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Introducing the Turfheads Guide to Grilling

1 day ago Golf NewsGrilling, Guide, Introducing, Turfheads


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Golf Course Industry and AQUA-AID Solutions are cooking up a flavor-filled, hunger-satisfying and engaging program for golf maintenance professionals.

To honor the connectivity and creativity demonstrated through grilling, smoking and barbecuing, we’re introducing the “Turfheads Guide to Grilling.” The program begins immediately and is designed to inspire turfheads to celebrate the camaraderie outdoor cooking provides. 

We’re encouraging industry professionals everywhere to share glamour shots of food on a grill or serving plates, cooking videos, team-bonding images, recipes, and tips. Participating in the program is easy. Use #TurfheadsGrilling and tag @GCIMagazine and @Solutions4Turf on social media posts. If social media isn’t your thing, you can email images, recipes and tips to Golf Course Industry editor-in-chief Guy Cipriano (gcipriano@gie.net), managing editor Matt LaWell (mlawell@gie.net) or national sales manager Russ Warner (rwarner@gie.net).

Materials will be collected throughout the year and shared in a printed “Turfheads Guide to Grilling” insert in the December Turfheads Take Over issue of Golf Course Industry. Industry professionals whose materials are chosen for the printed guide will be eligible to win a team cookout in 2022. 

“AQUA-AID Solutions is proud to partner with Golf Course Industry on the Turfhead Grilling campaign,” AQUA-AID Solutions President Sam Green says. “During 2020 we all valued cooking and family dinners more than ever. A unique set of circumstances allowed us to have time to be more creative, and cooking and sharing these experiences seemed to allow a sense of normalcy. I know with my own family we had a lot of fun creating new meals. The turf world is closely connected and the cookbook allows turf managers around the globe to come together in a relaxed fun-filled platform. I, for one, am looking forward to the banter back and forth between turfies during this campaign."

Look for more grilling-themed conversation throughout the year on the Off the Course podcast, Golf Course Industry and AQUA-AID Solutions websites, Fast & Firm enewsletter, and Twitter and Facebook using #TurfheadsGrilling.

“We’re absolutely pumped to begin this program with our friends at AQUA-AID Solutions,” Cipriano says. “It’s no secret turfheads enjoy the process and results of grilling. Creating a team-first culture has never been more important in the golf industry and cookouts are an important part of building that culture. We’re encouraging our audience to share the details of this program with everybody on their team. The goal is to get a far-reaching collection of recipes and ideas from various parts of the United States and beyond. Who knows? Maybe you’ll gain an idea or two to add zing to your team or family meals.”         

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2020: A year when golf numbers soared

2 days ago Golf NewsGolf, Numbers, soared, Year

olf Datatech unveiled the 2020 National Golf Performance Report, a first-of-its kind annual report analyzing rounds played and retail equipment sales in the U.S. 

 

The report indicates rounds increased by 13.9 percent and equipment sales increased by 10.1 percent over 2019. The increase in rounds is the largest total year increase since Golf Datatech began collecting and projecting rounds played in 1998, topping the previous largest increase of 5.7 percent in 2012. The 10.1 percent improvement in retail sales surpassed the previous all-time high percentage gain of 10 percent in 2005.  

 

Fueled by a combination of avid players, newcomers and infrequent golfers, 2020 demand for all things golf surged during the second half of the year. The 2020 spending reached near record levels, as overall golf equipment sales eclipsed $2.81 billion, the third highest annual total of all-time, trailing behind only 2008 ($2.91 billion) and 2007 ($2.87 billion).

 

“While the global pandemic wreaked havoc on many segments of our economy, the golf industry experienced a significant boost in rounds played and equipment sales,” said John Krzynowek, partner, Golf Datatech. “On the equipment side, sales increased by low single digits in both 2018 and 2019, but the double-digit gains in 2020 can only be attributed to the pandemic and golf being a respite for so many.”

 

December rounds played soared 37 percent higher than a year ago, led by a strong showing in warm-weather markets which are the primary driver of golf during the winter months, along with some incremental increases in markets that would typically have minimal activity due to cold weather.  

 

In 1998, Golf Datatech started creating the golf industry’s first monthly projections of rounds played by state and region around the country. The company’s objective from day one was to provide accurate estimates of the health of golf by tracking rounds, which are the engine that drives almost every other aspect of the business. The company also receives support from the National Golf Foundation (delivering course data) and WeatherTrends (weather data) in an effort to provide the industry with granular detail at the market level. 

 

“We’ve never seen an annual increase remotely close to this, as the previous record increase occurred in 2012, a year when we had nearly perfect weather across much of the United States and rounds played grew by 5.7 percent,” Krzynowek said. “While there is no doubt that the pandemic provided a positive jolt of energy to the golf business in 2020, a warmer and drier climate across broad swaths of the U.S. also generated more potential tee times, which the golf community passionately consumed … and continued to ask for more.”

