Send us a text In this episode Joe chats with Mick Pascoe, a seasoned golf course superintendent whose career has taken him across Australia, the UK and US, Barbados, Jamaica, Panama, Vietnam and Indonesia. Mick shares insights from decades in the turf industry, discussing the challenges of managing world-class courses in every environment imaginable, his push to use Sir Grange Zoysia on courses, and his passion for green keeping. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutio...
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Send us a text In this episode Joe chats with Mick Pascoe, a seasoned golf course superintendent whose career has taken him across Australia, the UK and US, Barbados, Jamaica, Panama, Vietnam and Indonesia. Mick shares insights from decades in the turf industry, discussing the challenges of managing world-class courses in every environment imaginable, his push to use Sir Grange Zoysia on courses, and his passion for green keeping. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutio...
Send us a text In this episode Joe chats with Mick Pascoe, a seasoned golf course superintendent whose career has taken him across Australia, the UK and US, Barbados, Jamaica, Panama, Vietnam and Indonesia. Mick shares insights from decades in the turf industry, discussing the challenges of managing world-class courses in every environment imaginable, his push to use Sir Grange Zoysia on courses, and his passion for green keeping. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutio...
Send us a text In this episode, Joe from Lawn Solutions Australia sits down with Master Greenkeeper Alan FitzGerald, who is currently leading turf operations at Rehoboth Beach Country Club in Delaware. Before his appointment there in 2023, Alan spent 19 years as superintendent at LedgeRock Golf Club in Pennsylvania. With over 30 years of experience across some of the world’s most prestigious private clubs—including Mount Juliet (Ireland), Loch Lomond (Scotland), and Pine Valley (New Jersey)—A...
Send us a text In this episode, Joe sits down with Scott Rowe to talk about the fascinating (and labour intensive process) of propagating a brand-new turfgrass variety. Scott shares his insights into the science and patience behind the process — from the very first buffalo runner through to large-scale production. Joe and Scott also discuss the challenges of ensuring consistency, the health of the plant and what it takes to propagate the sheer volume of plants . Whether you’re in the tu...
Send us a text In this episode, Joe is joined by Cory Spaetti, Chief Operating Officer of Sabanto -an innovative agricultural autonomy company pioneering automation kits for tractors. We dive into the future of robotic automation and how this breakthrough technology is set to transform the turf industry in Australia, particularly within large-scale commercial operations. With Sabanto leading the charge, this conversation offers a fascinating look at how automation is reshaping efficiency, pro...
Send us a text Spring marks a critical period on the turf farm, with increased growth, higher demand, and a sharper focus on quality assurance. In this episode, Joe is joined by Megan from AUSGAP to discuss the vital role the Australian Genetic Assurance Program plays in underpinning industry standards. From genetic purity and traceability to on-farm auditing and best practice guidelines, Megan explains how AUSGAP supports growers in maintaining product integrity and meeting market expectatio...
Send us a text In this episode, Joe is joined by Dr. Jim Kerns, Professor of Plant Pathology at NC State University, to discuss turfgrass disease management. Dr. Kerns shares insights from his extensive research on fungal pathogens, seasonal disease patterns, and integrated management strategies as well as his hopes for the future of disease identification and management in turfgrass. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolution...
Send us a text In this episode, Joe is joined by Callum Cameron, Golf Course Superintendent at Remuera Golf Club in Auckland, New Zealand. Callum shares insights into the unique challenges and rewards of managing turf in a high-traffic, year-round golfing environment. From renovation strategies to sustainability initiatives, Callum offers a practical look at what it takes to keep one of New Zealand’s busiest golf courses in top condition. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/law...
Send us a text In this episode, Joe is joined by Dr. Chase Straw, Professor of Turfgrass Science at Penn State University. Dr Straw shares his journey through the turf industry, from his early interests in sports turf to his current research on precision turfgrass management. They discuss the latest advancements in technology, data-driven turf care, and the future of sustainable turf practices.... as well as plenty of basketball talk. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsol...
Send us a text In this episode, Joe is joined by Holly Abell from PGG Wrightson working out of New Zealand – Holly is a passionate newcomer to the turf industry with a diverse background across golf courses, sports fields, and turf research. Holly shares her journey through the turf industry, from hands-on roles to the challenges and opportunities of managing turf in different climates. They also chat about the similarities between the Aussie and Kiwi turf scenes, what’s driving the next gene...
