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Overcoming Greenkeeper Staff Shortages

The industry’s struggle with staff shortages isn’t just a statistic; it’s a reality that affects the quality of golf courses and the well-being of the maintenance teams. Leaders like Jim Croxton of the BIGGA and Tom Brooke of the GCMA have brought to light the crucial need for support in this sector. They speak of a workforce contemplating a shift away from the greens, a sign that calls for immediate and thoughtful action.

Unveiling the ‘Lightweight Turf Rolling’ Time Capsule

The origins of rolling can be traced back to a time when the very concept of golf course maintenance was in its infancy. In the 1700s, mechanical smoothing through rolling was one of the earliest cultural practices, predating even mowing. Initially, heavy manually pushed rollers, hand-carved from stone, were used. It wasn't until the mid-1880s that lightweight, manually pushed wooden rollers found their way onto putting greens.

The Art of Rolling: Unveiling the Green's Symphony

Beyond the lush greens and dazzling fairways of golf tournaments lies a realm of dedication and expertise that can’t be praised enough – the world of agronomy teams. These heroes are the custodians of the golf course, the silent architects behind the scenes, ensuring that the stage for the world's most prestigious tournaments is nothing short of perfection.

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Celebrating Our Golf Course Guardians

At Tru-Turf, our commitment to a human-centric approach goes hand in hand with our dedication to golf course superintendents and their agronomy teams. Let's explore more ways we can express our gratitude and support their remarkable work.

Tru-Turf Super Series: Episode 6

Tru-Turf General Manager Nick Thornton catches up with Longboat Key Golf Club's Director of Agronomy/Superintendent John Reilly in the sixth episode of Tru-Turf's Super Series. John discusses the benefits of rolling on Tru-Turf rollers, recounts his journey with Paspalum grass and talks about his life on turf in general.

Tru-Turf Super Series: Episode 5

Tru-Turf General Manager Nick Thornton catches up with Old Sandwich Golf Club’s Noah Goldstein in the fifth episode of Tru-Turf's Super Series.

Tru-Turf Super Series: Episode 4

Tru-Turf General Manager Nick Thornton catches up with Royal St. George's Golf Club Superintendent Paul Larsen in the fourth episode of Tru-Turf's Super Series.

Tru-Turf Super Series: Episode 3

Tru-Turf General Manager Nick Thornton catches up with Cypress Point Golf Club's Intern Billy Burnley in the third episode of Tru-Turf's Super Series.

Tru-Turf Super Series: Episode 2

Tru-Turf General Manager Nick Thornton catches up with Royal Adelaide Golf Club's Superintendent Nathan Bennett in the second episode of Tru-Turf's Super Series.

Tru-Turf Super Series: Episode 1

To launch the series, we catch-up with Cluster Director of Agronomy for Troon Golf in Dubai, Jordan Fairweather.