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Author : William E. Knoop
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Turf management
ISBN : OCLC:1429670980
Author : David Aldous
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1999-09-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0849301025
Grasslands take up approximately one-quarter of the world's vegetative cover. Turfgrasses protect the land from erosion, stabilize the soil, moderate the temperature and provide low cost safe surfacing for many sporting and leisure activities. Amenity grasslands - and turf in particular - do more than form a significant part of the global landscape. They make up the basis of a multimillion dollar industry. International Turf Management Handbook covers the establishment, maintenance, and management of natural turfgrass surfaces. This handbook is arranged in four sections. The first section details the identification and selection of turfgrasses, how they grow, and their maintenance. The second section focuses on the management and administration of the turfgrass business. The third section addresses current standards and their use to effectively manage different surfaces such as bowling, croquet and golf greens, grass tennis courts, cricket tables, football and athletic fields, racetracks, and golf fairways. The final section discusses important environmental issues in turf management, including water resources, pesticides and fertilizers. Developed in association with more than 20 leading turf management authorities, the International Turf Management Handbook details the how the natural turfgrass surface functions. It explores strategies that blend biodiveristy and sustainability with the business of maintaining turf. It is essential reading for agriculture, horticulture, and natural resource professionals, and land managers.
Author : William E. Knoop
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Landscape gardening
ISBN : CORNELL:31924073151221
Author : Mohammad Pessarakli
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 730 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2007-10-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781420006483
A multibillion dollar industry that has tripled in the last ten years, turfgrass management plays an important role in landscaping, golf courses, and other sports surfaces. Proper management and cultural practices are crucial for the performance of these versatile grasses, creating a demand among scientists, researchers, and industry professionals
Author : Nick E. Christians,Aaron J. Patton,Quincy D. Law
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2016-11-21
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781119204633
FUNDAMENTALS OF TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT THE PREMIER TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT HANDBOOK—UPDATED AND EXPANDED Fundamentals of Turfgrass Management is the longstanding authority on all aspects of the science and practices behind world-class turfgrass care. This fully revised Fifth Edition comes enriched by two new authors who share their cutting-edge research and real-world expertise on such topics as growth, soil testing, nutrition, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides. Coverage throughout is refreshed with new illustrations and charts, as well as: Expanded coverage on professional lawn care programs, including cool-season and warm-season turfgrasses, establishing methods and costs, cultivation, sand topdressing, and more Enhanced material on the most up-to-date thinking and practices in weed management Brand-new chapters on the environmental, economic, and quality-of-life benefits of well-maintained turf, as well as the influence of light on turf health Whether you’re earning a degree or a paycheck, Fundamentals of Turfgrass Management, Fifth Edition remains the most complete, respected guidebook of solutions for developing and maintaining the finest-standards of turfgrass.
Author : Laurie Elizabeth Trenholm,Joseph Bryan Unruh
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0813028027
Everything you need to know to keep your lawn looking its best! Written in practical language by turfgrass experts, this new edition is completely up-to-date with the most recent lawn management information. Color plates identify various grass types, weeds, diseases, and insects—including those that are good for your lawn. Chapters cover selection, adaptability, establishment, and maintenance for each type of lawn; soil analysis and fertilization; yearly calendars for lawn care and culture; mowing, watering, and calibrating sprinkler systems and fertilizer spreaders; overseeding for winter color; preparing a lawn for drought and low temperatures; weed and thatch control; safe pesticide application and use; integrated pest management strategies; and complete, illustrated diagnostic information for weeds, diseases, insect problems, nematodes, and other pests.
Author : Henry Decker,Jane Decker
Publisher : Prentice Hall Direct
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1988-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 013933128X
Author : John Parker,Peter Bryan
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-05
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781351923507
With increased public attention focused on the environment and government legislation on competition, landscape managers are coming under increasing pressure to adopt a more disciplined analytical approach to their work. Landscape Management and Maintenance will help you to set objectives for the use of your land, your manpower and your resources. The authors draw on their wide experience of different types of landscape management to give you clear examples of the methods and alternatives. At each stage they emphasise how to make cost effective choices, and achieve the best value for money.
Author : Ralph Cobham
Publisher : Spons Architecture Price Book
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Architecture
ISBN : MINN:31951D00515699S
This reference guide examines all relevant information on amenity land resource requirements in a form which is readily usable by leisure, amenity and landscape managers. It concerns details of the provision and management of public amenities and leisure facilities.
