USGA Green Section Regional Updates & Webcasts

Regional Updates

Northeast Region: Approaching the Eleventh Hour

Before long, spring cleanup mode will begin, however, the transition from winter to spring can be a source of concern for turf managers.
http://www.usga.org/course_care/regional_updates/regional_reports/northeast/Approaching-The-Eleventh-Hour—February-2010/

North Central Region: Sometimes, the Best Surprise is None at All

With course officials and golfers more easily accessible than ever, it is important to inform them of the potential for less-than-ideal course conditions for the start of the golf season.

http://www.usga.org/course_care/regional_updates/regional_reports/northcentral/Sometimes,-The-Best-Surprise-Is-None-At-All—February-2010/

Mid-Atlantic Region: Records Are Meant to be Broken!

With record snowfall in much of the region, turf managers must be prepared for when the snow begins to melt.

http://www.usga.org/course_care/regional_updates/regional_reports/midatlantic/Records-Are-Meant-To-Be-Broken!—February-2010/

Northwest Region: Mother Nature’s Mulligan – El Nino Starts Recovery of Greens

ThePacific Northwest has been hit with significant damage to Poa annua greens. As we move towards the month of March, the recovery process continues.

http://www.usga.org/RegionalUpdates.aspx?id=53850&fid=27065

Upcoming Green Section Webcasts

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Monday, February 22, 2010, 9:00 AM Pacific

Live Webcast! – Southwest Regional Update

Director Pat Gross and agronomist Brian Whitlark discuss a variety of topics impacting the southwest. This is the first of four webcasts designed to keep turfgrass managers in this region informed and up to date with what the USGA agronomists are seeing “on the ground”.

Topics include:
Coot Control Strategies
Update from the recent Kikuyugrass management summit
Gold, Silver and Bronze awards for the best turf tips from 2009
Reduce aeration events and win over golfers!

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Thursday, February 25th, 11:00 AM Eastern

Live Webcast! – The Green Section’s Favorite Gizmos, Gadgets, and Good Ideas – Part 1

This webcast will be an entertaining summary of some of the Green Section’s favorite gizmos, gadgets, and good ideas we have seen in our travels across the country. Designed for golf course superintendents, this will be the first of a series on this topic and will feature various Green Section agronomists. (Length: approximately 30 minutes).

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Thursday, March 11th, 11:00 AM Eastern

Live Webcast! Practical Dollar Spot Resistance Management

USGA Green Section agronomist Adam Moeller will discuss trends in dollar spot resistance and outline best management practices to avoid and cope with dollar spot resistance on fine turf. Length: 30 to 45 minutes with additional time for Q&A.

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Recent Green Section Webcast Recordings

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Aeration – Does Tine Size Matter?
This webcast was one of the best attended and definitely the most interactive in terms of questions and answers. Mid-Continent director Bud White delivered the presentation while USGA agronomists Adam Moeller, Keith Happ, Todd Lowe, Brian Whitlark, Larry Gilhuly, and Jim Moore all pitched in with their observations from across the country. The presentation is about 45 minutes with the Q&A lasting another 30 to 40 minutes.

https://www.livemeeting.com/cc/usga/view?id=B856SW-1

From the Fire to the Freezer

The weather pattern in the Pacific Northwest on the west side of the Cascade Mountain range is known for mild summers and winters. However, this was not the case this summer with pythium causing extensive damage to many courses. Now along comes winter with a very cold December and more turf loss. Get the latest from our USGA Green Section agronomist Larry Gilhuly and two golf course superintendents coping with the current situation and what to expect as the spring arrives. This webcast is a must for all golfers in the Pacific Northwest!
https://www.livemeeting.com/cc/usga/view?id=CDP6H3