Our latest podcast takes you on a trip to the Caribbean as we talk with Damon Di Giorgio, superintendent at Cabot St. Lucia, about the ups and downs of building a golf course in paradise.
Mar 17, 2023•35 min
Catch our conversation with Chris Tritabaugh, golf course superintendent at Hazeltine, to learn how he approaches putting green data collection and how he uses that data to make decisions.
Feb 17, 2023•21 min
Catch our conversation with David Bermudez, director of agronomy at Del Rio CC, about the motivation and process involved in converting their fairways from common to hybrid bermudagrass.
Feb 03, 2023•37 min
Menlo Country Club superintendent Chris Eckstrom talks about making the switch to hybrid bermudagrass fairways and how it has the course well positioned for the future. Related Articles: Pulverize Your Way To Hybrid Bermudagrass Fairways Converting Fairways To Bermudagrass In Northern California Converting to Bermudagrass Fairways Fairway Regrassing — Can You Afford Not To?...
Jan 20, 2023•36 min
In the third part of our fairway regrassing series Knollwood Club superintendent Drew Barnett takes us through converting a mixed stand of cool-season turf to an improved creeping bentgrass. Related: Successful Fairway Regrassing Starts With Proper Planning
Dec 16, 2022•21 min
In this episode of our fairway regrassing series, we learn about going from bermudagrass to zoysia with no-till sprigging from Brian Powell, director of golf course management at Old Chatham. Related: Old Chatham Golf Club to host 2026 U.S. Girls’ Junior Fairway Conversion From Bermudagrass To Zoysiagrass The Ins And Outs Of Zoysiagrass Fairway Management...
Dec 16, 2022•58 min
In the first part of our multi-episode series on fairway regrassing, we’re joined by John Hoyle, CGCS, superintendent at Corning Country Club in New York. John takes us through the multi-year process of converting fairways to a newer bentgrass variety with improved playability and reduced inputs. Related Articles: Bentgrass Fairway Conversion Improves Playability And Reduces Inputs Successful Fairway Regrassing Starts With Proper Planning Fairway Regrassing — Can You Afford Not To?...
Nov 18, 2022•28 min
Troy Flanagan, director of golf course maintenance at The Olympic Club, discusses the upcoming renovation of the Lake Course, his perspective on hosting USGA championships and more. Related Episodes: Marissa Mar on the Upcoming Gil Hanse Renovation at The Olympic Club US Women’s Open Preparations with Shannon Rouillard and Troy Flanagan...
Oct 21, 2022•42 min
Dr. Jim Brosnan gives his perspective on all things Poa annua, with a focus on the Southeast, as superintendents continue their battle with one of turf’s most problematic weeds. Related Articles: Poa annua: There Wasn't Any Until There Was The Pros and Cons of Poa annua Poa annua Control on Greens...
Sep 16, 2022•47 min
Todd Raisch, superintendent at Ridgewood Country Club, gives us an insider’s view into the famed golf course and his preparations for the 2022 U.S. Amateur.
Aug 17, 2022•34 min
Marissa Mar, green committee chair at the Olympic Club, joins us to share her perspective on the upcoming Gil Hanse renovation of the Lake Course, building a consensus on course projects and her experience as green chair at one of the top courses in the world.
Jul 14, 2022•25 min
USGA CEO Mike Whan joins us to talk about his first U.S. Open as CEO, his vision for what makes a good U.S. Open test, and the new E.J. Marshall platter that was awarded to the host superintendent for being an outstanding partner in agronomy and course preparation.
Jun 23, 2022•13 min
In the final episode of our series with Dave Johnson, director of grounds at The Country Club, we’ll discuss how things are shaping up on the course heading into the U.S. Open.
Jun 15, 2022•19 min
Women in turf volunteering at the U.S. Women’s Open is becoming an annual event. Golf course superintendent Jill Seymour joins us to share her experiences with this growing tradition.
Jun 03, 2022•18 min
On our latest podcast, we discuss successful communication strategies for today’s superintendent with Ross Miller, golf course superintendent at the Country Club of Detroit.
May 20, 2022•31 min
We talk with Dr. Matt Elmore from Rutgers University about the timing, products and practices needed to control golf course weeds like goosegrass, crabgrass, kyllinga and more.
Apr 15, 2022•37 min
Catch our conversation with Dr. John Kaminski from Penn State about winter injury, disease control and labor issues, and get an update on U.S. Open prep from Dave Johnson at Brookline.
Apr 14, 2022•41 min
On our latest podcast episode Todd Voss, COO at the Double Eagle Club, talks about making the jump from superintendent to his current role and Dave Johnson, director of grounds at The Country Club, gives an update on U.S. Open prep.
Mar 18, 2022•43 min
Catch our latest podcast to learn more about DEACON™ – what it can do, how it works, and how it can help you improve playing conditions and resource management at your course.
Feb 17, 2022•35 min
Interest in autonomous mowing on golf courses continues to grow as technology advances and labor issues remain a serious challenge for many superintendents. Learn more about how autonomous mowers are performing on golf courses in our conversation with Bjarni Hannesson, course manager at Ness Golf Club in Iceland, and Erwan Le Cocq, head greenkeeper and robot technology specialist from Winston Golf Resort in Germany.
Jan 20, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Learn about the latest research and techniques to reduce the risk of winter injury with Dr. Mike Richardson on warm-season grasses (0:00-29:00) and Dr. Kevin Frank on cool-season turf (29:00-End).
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Listen as USGA CEO Mike Whan talks about his experiences in course maintenance (he got electrocuted), the big issues facing golf courses and how he wants the USGA to help.
Nov 18, 2021•26 min
Our latest podcast is an update on course care issues around the country from our USGA agronomists. Topics include pests, labor challenges and the high cost of products.
Oct 15, 2021•30 min
On this podcast, we talk about the art and science of tee design with golf course architect Andy Staples. Location, sizing, construction, and dealing with stigmas about tees are all covered.
Sep 02, 2021•49 min
Learn how Dr. Doug Soldat, USGA agronomist Brian Whitlark, and others are developing a standardized and improved way to measure putting green organic matter.
Aug 06, 2021•36 min
In our latest podcast episode, USGA agronomists from across the country discuss strategies they’re seeing and recommending that can help courses withstand hot weather and heavy play.
Jul 01, 2021•33 min
Take a behind-the-scenes look at course setup and conditions for the U.S. Women’s Open with Shannon Rouillard from the USGA and the Olympic Club’s director of golf maintenance, Troy Flanagan.
Jun 02, 2021•38 min
Scioto Country Club is about to undergo a large-scale course renovation. Superintendent Bob Becker gives us detailed insight into the plans and what to expect when the work is complete.
May 07, 2021•34 min
In the first episode of our new Green Section podcast, we discuss the benefits of data collection in golf course maintenance with Jared Nemitz, director of golf course and grounds at the Ford Field & River Club and Paul Jacobs, USGA agronomist in the Central Region.
Mar 31, 2021•36 min•Ep. 1
The Green Section Podcast will be published throughout the year as we speak with USGA agronomists, superintendents, researchers, and industry stakeholders about important maintenance topics and the latest trends in the turfgrass industry.
Feb 24, 2021•42 sec