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COURSE CARE
2015 USGA Green Section Record Compendium
December 18, 2015
January Managing Winter Play
Applying principles of turf science to common winter scenarios that arise on golf courses allows decision makers to implement preventative measures, assess risk, and make informed decisions that provide an appropriate balance between the needs of the turf and the expectations of golfers.
Our experts explain the importance of managing winter play and how it can affect golfers.
February Poa annua Control
Management is possile; eradication is unlikely.
Our experts explain why some greens look like patchwork quilts.
The USGA plays a critical role funding research to advance the long-term viability of golf
March Irrigation Management
There is never a good time to replace an irrigation system, but when the cost of not replacing it becomes high enough... it's time.
Our experts explain when it becomes necessary to replace a golf course irrigation system.
Rutgers University scientists are developing effective, sustainable methods for ABW management.
April Turfgrass Growth Regulation
To maximize the potential of plant growth regulators, growing degree-day models offer a simple and effective way to estimate PGR performance.
Our experts explain why plant growth regulators are valuable turf-management tools.
Researchers are working to identify heat and drought tolerance molecular markers in bentgrass.
May Disease Control
History sheds light on where we are and a look at where we are headed.
Our experts explain three things golfers should know about efforts to control turfgrass diseases.
The USGA and concerned golf courses supported studies of an unusual problem.
June
There are many factors that impact bunker playability.
Our experts explain why maintaining consistent bunkers is a nonsustainable task.
The rest of the story about efforts to understand and improve fine fescues for golf.
July Troubleshooting Problem Greens
Several factors determine putting green quality, but golfer expectations define desireable greens.
Our experts explain that like your golf game, putting green performance depends on many factors.
Efforts to improve the National Mall in Washington, D. C., are relying on familiar concepts.
August Weed Control
Golf course superintendents face an array of weeds in putting greens, fairways, and roughs.
A look at how the USGA Turfgrass and Environmental Research Committee selects research.
September Naturalized Areas
Low-maintenance and naturalized roughs can be a daling, the devil, or a little of both depending on their use, placement, and management.
Our experts explain why one person's most hated weed is another's favorite wildflower.
October Is It Time To Rebuild Your Greens?
Many factors must be considered before undertaking a putting green reconstruction project.
Our experts address common questions from golfers about putting green renovation.
The USGA Green Section provides a vast amount of information, but where does it all come from?
November Trees And Golf Courses
Understanding the origins of tree use on golf courses will help solve tree problems on your golf course.
Despite golfers' love affair with trees, early architects believed trees did not belong on golf courses.
Developing an understanding of water use rates among common species on golf courses.
December
Sand greens—or "browns" as they are otherwise known—offer a fun golfing experience at bargain prices, yet they are enjoyed by only a small portion of the golfing community.
Implementing these steps is sure to make golf more expensive and less profitable.
Researchers are coming up with better grasses for golf course fairways that tolerate NFL stresses.
What Are Green Section Collections?
A new feature to the USGA Green Section Record in 2015 now includes an interactive digital collection of supporting materials. In addition to the monthly major article, each digital collection includes supporting articles, a photo gallery and videos that provide additional, relevant information on the subject. The collections can be viewed online in a user-friendly digital magazine format, saved as a PDF or printed. We hope you find this new feature to be an extremely useful resource.