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What are common causes of dry patches in turf?
By Michael Sutton AusGAP – December 10, 2020. Dry patches in your turf are not all created by the same issue and some of the most common reasons for dry patch (dead spots) to occur are: Heat exposure (varied area sizes and shapes) – normally a combination of foot...
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What are these things in my lawn?
Zoysia Seed Head Don’t despair, you don’t have a problem, it just your lawn seeding. Seed heads typically grow from the stem of the turf leaf and the colour can range from purple to brown to white. Can seed heads be a problem? Kikuyu Seed Head Not really, all plants...
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Why we should use natural turfgrass over synthetic
The NFL Players Association president cited the league’s official injury reports from 2012-2018 to state his case that natural grass fields provide a much lower risk for injuries, compared to artificial surfaces, during practices and games. The analysis shows that NFL...
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Why Certified Matters
Buying and installing only certified sod ensures that the end user — whether that’s a homeowner, sports turf manager or golf course superintendent — receives the specific variety requested for the specific use needed. It also, however, minimizes customer complaints...
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Earl’s Turf Information Field Day
Yesterday the 9th July 2020 Earl's Turf held an Information Field Day at the farm including LSA Ambassador – Jason Hodges attended as a guest host. Due to the interest in the event it was held over 2 sessions to adhere to COVID restictions and...
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Benefits of Organic Biostimulants for Turf
Organic biostimulants what are they? They are products such as plant hormones, vitamins, enzymes, humic and fulvic acid, sugars, kelp/seaweed extracts, fish emulsion and other products. Biostimulants when used correctly can aid in turfgrass growth and metabolism,...
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UGA Doctor’s Wayne Hanna & Brian Schwartz Turfgrass Recognition
Congratulations to Doctors. Wayne Hanna & Brian Schwartz on being recognized for their efforts in developing TifTuf bermudagrass. TifTuf is an outstanding turfgrass which uses up to 38% less water than other hybrid bermudagrasses. It also has outstanding color and...
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AusGAP Scholarship Winners for 2020
Since AusGAP’s inception in 2015, the turf certification and business accreditation program has been committed to the continual improvement of quality and production in the Australian turf industry. In 2019, the AusGAP Scholarship program was launched to support the...
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What is the AusGAP Turf Certification Program?
The AusGAP Turf Certification Program consists of five main components, that enable turf growers to produce the highest standards and quality in turf production and these are: Business and farm regulatory compliance Environmental stewardship Keeping turfgrasses...
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NFL Field Managers Symposium Host Turf Producers
12th May 2020 by: CASEY REYNOLDS, PHD The 2020 NFL Field Managers Symposium invited eight sod farms who regularly produce sod for NFL teams in-season to participate in a round-table discussion. It was a two-hour, interactive session, teaming the sod producers with 125...
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TIFTUF AT THE SWAMP: LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR EXCELLENCE
By Julie Holt The Swamp. Just the name evokes a visceral reaction from every college football fan in the south. Florida Gators beam with pride at the mention of their legendary stadium. Other SEC teams’ fans may respond with less enthusiasm, but no one can question...
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Turf Grass First in the World to Receive Smart Approved WaterMark
Turf Grass First to Receive Smart Approved WaterMark The Smart Approved WaterMark is a water conscious certification provided to products so that consumers can identify and access the most water efficient products available on the market. The Smart Approved...
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US turf grass program strengthens ties in Australia
The International Turfgrass Genetic Assurance Program (ITGAP), the only worldwide turf quality assurance system, has bolstered its partnership with its exclusive Australian agency, AusGAP. The Georgia Crop Improvement Association (GCIA) administers the ITGAP program....
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Multiple upgrades enhance AusGAP Program
The Australian Turf Accreditation Program (AusGAP) has received an overhaul, raising the bar for turf quality in Australia. AusGAP has been created for the country’s leading turfgrass producers to provide consumers with assurance that their turf adheres to a...
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Turf Certification – What is it and Why is it Important?
The International Turfgrass Genetic Assurance Program or ITGAP, was developed to ensure that the years of research and development into a new turf variety wouldn’t be lost to contamination or cross pollination. ITGAP provides licences for turf producers to be able to...
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AusGAP Scholarship Application
To apply for one of the grants simply acknowledge the terms and conditions of entry and if you qualify, follow the application process as described in the form below. All eligible entrants will be considered with a short list to be interviewed by our selection panel...
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