FieldTurf, an artificial turf installer, has launched two new platforms to connect members with experts. The FieldTurf Expert Network allows users to book private meetings with a collection of leading FieldTurf experts, specialized in a variety of topics like logo design, construction, cooling technology, maintenance and more. Meetings can be booked directly online. “Our team is proud to not only focus on... read more
The nomination process for STMA’s most prestigious awards, the founders, is open. These awards are named in honor of STMA’s four early leaders: George Toma, Dick Ericson, William Daniel and Harry Gill. Each award has its own criteria based on the founder’s characteristics. STMA said those interested in nominating someone should view the criteria for each award and download the form online... read more
Project EverGreen, Exmark Manufacturing, the Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) and The Foundation for Safer Athletic Fields for Everyone (SAFE) have joined forces for the 2020 “Our Winning Green Space” contest. This marks the fourth year of the partnership between these industry leaders. Municipal parks and recreation departments, public works departments and nonprofit agencies may enter the contest for a chance at winning... read more
The Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) will transition to a virtual event, held Jan. 12-14, 2021. “After much deliberation and consultation with members, peer organizations and Palm Springs Convention Center executives, the STMA board of directors has determined that its annual conference and exhibition is unable to be held in person,” the association said in a statement. The virtual conference... read more
The Turf & Ornamental Communicators Association (TOCA) and Project EverGreen recognized Karen Reardon, vice president of public affairs for Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment (RISE), as the recipient of the 2020 TOCA Environmental Communicator of the Year Award. The award, which recognizes individuals for outstanding communications efforts regarding publicly managed green space and environmental issues, was presented during this... read more
