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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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AusGAP welcomes two new turf businesses
AusGAP is pleased to announce the inclusion of two new farms into the certification program. Rosemount Turf and All Turf Solutions, both in South East Queensland, have recently received AusGAP certification after working through the program for the past 12 months.
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ITGAP Inspection Training Update
In late May this year, Nick Dorney of AusGAP flew to Athens Georgia to carry out an ITGAP inspection training update and view some of the larger production farms of ITGAP certified turf products.
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AusGAP Certified growers submit Sir Walter samples for purity testing to ensure breeder certification
Now that plant breeder’s rights (PBR) on Sir Walter soft leaf buffalo has expired, Nick Dorney from AusGAP in conjunction with Lawn Solutions Australia (LSA), is running a series of DNA tests against the original Sir Walter foundation material.
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Sunnyside Instant Lawn – AusGAP Case Study
Sunnyside Instant lawn is run by Andrew Rowett who is a 3rd generation farmer who used to be in horticulture. Sunnyside started with 25 acres of turf and has now expanded out to up to 150 acres and now has 8 employees.
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AusGAP Independent Auditing Program kicks off 2018
AusGAP – the Australian Genetic Assured Purity Turf Accreditation Program, is a quality control system that has been adopted by some of Australia’s premier turf grass producers. It covers business compliance…
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Lawn Solutions Australia growers become fully certified
In a milestone for the turf industry, 41 of Lawn Solutions Australia’s nation-wide network of turf growers have now achieved the mandatory requirements to gain certification status under the AusGAP program.
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Get advice for your project
AusGAP growers and staff can assist in the planning of site preparation and maintenance of your turf project. Send the details of your project to us and our team will provide free expertise and advice to assist you.
