Golf Course Turf

Bitter cold and icy conditions during winter sometimes lead to the death of turfgrasses on golf courses, lawns, and sports turf.

Irrigation water quality is becoming an important issue for managers of golf courses, athletic fields, and institutional grounds in Pennsylvania.

The trend of establishing infrequently mowed grass stands, often referred to as naturalized grass stands or native areas, on Pennsylvania golf courses has been steadily growing over the last two decades.

Choosing the right bentgrass cultivar is critical for long-term performance of your putting surfaces.

Choosing the right cultivar or blend of cultivars for your particular situation is important for long-term performance of your fairways and tees.

In golf, successfully managed greens are often associated with speed. Speed alone, however, does not symbolize a good or healthy golf green.

The turfgrass industry offers high-paying, STEM-driven, hands-on careers with growing job demand, tech innovation, and degree options—perfect for students passionate about sports and science.