STMA Innovative Product of the Year.

Back in January we showed at the STMA National Show in Long Beach, CA. We were awarded the STMA Innovative Product of the Year award for the turfplaner. This is truly an honor and we thank those who voted for us and those who have supported us through the entire development process.

Here’s a little background on the STMA Award:
In 2010, STMA's Innovative Awards Task Group developed an awards program to recognize STMA commercial member companies that improve the sports turf management profession.

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six steps to a smooth field

Did you know there are six easy steps to a smooth field? Using the right equipment by g2 turftools makes it easier than ever. Just follow the steps below and you will be on your way to a perfect field. These steps to a smooth field were provided by Pro Rain Irrigation Services, Inc.

step one

Prepare field by removing dew and firming soil using turfroller.

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Louisiana turfplaning service provider

On April 11 we delivered our fourth turfplaner to our service provider for the State of Louisiana. We are very excited to have Alternative Turfplaner set up and ready to go.

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prepping a softball field

Did you know that adding more seed in midseason can help lessen wear and tear on Bermuda grass turf? This is exactly what Paul Patterson of the University of Alabama Huntsville does to help keep their softball field in pristine condition throughout the season. Paul also shares a few other tips to help get your field looking good all season long.

It is always a challenge keeping an athletic field in top condition, here are some of the practices we use at UAH on our softball field to accomplish that. We overseed each fall with 16lbs of rye per 1000 square feet. During the season we add 2 lbs per 1000 more in mid March. Adding more seed in midseason helps fill in worn high traffic areas and lessens wear and tear on the Bermuda grass turf.

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