 

Krzynowek added, “Golf has fared better than many other U.S. industries during the pandemic, as on-course and off-course facilities effectively adapted their operations to accommodate customers, while adhering to CDC, local and national health departments guidelines. Overall, the golf industry can be proud of how it has handled the adversity brought on by the pandemic thus far but must always be aware that until a vaccine is distributed, and broad-based immunity is present, we must all continue to be on guard.” 

 

While rounds played and equipment sales experienced sharp increases in 2020, apparel sales went the other direction and dropped by 14.2 percent. Golf apparel is predominantly sold thru on-course golf shops, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, many pro shops were not fully operational for several months. Additionally, a lack of international travel and lockdowns during the critical spring season in warm weather markets had a detrimental impact on many resorts, which sell a significant amount of logoed golf apparel. Added together, these factors all weighed heavily on the green grass golf apparel business.

 

Despite the decline in on-course sales, apparel sales at off-course specialty outlets, particularly those with a strong online presence, enjoyed significant growth in 2020. Moreover, the last two months of the year saw total apparel sales up 11 percent, a hopeful sign heading into 2021.  

 

“Combining equipment and apparel sales thru the on and off-course channels, total consumer demand in dollars for golf product was 3.2% higher than in 2019,” Krzynowek said. “Given the state of the golf economy in late spring, anything in positive territory had to be considered a big win, and December data continues to impress and suggest the business may still have room to run in early 2021.


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Golf Genius Software partners with SchedulePop

3 days ago Golf NewsGenius, Golf, Partners, SchedulePop, software

Sod Solutions announced Mark Kann has accepted the position of Florida territory manager. He will begin employment in February, bringing over 25 years of experience in the turfgrass industry to the company. For the past 14 years, Mann has run the turf research facility for the University of Florida Plant Science Research and Education Unit in Citra, Florida.

“Mark Kann brings both an extensive professional background and impressive educational credentials into his new role within the Florida turfgrass market,” Sod Solutions President Tobey Wagner said. “He has clearly demonstrated his interest and expertise to work with producers throughout the region as a sod professional and will be a resource for Sod Solutions. We are excited to welcome Mark as our new Florida territory manager.”

Kann holds a bachelor of science degree in turfgrass science and a master of science degree in horticulture sciences from the University of Florida. In his master’s program, Kann minored in agricultural education & communication and agronomy, with a research focus on evaluating educational programs.

During his time as the coordinator of research programs at the UF Plant Science Research and Educational Unit, Kann managed numerous research projects involving turfgrass, ornamentals and greenhouse production.

“We are confident that Mark’s skills, background and personal values will prove to be great additions to our existing team,” Sod Solutions COO Christian Broucqsault said.

Prior to his role at the University of Florida, Kann served as both golf course superintendent and Assistant Superintendent at several golf clubs in Florida. These positions allowed Kann to learn the management of golf courses, to include irrigation, fertilizer and pesticide applications, planning, maintenance and more.

“When I moved to Florida 25 years ago, I wanted a job on a golf course so I could play free golf,” Kann said. “I started working in golf course maintenance and quickly moved up from raking bunkers to becoming a pesticide technician within a couple of years. It was an exciting time for golf with Tiger Woods preparing to join the PGA, but also the beginning of environmentalists questioning the negative environmental impacts of golf course maintenance.”

Since then his passion for designing environmentally friendly golf courses expanded and changed his major from landscape architecture to environmental science while attending UF. Soon after changing his major, he met Ron Garl, a golf course architect, who gave him hope of designing golf courses himself one day. But, when the economy crashed and golf course construction halted, Kann embraced the golf course maintenance path and eventually research.

Kann has received numerous awards and scholarships from Florida horticulture and turfgrass entities and has held numerous leadership roles.

“I have been extremely active in the turfgrass industry throughout my career, serving on the board of directors of several allied associations including the Florida Golf Course Superintendents Association (FGCSA), Florida Turfgrass Association (FTGA) and the Seven Rivers Golf Course Superintendents Association (SRGCSA),” he said.

He served as president of both the FGCSA and SRGCSA and was FGCSA Education/BMP Committee Chair for nearly a decade. “I played an integral role in helping to create the FGCSA Golf BMP Certification Program which was nationally recognized by the GCSAA for its importance to government relations,” Kann added.

Kann has been able to work closely with researchers to see the good, bad and ugly of turfgrass research. In the golf course industry, he could diagnose the problems with grasses but in research, he was often restricted on what could be done to resolve issues.

“Many of the breeding trials restricted the use of fungicides and insecticides, so I just had to sit back sometimes and let nature take its course,” he said. “However, this provided me the opportunity to see many grasses thrive under minimal inputs and recognize its importance in helping to reduce negative environmental impacts.”

