SBGA 2012 Conference: Turf Update

More with Less;Turf Update 2012

How warm has it been?

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7 of 10 warmest years have occurred in this century that is now 12.75 years old.

School Grounds Issues

grasses

water management

soils

turf without pesticides

new tools

Capital Project?

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Economics of Thick Cut Sod0.60/ sq ft.

goal mouth is roughly 10 x 10100 sq ft

$60

does organic make sense for schools?

cost?real safety?

performance?