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Advances in turfgrass for athletic fields and sports pitches

Code: 9781801467742
Gerald M. Henry, University of Georgia, USA

Chapter synopsis:

This chapter examines advances in turfgrass breeding and genetics for the purpose of athletic fields and sports pitches. The chapter first discusses the most appropriate types of species and cultivar for this, focusing on how improvements can be made to both warm-season and cool-season turfgrass. The chapter then discusses the different methods that can be used in order to improve the sports field's quality, such as alternative root zone amendments, seed coating and seed germination covers, hybrid turfgrass systems and thick cut sod. A section on sports field maintenance is also provided, drawing attention to aspects such as cultivation, topdressing, irrigation, grow lights and cooling fans as well as painting techniques. The chapter also reviews performance testing and site specific management.



DOI: 10.19103/AS.2022.0110.07
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Table of contents
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Turfgrass species and cultivar selection
  • 3 Establishing sports fields
  • 4 Sports field maintenance
  • 5 Performance testing and site-specific management
  • 6 Conclusion
  • 7 Where to look for further information
  • 8 References

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