r/Turfmanagement

Would it be possible to use a fine topdressing of compost (maybe spaced but regular applications) on turf for golf without serious repercussions? Is it too much of a risk for introducing pathogens and fungus? Does the compost need to be pulverized to maintain playability? Would a wide application of compost tea be possible?

TL;DR, is it possible to use compost as a regular treatment on turf used for golf, or other sports?

Removed tons of dirt from back yard, laser leveled for a flat surface with 1% slope and had 1400 sqft of tiftuf sod installed 11 days ago which was rolled after install. Now at the 11 day mark my sod is wavy/bumpy and looks like the surface of the moon. Hoping to hear its part of the initial normal rooting process, but my luck is never good. Any thoughts/suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

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Zone 10A, Lemin Grove, Ca

I'm halfway through removing 40 sqm of sodden clay filled buffalo lawn and my back is hating me. Im committed to finishing as my technique keeps improving but when i include tip runs, it'll be two full days of hard labour.

Those who do this regularly, what size job is the tipping point where its worth the time and cost of hiring a turf cutter instead of manual removal?

Hello all, I’ve been going through some rough times lately and have started to rethink about maybe doin something else with something I love more, golf. I am currently a student at a local cc to become a pilot, but the life is seemingly becoming far too stressful for me. Although I have no experience working for a grounds crew, I’d love to (I’m pretty sure atleast), as I always liked working with my hands and have a great attention to detail to make something look great. Anyways here are some q’s I have.

Are there any online programs or colleges that I should look into? I’ve heard penn state and lots of others but that depends on cost and if I can do them online.

How much can I reasonably look at making with a turf grass degree and maybe a job in the future as an assistant super or super?

Thanks everyone and give me all ya got on the industry

Hey all,

I'm not a superintendent — I'm a university student building a software tool for golf course turf management, and I've realized I've been building it based on assumptions instead of talking to the professionals who actually do the work.

I'm not here to sell anything. I genuinely just want to understand your world better. A few things I'd love your honest take on:

• What's the most tedious or frustrating part of your daily/weekly routine that you wish was easier?
• When you're diagnosing a problem on a green — disease, drought, whatever — what do you actually rely on? Experience, lab tests, gut, asking someone?
• What turf tech or software have you tried that was useless or annoying, and why? (This is the most useful thing for me to hear.)
• If a tool could save you time on one thing, what would you want it to be?

I’m currently 22 years old and have completed one year of school. I know that turf management is what I want to do but i’m unsure of which type of degree is best for me/this industry. I plan on attending NC State no matter which route I take and I’ve heard good things about their associates program. The career I want to get in is the golf course route. Which degree level would you recommend pursuing?

Currently pressure wash with an enzyme shampoo but still get a wiff of dog piss every now and then.

Hi, for a long time I’v been thinking about taking my nordic self to a new place carrier and life wise. I’m 24 years old and have been working in the industry (golf) for almost a decade. I’v gone to school for greenkeeping and I’m about to start in a superintendent’s program.

In the ten years working I’ve done quite a lot. Spraying, cutting, sharpening, irrigation (rainbird), planing, teaching the new guys and now I’v been working on automation and robotics for golf courses.

For now my plan is to do the superintendent program and after that I’m looking to go abroad and hopefully enroll to a superintendent program there.

My question for the guys in the US, how is the job market right now? I’m not looking for superintendent jobs or even assistant positions. Would love to continue working in robotics and automation.

Also with my skills would courses consider me and help me to move in to the US, insted of recruiting inside the states. Preferably would love to work on a course that hosts big tournaments (PGA, LIV, DP).

Would love know if I even have a chance making it in the US. Any tips on how to get into to the industry in the US would be greatly appreciated. Also recommendations on superintendents would be nice!

Hey everyone,

Are any of the sports fields guys using TDR at all? If so I’m wondering how many sports fields you manage? How often you’re taking readings?

I’m thinking of adding one to my arsenal but trying to figure out how to implement it to get the most out of it.

Any input would be great as I’ve never used a TDR.