Why experienced turf managers still rely on soil testing to make better decisions. Most turf managers and greenkeepers have spent years developing an understanding of their surfaces. They know how their turf responds throughout the seasons, recognise stress symptoms and have built successful nutrition programs through hands-on experience. But conditions...

Managing Localised Dry Patch is a persistent challenge for turf managers across Australia. Uneven soil moisture leads to patchy turf, inconsistent playing surfaces and increased maintenance costs. HydroForce Ultra represents a major advancement in soil wetting agents for turf, with proven results in some of the toughest conditions. We explored...

INTRODUCING… POACURE Active Constituent: 240 g/L Methiozolin Group Z Herbicide (Unspecified) Application Rate: 2 – 4 L/Ha Pack Size: 500 mL For the control of wintergrass ​ PoaCure; a revolutionary herbicide (active ingredient Methiozolin) to control wintergrass (Poa) in recreational turf. PoaCure is unlike any other herbicide before it. PoaCure is slow acting...

  Introduction Thatch is a layer of organic material that accumulates between the soil surface and the green foliage of turfgrass. It consists of both living and dead plant parts, including roots, stems, and decomposed leaves. The accumulation of excessive thatch in a turf surface can result in several issues,...

Introduction During the winter of 2017/18 Winter Fusarium (Microdochium nivale formerly Fusarium nivale) pressure was very high, with researchers reporting breakthroughs in several conventional fungicide treatments. Simplot treatments containing phosphite fertiliser programs showed considerable improvements in turf quality. Treatments Duraphite 12 Extreme Green 16 Ambient Plus Results The images below...

Effective strategies for proactive autumn weed management in your turf As autumn rolls on, proactive turf management becomes crucial for maintaining healthy surfaces. This approach involves preparing grass for the seasonal changes ahead. One task that can make the role of a turf manager easier is applying a pre-emergent herbicide....

At Royal Queensland Golf Club, preparation for the PGA Championship is a meticulous process for Golf Course Superintendent Adam Mills and his team. Working alongside Mills and the RQ Team are GTS Director Chris Chapman and Head Agronomist, Paul Spencer. GTS and RQ have been working together to obtain the...

What is pythium root dysfunction and what causes pythium fungus? Pythium root dysfunction is a turfgrass disease triggered by pythium fungi. These fungi invade the roots of grass, impeding their capacity to draw in water and nutrients from the soil. When pythium infects turf, it can lead to oddly shaped...

As winter arrives across Australia, turf maintenance becomes a unique challenge. While many people associate fungal diseases with warmer climates, the cooler months bring their own set of challenges. Secondary pathogens can take advantage of stressed or compromised turfgrass and contribute to a further decline in its health. Fungal infections...