Kann has work on projects with Sod Solutions for the past 14 years during his role at Florida.

“I have always been impressed with the company’s mission, products and employees,” he said. “I have seen them continue to grow and expand as a company and promote environmentally friendly turfgrasses which is something I feel very strongly about. I see this position as another great opportunity to serve the industry and share my passion, knowledge and experience of turfgrass.”

He will begin his position as Florida territory manager the second week of February 2021.


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Renovation completed at Dalton Golf & Country Club

4 days ago Golf Newsclub, Completed, Country, Dalton, Golf, Renovation

Sod Solutions announced Mark Kann has accepted the position of Florida territory manager. He will begin employment in February, bringing over 25 years of experience in the turfgrass industry to the company. For the past 14 years, Mann has run the turf research facility for the University of Florida Plant Science Research and Education Unit in Citra, Florida.

“Mark Kann brings both an extensive professional background and impressive educational credentials into his new role within the Florida turfgrass market,” Sod Solutions President Tobey Wagner said. “He has clearly demonstrated his interest and expertise to work with producers throughout the region as a sod professional and will be a resource for Sod Solutions. We are excited to welcome Mark as our new Florida territory manager.”

Kann holds a bachelor of science degree in turfgrass science and a master of science degree in horticulture sciences from the University of Florida. In his master’s program, Kann minored in agricultural education & communication and agronomy, with a research focus on evaluating educational programs.

During his time as the coordinator of research programs at the UF Plant Science Research and Educational Unit, Kann managed numerous research projects involving turfgrass, ornamentals and greenhouse production.

“We are confident that Mark’s skills, background and personal values will prove to be great additions to our existing team,” Sod Solutions COO Christian Broucqsault said.

Prior to his role at the University of Florida, Kann served as both golf course superintendent and Assistant Superintendent at several golf clubs in Florida. These positions allowed Kann to learn the management of golf courses, to include irrigation, fertilizer and pesticide applications, planning, maintenance and more.

“When I moved to Florida 25 years ago, I wanted a job on a golf course so I could play free golf,” Kann said. “I started working in golf course maintenance and quickly moved up from raking bunkers to becoming a pesticide technician within a couple of years. It was an exciting time for golf with Tiger Woods preparing to join the PGA, but also the beginning of environmentalists questioning the negative environmental impacts of golf course maintenance.”

Since then his passion for designing environmentally friendly golf courses expanded and changed his major from landscape architecture to environmental science while attending UF. Soon after changing his major, he met Ron Garl, a golf course architect, who gave him hope of designing golf courses himself one day. But, when the economy crashed and golf course construction halted, Kann embraced the golf course maintenance path and eventually research.

Kann has received numerous awards and scholarships from Florida horticulture and turfgrass entities and has held numerous leadership roles.

“I have been extremely active in the turfgrass industry throughout my career, serving on the board of directors of several allied associations including the Florida Golf Course Superintendents Association (FGCSA), Florida Turfgrass Association (FTGA) and the Seven Rivers Golf Course Superintendents Association (SRGCSA),” he said.

He served as president of both the FGCSA and SRGCSA and was FGCSA Education/BMP Committee Chair for nearly a decade. “I played an integral role in helping to create the FGCSA Golf BMP Certification Program which was nationally recognized by the GCSAA for its importance to government relations,” Kann added.

Kann has been able to work closely with researchers to see the good, bad and ugly of turfgrass research. In the golf course industry, he could diagnose the problems with grasses but in research, he was often restricted on what could be done to resolve issues.

“Many of the breeding trials restricted the use of fungicides and insecticides, so I just had to sit back sometimes and let nature take its course,” he said. “However, this provided me the opportunity to see many grasses thrive under minimal inputs and recognize its importance in helping to reduce negative environmental impacts.”

Kann has work on projects with Sod Solutions for the past 14 years during his role at Florida.

“I have always been impressed with the company’s mission, products and employees,” he said. “I have seen them continue to grow and expand as a company and promote environmentally friendly turfgrasses which is something I feel very strongly about. I see this position as another great opportunity to serve the industry and share my passion, knowledge and experience of turfgrass.”

He will begin his position as Florida territory manager the second week of February 2021.


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Keisers, Doak team up to restore Lido in Wisconsin sand dunes

5 days ago Golf NewsDoak, Dunes, Keisers, Lido, restore, Sand, team, Wisconsin

Sod Solutions announced Mark Kann has accepted the position of Florida territory manager. He will begin employment in February, bringing over 25 years of experience in the turfgrass industry to the company. For the past 14 years, Mann has run the turf research facility for the University of Florida Plant Science Research and Education Unit in Citra, Florida.

