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Rob DiFranco served as an Managing Editor for Golfdom Magazine, utilizing his BA in Journalism from Kent State University, and past experience as a sports reporter for The Morning Journal of Lorain, OH.

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Experts say turfgrass production, vital for golf, is more volatile than ever Posted on 11 Sep 2023 in the Featured & From the Magazine categories.

With unusual weather influencing grass seed production, seed prices become unstable. See what some experts have to say. Read more»

Turf Pest of the Month: How to stay on top of ABW outbreaks Posted on 18 Aug 2023 in the From the Magazine & Turf Pest of the Month categories.

An Ohio superintendent shares why it’s important to keep your cool when dealing with ABW. Read more»

Behind the scenes at the Kaulig Companies Championship Posted on 07 Aug 2023 in the From the Magazine & Golfdom TV & Home Video & People & Tour Guide categories.

Associate Editor Rob DiFranco goes on the green to chat with Larry Napora, director of golf course maintenance, and Tim Gruber, South Course superintendent at Firestone Country Club, all things Kaulig Companies Championship. Read more»

How the Boeing Classic Super Ryan Gordon found his way into turfgrass management Posted on 07 Aug 2023 in the From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

Ryan Gordon, superintendent at The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge, started as a business major in college, but found his way to turfgrass management soon after. Read more»

The agronomy crew at Firestone CC and how they prepare for the Kaulig Companies Championship Posted on 23 Jul 2023 in the From the Magazine & Golfdom TV & Home Video & People & Tour Guide & Video categories.

Associate Editor Rob DiFranco goes on the green to chat with Larry Napora and Tim Gruber from the agronomy team at Firestone CC. Read more»

Young, wild and bee(s): How native areas and pollinators can benefit a course Posted on 17 Jul 2023 in the Featured & From the Magazine categories.

Members of the industry share why native areas and pollinators, such as honeybees, are a natural partnership that could be a win for all involved. Read more»