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West Virginia complex goes natural

July 9, 2019

An interesting report by Derek Redd for HD Media out of Charleston, WV, details very well the challenges that go with opening natural grass fields at a busy sports complex: For

Help with engaging the media from SFMA

July 9, 2019

SFMA has been working with the public relations firm, Buffalo.Agency, since 2013 to advance the image of members and the profession. But, did you know that you have access to their expertise

Nebraska Turfgrass Research Day August 14

July 9, 2019

We want to publicize this event because we get a lot of great info to share with you via Roch Gaussoin, Professor and Extension Turfgrass Specialist, and Bill Kreuser, Assistant

New BMP available for IPM and pesticide management

July 2, 2019

EPA defines IPM (Integrated Pest Management) as “an effective and environmentally sensitive approach to pest management that relies on a combination of common-sense practices.” The primary objective of an IPM

Need SFMA members to vote for Conference education

July 2, 2019

Every year SFMA Conference attendees request repeat sessions. Now you have the chance to vote for the sessions you would like to see repeated. Click here to view the education

Still time to enter Start and Stripes Contest!

July 2, 2019

Entries have spanned the country from Corvallis, OR to the Sunshine State since we first launched this patriotic competition, says the SFMA. Entries can be submitted by clicking HERE through

Study shows dealers understand the benefits of propane

July 2, 2019

Outdoor power equipment dealers find propane-powered commercial mowers more favorable than comparable electric mowers, according to a recent survey conducted by the Propane Education & Research Council. Among the more than 125 individuals

Are you ready to manage marijuana in the workplace?

July 1, 2019

According to an article in Facility Executive, 46 states and Washington, DC have enacted legislation allowing the consumption of marijuana or Cannabidiol with or without prescriptions. More than one-third of

Bayer devotes funds to research glyphosate alternatives

July 1, 2019

Tim Loh, Naomi Kresge and Bloomberg, writing for Fortune, report that Bayer AG will pump about 5 billion euros ($5.6 billion) of its research and development budget into alternatives to its weedkiller glyphosate over

NCS4 Best Practice: Pedestrian flow

July 1, 2019

According to the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security at the University of Southern Mississippi: The flow of patrons coming into and out of events is something to be carefully considered.