“Mark Kann brings both an extensive professional background and impressive educational credentials into his new role within the Florida turfgrass market,” Sod Solutions President Tobey Wagner said. “He has clearly demonstrated his interest and expertise to work with producers throughout the region as a sod professional and will be a resource for Sod Solutions. We are excited to welcome Mark as our new Florida territory manager.”

Kann holds a bachelor of science degree in turfgrass science and a master of science degree in horticulture sciences from the University of Florida. In his master’s program, Kann minored in agricultural education & communication and agronomy, with a research focus on evaluating educational programs.

During his time as the coordinator of research programs at the UF Plant Science Research and Educational Unit, Kann managed numerous research projects involving turfgrass, ornamentals and greenhouse production.

“We are confident that Mark’s skills, background and personal values will prove to be great additions to our existing team,” Sod Solutions COO Christian Broucqsault said.

Prior to his role at the University of Florida, Kann served as both golf course superintendent and Assistant Superintendent at several golf clubs in Florida. These positions allowed Kann to learn the management of golf courses, to include irrigation, fertilizer and pesticide applications, planning, maintenance and more.

“When I moved to Florida 25 years ago, I wanted a job on a golf course so I could play free golf,” Kann said. “I started working in golf course maintenance and quickly moved up from raking bunkers to becoming a pesticide technician within a couple of years. It was an exciting time for golf with Tiger Woods preparing to join the PGA, but also the beginning of environmentalists questioning the negative environmental impacts of golf course maintenance.”

Since then his passion for designing environmentally friendly golf courses expanded and changed his major from landscape architecture to environmental science while attending UF. Soon after changing his major, he met Ron Garl, a golf course architect, who gave him hope of designing golf courses himself one day. But, when the economy crashed and golf course construction halted, Kann embraced the golf course maintenance path and eventually research.

Kann has received numerous awards and scholarships from Florida horticulture and turfgrass entities and has held numerous leadership roles.

“I have been extremely active in the turfgrass industry throughout my career, serving on the board of directors of several allied associations including the Florida Golf Course Superintendents Association (FGCSA), Florida Turfgrass Association (FTGA) and the Seven Rivers Golf Course Superintendents Association (SRGCSA),” he said.

He served as president of both the FGCSA and SRGCSA and was FGCSA Education/BMP Committee Chair for nearly a decade. “I played an integral role in helping to create the FGCSA Golf BMP Certification Program which was nationally recognized by the GCSAA for its importance to government relations,” Kann added.

Kann has been able to work closely with researchers to see the good, bad and ugly of turfgrass research. In the golf course industry, he could diagnose the problems with grasses but in research, he was often restricted on what could be done to resolve issues.

“Many of the breeding trials restricted the use of fungicides and insecticides, so I just had to sit back sometimes and let nature take its course,” he said. “However, this provided me the opportunity to see many grasses thrive under minimal inputs and recognize its importance in helping to reduce negative environmental impacts.”

Kann has work on projects with Sod Solutions for the past 14 years during his role at Florida.

“I have always been impressed with the company’s mission, products and employees,” he said. “I have seen them continue to grow and expand as a company and promote environmentally friendly turfgrasses which is something I feel very strongly about. I see this position as another great opportunity to serve the industry and share my passion, knowledge and experience of turfgrass.”

He will begin his position as Florida territory manager the second week of February 2021.


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Kristen Spotz joins RISE as senior director of regulatory affairs

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RISE has hired Kristen Spotz as its senior director of regulatory affairs. She joins the association with a strong regulatory and technical background, along with manufacturing experience of various Food and Drug Administration products, where she specialized in quality control and quality engineering.

In her new position, Spotz will be responsible for RISE’s regulatory work, which includes providing strategic oversight for the development, implementation and management of effective policy strategies and tactics, and serving as the staff lead for the association’s regulatory affairs committee.

“Kristen’s nearly 16 years’ experience in regulatory affairs makes her a great addition to our staff,” RISE President Megan Provost said. “She’ll enable our association to proactively and productively engage with federal- and state-level regulatory agencies and our member volunteers on regulatory priorities in the specialty pesticides and fertilizer industry.”

Prior to joining RISE, Spotz worked as the manager of regulatory affairs at the Consumer Brands Association, formerly known as the Grocery Manufacturers Association, which represents food, beverage and consumer packaged goods companies.

She served as the staff liaison for CBA’s Regulatory Inspection Compliance Committee and the Food Allergen Committee. Kristen was part of a team that managed numerous member-driven working groups that developed comments to the FDA on the Food Safety Modernization Act, the largest food safety regulation in more than 70 years.

Spotz grew up along the Florida coastline and earned a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from the University of Central Florida. She’s a member of the Herndon Rotary Club and serves as treasurer of her homeowners’ association.

Kristen is based in the new RISE headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.  ]]>


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