For the third year in a row, Churchill Downs is partnering with TruGreen to ensure the grass track is in top shape for the Kentucky Derby, which will be held May 4. TruGreen treats the turf track, located just inside the dirt track. Though not run on during the Kentucky Derby, the seven-furlong grass track is available for races throughout... read more
The Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS) will be accepting nominations from PGMS members for the 2019 awards. Nominations are now being accepted through Saturday, June 1. The awards include: Special Award of Distinguished Service – The PGMS Special Award of Distinguished Service recognizes outstanding service from a board or committee members, while all board and committee members are hardworking and committed... read more
SideKick USA sold two of its John Deere 1025 units to Urban Concepts Design, a company hired by Aspire Sports Turf to install the turf at the Al Wakhra Stadium, the future home of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Using the two units, Urban Concepts Design installed the entire playing surface — about 9,300 sq. yds. — in 9 hours... read more
Nufarm launched a new non-selective herbicide which is approved in 42 states, including the most recent additions of Indiana, Maine, Rhode Island and Hawaii. The product, Cheetah Pro, offers post-emergence control on the toughest weed and grass challenges, including those resistant to glyphosate and other herbicide classes. Its mode of action works quickly to control undesirable plant vegetation around ornamental trees, shrubs... read more
Aquatrols, manufacturer of soil surfactants and related technologies, has appointed Jay Lewis as its newest U.S. territory manager. In his new role, Lewis will be responsible for overseeing the company’s business in the Pacific Northwest region including western Canada and Hawaii. Lewis joins the Aquatrols team from Textron Specialized Vehicles where he worked most recently as its channel development manager.... read more
