Hai Phong, Vietnam: Vietnam-based graduates of the AGIF’s Certificate in Greenkeeping programme will take the game to new heights in one of the world’s fastest-growing golfing markets.
Rome, Italy: Four greenkeepers are nearing the end of a six-month work experience placement at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, this year’s Ryder Cup host.
Singapore: Jebsen & Jessen Technology Turf & Irrigation is launching a social media campaign to mark this year’s ‘Thank a Golf Course Superintendent Day’.
Kansas, United States: The global celebration of golf course ‘supers’ will kick-off on September 12 to align with more of the GCSAA’s international partners.
Kansas, United States: September 13 has been designated as international ‘Thank a Golf Course Superintendent Day’ for 2023.
Kansas, United States: The median total of maintained turfgrass acres on 18-hole US golf courses declined 3% between 2005 and 2021, according to survey data.
North Carolina, United States: Green Start Academy has opened its doors to new applicants looking to claim their spot in the 18th annual class of assistant superintendents.
Singapore: Sentosa Golf Club opened its doors to a select group of superintendents and golf staff from around the world at the inaugural LIV Golf Singapore.
Kansas, United States: Golf course superintendents and their teams are being recognised for the value they bring to their facilities and communities with salary increases.
Kansas, United States: Next month’s GCSAA Conference and Trade Show will feature a session on mental health and wellness for golf course management professionals.
Kansas, United States: John Newton, Superintendent of Veenker Memorial Golf Course at Iowa State University for 33 years, will receive the 2023 Colonel John Morley Award from the GCSAA.
Kansas, United States: Golf courses in America decreased the use of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium in 2021, compared with usage in 2006, according to survey data from the GCSAA.