Meet Josh Straub: 20+ years on the tools, now on the Fernland turf team
Former Lismore Workers Golf Club superintendent Josh Straub joins Fernland's turf sales team, bringing more than 20 years of hands-on turf experience.
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Winter Turf Stress Mitigation: The Plant Science Behind Why Turf Stops Recovering in the Cold
Your turf has not stopped recovering. It has stopped being able to. By mid-winter, most sports fields and fine turf surfaces have hit the same wall. Divots from Saturday are still open the following weekend. Frosted corners stay grey for days. Disease scars from a cold, damp week are not healing, and weeds are filling the [...]
Why Every Professional Turf Program in Australia Needs a Biostimulant Stack
The fertiliser is doing less work than you think If your turf program runs on fertiliser, irrigation, and reactive fungicide applications — you're managing symptoms. The soil underneath is the real production engine, and in most Australian turf situations, it's running below capacity. Compacted profiles, depleted microbial populations, and locked-up phosphorus don't show up on a colour [...]
Unlocking the Power of Loaded Zeolite in Your Soil
The Benfits of Loaded Zeolite Better Retention, Better Results At Fernland, we’re all about helping growers get more from their inputs—more growth, more yield, and more resilience. That’s where loaded zeolite comes in. Zeolite is a naturally occurring mineral known for its unique honeycomb-like structure. But when it’s loaded—with nutrients, surfactants, or moisture-retaining agents—it becomes a powerhouse for [...]
The Power of Bio-Stimulants: Unlocking Healthier, Sustainable Turf
The Benefits of Bio-Stimulants in Turf Bio-stimulants are emerging as a cornerstone in modern turf management, offering an eco-friendly alternative to conventional fertilisers and pesticides. These natural formulations not only promote robust turf growth but also reinforce the sustainability of the turf ecosystem. As industry professionals increasingly lean towards sustainable practices, understanding the utility and impact [...]
Smart Water Conservation & Efficiency Strategies for Turf Areas in Sports and Recreation
Water is the lifeblood of any lush, green turf, especially in sports and recreational areas. The challenge, however, is balancing the need to maintain these pristine conditions with the increasing importance of water conservation. As water scarcity becomes a global concern, efficient water management in turf care is not just a choice but a necessity. At [...]
Celebrating "Thank A Golf Course Superintendent Day" 2023
A Tribute to the Unsung Heroes of the Green When we think of golf, it's easy to picture the star players, the thrilling tournaments, and the fans who bring energy to the sport. However, an essential group of people often go unnoticed but play a crucial role in making golf an enjoyable experience for everyone: the [...]