In its 20th year, the WCTA Annual Silent Auction has raised funds for the purpose of funding important turf research projects that advance our industry. The SA, and of course the research itself, would not be possible without the generous contributions of our suppliers.
Read more: Silent Auction For Turf Research Funding Grows Again!
One of the primary mandates of the Western Canada Turfgrass Association, along with many of our allied groups, is to foster turfgrass research for the betterment of the entire sports turf and golf course management industry.
In late June, the Canadian Turfgrass Research Foundation (CTRF) announced its website, www.turfresearchcanada.ca, underwent major content updates with over 20 research reports added. Although previously reported, we thought it fitting to include this piece in our annual 'Turf Research' edition of the Turf Line News.
Clint Mattox, Alec Kowalewski, and Brian McDonald
Oregon State University
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The Northwest Turfgrass Association will be donating $46,160 to worthy turfgrass research and education programs in 2018 as it continues to be a leading benefactor for the golf industry in the Pacific Northwest. Over the past four years, the NTA has donated almost $200,000 to various programs.