Author : Doug Brede
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2000-03-15
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1575041065
Encyclopedic coverage of sure-fire strategies for maintaining your lawn, sports field, golf course, or park in perfect condition while using less water, fertilizer, mowing, pesticide, and labor! A major strength o the book is the wealth of information presented on management strategies, complete with do-it-yourself instructions for site selection, soil preparation, seed rates and planting, turf establishment, and renovation. Time and cost-saving techniques for effective mowing, thatch control, pest management, water conservation, water management, fertilizer use, stress management, and pest management are presented in a user-friendly manner--complete with helpful checklists, and step-by-step instructions. A vast amount of useful reference material will ensure the success of your maintenance program. No other book covers virtually every aspect of successful turf management. Features: * Covers every aspect of a successful turfgrass maintenance program. * Presents hundreds of cost-saving methods. * Tips to reduce labor. * Simple step-by-step instructions. * Hundreds of photographs and drawings. * Encyclopedic reference material. * Unique turf selection guidelines. * Fundamentals of turfgrass soils.
Author : Charles B. White
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2000-01-15
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781575041100
For the first time a book finally combines field experience with the fundamentals of turf science to help you understand the concepts involved in proper grown-in management, and to troubleshoot problems on-site throughout the management process. A major goal os this unique handbook is to outline and detail the numerous quality control issues that face golf course superintendents and managers--to serve as a guideline for the multitude of questions that need to be addressed before, during and after construction. It stresses the magnitude and importance of finish construction and grow-in as it relates to turf maintenance, turf performance and the playability of the course--from its opening into the future. A great resource to help educate owners and developers about the details of the grow-in sequence and its budgetary requirements.
Author : Patrick J. Marer
Publisher : UCANR Publications
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1879906716
This is a complete guide to using pesticides safely in turf, landscape, and interior scape situations ranging from parks and golf courses to indoor malls. Designed for professionals working in the public or private sector, it focuses especially on pesticide handling and application procedures of importance.More than 200 photos, line drawings, graphs, and sidebars illustrate key concepts and procedures. Review questions similar to those on the exams are included at the end of each chapter to help you as you study.This is recommended study material for Landscape Maintenance Pest Control and Maintenance Gardener categories of the California Department of Pesticide Regulation's Qualified Pesticide Applicator License (QAL) and Qualified Pesticide Applicator Certificate (QAC) exams.
Author : Ann Marie VanDerZanden,Thomas W. Cook
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2010-12-21
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780470480939
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF LANDSCAPES A must-have guide for anyone working with landscapes, Sustainable Landscape Management eases the transition of the landscape industry into a new era of green consciousness. Filled with examples that illustrate best practices, the book provides a practical framework for the development of sustainable management strategies from design to execution and, eventually, to maintenance in an effort to construct landscapes that function more efficiently and minimize the impact on the environment. Sustainable Landscape Management includes: An overview of sustainable design and construction techniques as the basis for the maintenance and management of constructed landscapes Coverage of ecosystem development, managing landscape beds, managing trees and shrubs, and lawn care An entire chapter devoted to issues associated with the use of chemicals in landscape management Guidance on retrofitting existing landscapes for sustainability Reshaping the landscape takes on more significance as society embraces a new value system for advancing environmentally friendly ideals. By following the management principles laid out in this book, readers will learn the key elements for building landscapes that integrate beauty and function to create a sustainable presence that extends well into the future.
Author : Anne R. Lesley
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 676 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-23
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780429605406
This essential reference provides complete coverage of integrated pest management (IPM). With more than 40 recognized experts, the book thoroughly details the rationale and benefits of employing an IPM plan and provides technical information on each aspect from cultural practices to choosing when and how to use chemicals. It also brings together research work on pest problems with information on the practical implementation of the tools. Case studies of successful operations are provided as well.
Author : Charles B. White
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2000-01-15
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1575041103
For the first time a book finally combines field experience with the fundamentals of turf science to help you understand the concepts involved in proper grown-in management, and to troubleshoot problems on-site throughout the management process. A major goal os this unique handbook is to outline and detail the numerous quality control issues that face golf course superintendents and managers--to serve as a guideline for the multitude of questions that need to be addressed before, during and after construction. It stresses the magnitude and importance of finish construction and grow-in as it relates to turf maintenance, turf performance and the playability of the course--from its opening into the future. A great resource to help educate owners and developers about the details of the grow-in sequence and its budgetary requirements.