Send us a text In this episode Joe sits down for a catch up with Jason Hodges for a wide-ranging chat covering his Buxus farm, life in landscaping and his dedication to supporting young talent through TAFE. Joe and Jason also chat about his early days as a ball boy with the North Sydney Bears football team and their future in Perth. Tune in for an inspiring mix of horticulture, turf, education, and sport! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.co...
Send us a text In this episode, Joe and Simon sit down to chat about some exciting new additions to the Lawn Solutions lawn care range including the new 10kg Lawn Launcher, ProPlus Mini Prill Fertiliser, the pre-emergent protection offered by Barricade and the new and improved formulation of ColourGuard Plus. Whether you're a keen home lawn enthusiast, a turf professional or a landscaper, there’s plenty of practical info packed into this one! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com...
Send us a text Joe and Nath are back again to talk all things winter and your lawn! Mowing, maintenance, weeds, pigments, plus much more on how to keep it green and healthy through the cooler months. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia
Send us a text In this episode Joe and Simon dive into the story behind the soon to be released to market - Stampede Hybrid Buffalo. They explore the breeding process, the challenges of importing turf varieties and the propagation techniques that are required to have a new turf variety ready for sale. From lab to lawn, get an insight to what it takes to bring the first hybrid buffalo grass to market. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@La...
Send us a text In this episode, Joe chats with Caine James about his time managing the sports fields and public spaces for Maitland City Council, the challenges they face, and the strategies they use to keep public spaces looking their best year-round as well as being one of the first to begin using TifTuf. They also discuss how Caine got his start in the turf industry as an apprentice and his time at Nuturf, a career built on turf! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawn...
Send us a text In this episode, Joe is joined by soil scientist Dr. Mick Battam from AgEnviro Solutions for a chat about what’s really happening beneath your turf. From backyard lawns to professional sports fields, They dig into the importance of soil structure, managing compaction, drainage and practical ways to improve turf performance. Whether you're in the commercial sportsturf industry or a home lawn enthusiast, there's plenty to take away from this one. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au...
Send us a text Joe and Simon are back with a deep dive into everything Couch (Bermuda) They discuss the benefits of couch grass, its maintenance requirements and why it’s a popular choice for lawns and sports fields. Whether you're a homeowner or a professional turf manager, this episode is packed with insights to help you get the best out of your couch grass. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia
Send us a text Joe and Nath are back again to share advice on some current lawn issues and some Autumn lawn care tips to get your lawn looking its best heading into the cooler months. From fertilising and mowing to dealing with seasonal weeds and preparing for Winter, as well as some new products we have available, there's something for every lawn lover in this episode. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia
Send us a text In this episode, Joe sits down with Anthony Bashall from the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney to explore the world of turf and landscape management in one of Australia’s most iconic green spaces. Anthony shares insights into maintaining high-quality turf, the challenges of urban horticulture, and the innovative practices used to keep the gardens thriving year-round. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia
Send us a text Joe and Nath are back with a deep dive into Zoysia grass! In this episode we explore how Zoysia has evolved from its origins in Asia to becoming a go-to choice for sports turf managers, golf courses and stadiums around the globe. We'll discuss its unique qualities, why it's gaining popularity in backyards and why it makes an ideal choice for beautiful, sustainable green spaces. Whether you're a turf enthusiast or a casual lawn lover, this episode has something for you! w...
Send us a textIn this episode, Joe sits down with our first international guest of the year, Billy Skaggs from the great state of Georgia in the USA! They discuss how ITGAP (International Turfgrass Genetic Assurance Program) ensures the highest standards of turfgrass quality and certification worldwide, the importance of buying from ITGAP/AUSGAP certified growers, the staggering scale of turf (and peanut) production in the USA and Billy's love of Australia, its landscape and the people.w...
Send us a text In this episode Joe chats with Mick Pascoe, a seasoned golf course superintendent whose career has taken him across Australia, the UK and US, Barbados, Jamaica, Panama, Vietnam and Indonesia. Mick shares insights from decades in the turf industry, discussing the challenges of managing world-class courses in every environment imaginable, his push to use Sir Grange Zoysia on courses, and his passion for green keeping. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutio...
