Winter injury on warm-season turf (like this zoysiagrass) is widespread in the transition zone. Weather hasn't been ideal for recovery and affected courses are trying to decide between waiting for turf to heal or resodding damaged areas. Unfortunately, there's no easy answer.

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Our friends Global Golf Post highlighted the critical role played by Darin Bevard in helping courses prepare for USGA championships. We're proud to have him on our team 👇

Congratulations to Zach Reineking Zach Reineking on earning the E.J. Marshall Platter for outstanding partnership preparing Erin Hills Golf for a great U.S. Women's Open. A well-deserved honor for Zach, his staff, and all the volunteers!

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Most courses want firm greens, but that's not always easy to accomplish with all the variables involved. USGA senior director of championship agronomy Darin Bevard explains the key factors, how they interact, and how to improve putting green firmness in the short & long term 👇

This was the longest putt made by any player THE ENTIRE WEEK! Unbelievable finish from J.J. Spaun.

Not repairing ball marks = 😡 But proper technique is key!

Extreme heat and humidity will be affecting a big part of the U.S. this week and golf course superintendents will be playing defense. If you notice some temporary changes in playing conditions, remember that slow grass is better than no grass!

Heavy summer rains and bunker washouts often go hand in hand. While we can’t control the weather, golf courses can reduce the risk of washouts by investing in some key improvements 👇

A quick transition from a cool and rainy spring to hot summer weather means many courses in the Northeast have weaker turf than they’d like. Exercising caution now will help courses stay in good shape through the months ahead 👇

There's a lot more to good greens than just speed 👇

The bench at the PPDL was all mine today. If struggling to keep cool season grass healthy in 90+ F temps with 75+ F dew points, rest assured you are not alone!

It's been a tough summer so far and plenty of courses have areas of dead grass. Take advantage of any opportunities for recovery and think about improvements that could reduce the risk of problems in the future 👇

As part of his Green Section internship, Jason Todd has been helping with data collection this week Bandon Dunes during the U.S. Women's Amateur. Applications for next year's program open on September 15th, to learn more 👉bit.ly/3H4P6I1

Fall armyworms are making their presence known following the near-constant rainfall over the last two weeks. Check out and contribute to the Interactive Fall Armyworm Map! ncturfbugs.wordpress.ncsu.edu/interactive-fa…

Four newly certified superintendents join the 15 that renewed in July! Happy to see it. Congratulations! GCSAA is here to help if you want to join this esteemed group:  bit.ly/gcsaa-cgcs

Large patch already becoming active on zoysiagrass in Arkansas. ⁦Mike Richardson⁩

It’s not unusual for naturalized areas to get overgrown by the end of a stressful summer as staff time has been focused on primary playing areas. As the weather cools, there will be more time to catch up on managing weeds and density 👇

After a long summer of heavy play, some tees are definitely showing the scars. There are several key factors that drive divot recovery and a few easy ways for golfers to help the healing process 👇