Are you ready for a MIOSHA Inspection?

Posted on May 23rd, 2019

There have been multiple reports of Golf Course inspections from MI Occupational Safety & Health around Michigan. The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration strives to work collaboratively with employers and employees to better prevent workplace injuries…

Eye On Detroit – First Green

Posted on May 16th, 2019

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Winterkill on golf course update from northern Michigan

Posted on May 15th, 2019

May 15, 2019 – Author: Kevin Frank, Michigan State University Extension, Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences

Last week, I toured several golf courses in northern Michigan that suffered winterkill. Ice cover appeared to be a problem again this year as many report…

May Michigan Golf Journal

Posted on May 9th, 2019

Pro Golf Tours Flood Michigan
Why Doesn’t My Course Look Like the One on TV?
MSU Golf Survives Cancer: TWICE
Tiger United U.S. In Masters Victory
Q&A with LPGA’S Brooke Henderson

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MSU Snow Mold Field Day, Friday April 26th

Posted on April 24th, 2019

March 19, 2019 Dear Turf Cooperators, It’s snow mold time again. We rated and photographed the Tree Tops snow mold study and were happy with the level of disease in the plot area. We have set the field plot viewing (“field day”) for Friday, April 26 for those of you who wish to attend. We will plan t…

GAM ANNUAL MEETING – Grand Traverse Resort’s Paul Galligan Receives Award of Merit

Posted on April 24th, 2019

DETROIT – Betty Woods describes herself as old school. “If somebody gives me the responsibility to do something, I follow through and complete it,” she said. “I’m never looking for accolades or to get patted on the back. I go do my job to the best of my ability.” Woods, 81 and a Grosse Ile re…

It’s Never Too Early To Begin Monitoring Soil Moisture, USGA Central Region Update

Posted on April 19th, 2019

Managing soil moisture levels is one of the most important responsibilities of turf managers. The need for judicious water management during hot, dry weather is obvious; but under certain circumstances, timely irrigation is equally important when winter transitions to spring. Many golf cours…

2019 Meijer LPGA Classic Volunteer Information

Posted on April 18th, 2019

The start of the 6th annual Meijer LPGA Classic is coming fast and we would appreciate your help preparing the course for the best female golfers in the world! This event’s success owes a great deal to the many volunteers that have helped us over the last four years. Please consider sharing your expe…

Controlling Annual Bluegrass Seedheads & Crabgrass Preemergence Application Timing

Posted on April 16th, 2019

Dr. Kevin W. Frank
Michigan State University

Thanks for your continued support of the Michigan Turfgrass Foundation. The mission of the Michigan Turfgrass Foundation is to support the research, teaching, and extension programs at Michigan State University. If you are not a member and are

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Dow GLBI Tournament Volunteer Form

Posted on April 16th, 2019

Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational The inaugural Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational will take place July 15-20, 2019 at Midland Country Club. Experience a week-long celebration unlike any other tournament on the LPGA tour. The world’s best female golfers will compete in a 72-hole, te…