Tag: USGA

Course of the Week: Pinehurst’s No. 8 course reopens following agronomic remastering

September 14, 2022 By Golfdom Staff

Pinehurst's No. 8 course reopened Sept. 2, following agronomic and infrastructure enhancements, including the addition of new Tifeagle greens and more. ...

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World Golf Hall of Fame moving to Pinehurst in 2024

August 29, 2022 By Golfdom staff

Golfdom's founder, Herb Graffis, was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1977. Now, more than 40 years later, he's finding a new home. ...

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GCSAA COO Bob Randquist announces retirement after nearly 50 years in the industry

August 17, 2022 By Golfdom staff

Bob Randquist, CGCS, the chief operating officer for the GCSAA, has announced he will retire on October 15 after nearly 50 years in the golf industry. ...

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Off the Record: USGA’s contributions address environmental issues

August 11, 2022 By Mike Kenna, Ph.D.

Research Editor Mike Kenna discusses how the USGA and its research efforts have benefited the golf industry over the last few decades. ...

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Bob Farren, director of golf course and grounds management, Pinehurst Resort and CC, N.C. (Photo: Bob Farren)

Q&A with Anuvia Legend Bob Farren

August 8, 2022 By Seth Jones

Anuvia Legend Bob Farren discusses this month’s Adaptive Championship, surviving summer and the latest on USGA’s partnership with Pinehurst Resort. ...

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The importance of soil moisture meter accuracy in saline soils

July 28, 2022 By Mike Kenna, Ph.D.

Measuring soil moisture with time domain reflectometry (TDR) sensors can aid turfgrass water conservation efforts and improve playing conditions. ...

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