Golf course management is undergoing a structural shift. Traditionally, greenkeeping has relied heavily on visual inspection, experience, and reactive maintenance. Today, a new class of AI-powered turf management platforms is introducing continuous monitoring, predictive agronomy, and precision resource…
Golf has long been scrutinized for its environmental footprint, the vast land areas it requires, intensive water use, and the chemical inputs required to keep playing surfaces in pristine condition. But the industry is at a genuine inflection…
Spain's real estate industry gathered on May 21 for the 23rd edition of the ASPRIMA-SIMA Awards, the sector's highest accolade, drawing nearly 500 executives, developers, and institutional figures. And the prize for the company making the most outstanding…
At a time when golf developers around the world are competing to create memorable destination experiences, few properties possess what Mena House has had for more than a century: genuine global singularity. Situated at the base of the…
Camiral's sweeping investment in course infrastructure, sustainability, and bespoke VIP experiences signals a new benchmark for European golf tourism — one that every resort on the continent should be watching closely. In the fiercely competitive world of high-end…
Quintero Golf Club, long celebrated as one of the Top 100 Public Courses in the United States, has reopened to public play after completing a multi-million-dollar renovation project. The five-month restoration effort, which began on June 2 and…
Today, when we think about building a new golf course or renovating an existing one, aesthetics is no longer the only expectation of golfers. Instead, courses are adapting in terms of shape, function, technology, and environmental responsibility. I…
It is essential to know that Bermuda grass species are well-suited to thrive in tropical, subtropical (e.g., Kauri Cliffs Golf Club is situated in Matauri Bay), and transitional climate zones, particularly within USDA hardiness zones 7 to 10.…
The golf industry is experiencing a remarkable transformation towards greener operations, especially in 2025. Data-driven resource management, wildlife-focused restoration, plastic reduction, and community-led conservation are becoming the new standard. With certifications like GEO leading the way, clubs are…
Tenia Workman, executive director of the Georgia Golf Course Superintendents Association, has been selected to receive the 2024 Outstanding Contribution Award from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). The Outstanding Contribution Award is given to an…
Camiral Golf & Wellness is actively seeking professional solutions to reduce the amount of irrigation water used on its golf courses without compromising the quality of its greens. Recently invested €1 million in new water reduction measures such…
In today's world, it is common to see golf clubs and resorts receiving GEO Certified accreditation. However, let's take a closer look at what they have done to support a worthy cause. It's important to take into account…
Over the past four years, significant changes have occurred at the Cedar Point Club. The club was named Cedar Point Club when it first opened in 1964 but then changed to Cedar Point Country Club in the mid-2000s.…
It's only 101 days left until the much-anticipated 2023 Ryder Cup takes place at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club. Back in May, I mentioned that Hilton was selected as the worldwide partner for the 2023 Ryder…
As you know, Le Golf National is the French Golf Federation's facility and the host venue of several international golf tournaments (e.g., 2018 Ryder Cup, 2024 Olympic Games, French Open, etc.). That's why I was very curious about,…
Water costs are one of the biggest expenses for golf clubs. At the same time, it is better to prepare now that we will not always have an infinite amount of water at our disposal. I can still…
Pure Seed and Atlas Turf International have just launched Sun Queen, their newest seeded bermudagrass for the golf, sports field, and landscape markets. This new release from the breeding program of Pure-Seed Testing, Inc. delivers the total package…
Those of you who are not familiar with Ron Kirby's life work. Here is a quick overview. In the early 60s, he was a design associate of Robert Trent Jones Sr. From 1970-1986 he worked with Gary Player…
Do you remember when I wrote about Atlas Turf and Golf Saudi will develop the region’s first internationally licensed golf and sports turf farm in Saudi Arabia? I also wrote that Atlas Turf Arabia will develop and distribute…
Sustainable golf course operations are not a marketing gimmick anymore. It is a strategic imperative. At the same time, a matter of survival, and a customer obsession enabler as well as an integral part of business risk. Some…