success story from Lake Merced Golf Club.
By Bo Links and Al Oppenheim

Putting Green Drainage, Drainage, Drainage
Just as location is important in real estate, drainage is the foundation of any good putting green.
By James H. Baird

Rootzone Depth Affects Putting Green Performance
Research at Michigan State University demonstrates how varying putting green rootzone depth affects moisture retention.
By Kevin W. Frank, B.E. Leach, J.R. Crum, P.E. Rieke, B.R. Leinauer, T.A. Nikolai, and R.N. Calhoun

Southwestern Golf Courses Offer Needed Riparian Habitat for Birds
A comparison of golf courses with natural areas underscores the importance of golf courses as bird habitat.
By Michele Merola-Zwartjes and John P. Delong

Great Results
Pictures of success.
By Jean Mackay, Nancy Richardson, and Jeremy Taylor

News Notes

Grain on the Brain
Along with putting green speeds, the effects of grain on ball roll receive too much television air time.
By John Foy

Turf Twisters