Best Turf Management Podcasts (2025)

1
Episode #37 Our annual update from Sisters Bec & Narelle at Cubbyhouse Canteen 27:27

Play Pause

3d ago27:27

27:27

It’ been another bonkers year for powerhouse sisters Bec and Narelle at Cubbyhouse Canteen. The Sisters just celebrated their 2nd birthday with their retail venture and are now entering into their 16th year running the parkside cafe at Union Street Park in Armadale. The sisters have built an incredible community of supportive young families through…

1
Looking Back, Looking Forward 22:10

3d ago22:10

22:10

Perseverance was a key for those in agriculture this past year, as lower crop prices and higher input costs dominated in 2025. Yet, many growers navigated their way to abundance and quality come harvest time. Episode 150 covers highlights of the past year, including stories of passion, perseverance and even agricultural archeology. We hear from Red…

1
S3 E67 December 2025 Comments and Emails! 1:42:05

7d ago1:42:05

1:42:05

In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, I review and respond to comments, emails, and TikTok messages I’ve received throughout 2025 related to turfgrass science, soil fertility, nutrient management, and common turf industry claims. From thoughtful questions to recurring misconceptions, this video highlights what turf managers, lawn care professi…

1
Technical Podcast Episode 12 - Biostimulants: Opportunity and Expansion 38:09

8d ago38:09

38:09

A new global study on biostimulants quantifies the increased interest growers have for these tools. The study by DunhamTrimmer, a leading firm for biologicals market data and consulting, was carried out by Manel Cervera, while Vatren Jurin is the company authority on value-added fertilizers. Redox Bio-Nutrients is identified as a top 20 company in …

1
Episode 157: Toby Christoun 1:03:20

8d ago1:03:20

1:03:20

Send us a text Welcome to the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, Episode 157. Today we’re talking to Toby Christoun, Equipment & Shop Manager at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts — a 27-hole private club spread across 236 acres. Toby leads a team of two assistants in the shop, part-time during the season and full-time through the winter months. To…

1
S3 E66 Dr. John Inguagiato. Can Phosphite Reduce Algae? 1:11:30

9d ago1:11:30

1:11:30

In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, I sit down with Dr. John Inguagiato to discuss his peer-reviewed research on phosphite use for suppressing cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) on putting greens. Together, we break down the science behind phosphite chemistry, application rates, turf safety, and what the data actually say—beyond marketing clai…

1
TurPhDudes #58 - Wetting Agents with Drs. Jeff Atkinson, Paul Giordano, and Raymond Snyder 38:13

10d ago38:13

38:13

In Episode #58 the TurPh.Dudes are on their own for a conversation about wetting agents. What they are, how they’re used, and how Harrell’s is innovating to rethink what a wetting agent can be.By brought to you by Harrell's

1
S3 E65 Tinfoil Turfgrass: Soil Testing Goes Extreme! 1:28:15

14d ago1:28:15

1:28:15

In this video I take a close, critical look at "Data-Drive Lawn Care" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjRXNcIi3Hk) and share my honest thoughts on what works — and what doesn’t. I break down the arguments, highlight where I think the logic falls short, and offer my own perspective on the topic. 🔎 What I cover: Key claims made by the original creat…

1
Volatility & Opportunity 24:51

15d ago24:51

24:51

Many of the challenges growers faced this year will carry into 2026. Their resiliency is being tested and wise agronomic decisions are even more vital. Hundreds gathered at the Agricultural Retailers Association Conference and Trade Show in Salt Lake City for updates. “Some of the challenges we have faced, while many of them are similar to the past…

1
Paula Sliefert-Sports Field Managers Associations CEO 55:40

15d ago55:40

55:40

Send us a text Paula joins Jon and Jeff to share some insights into her new role as the CEO of the National Sports Field Managers Association. Fresh off of a leg of her listening tour, to receive feedback from the membership. She chats about the challenges and opportunities ahead for her and the Board of Directors.…

1
S3 E64 Grey Leaf Spot, Mowing Height, and Nitrogen 53:44

16d ago53:44

53:44

In this video, I review and break down one of the most referenced articles in cool-season turfgrass pathology: “Severity of Gray Leaf Spot in Perennial Ryegrass as Influenced by Mowing Height and Nitrogen Level” by Williams, Burrus, and Vincelli (2001). This study investigated how two major management practices—mowing height and nitrogen rate—affec…

1
S3 E63 Tinfoil Turfgrass: How to Evaluate Claims When The Salesman Knows More Than You. 1:29:34

21d ago1:29:34

1:29:34

In this video, I provide an in-depth, evidence-based critique of the nitrogen-efficiency product RDX-N and the claims made in the promotional video circulating online. If you’ve ever wondered whether biostimulants, nitrogen enhancers, or “metabolic activators” actually work in real-world turfgrass or crop management, this breakdown is for you. I re…

1
Robots, AI and Automation, Oh My! 11:53

22d ago11:53

11:53

Farmers have grown yields over the years through improved varieties, nutrition and equipment. An emerging frontier involves automation, including robotics and AI. “We believe automation is going to be a whole revolution in farming,” remarked Adam Stager, founder of TRIC Robotics. “It’s really the next big thing to drive efficiency on these farms.” …

1
Episode 156: Alex Gaddy 1:00:04

23d ago1:00:04

1:00:04

Send us a text Episode 156 of Reel Turf Techs heads to the backyard with member, friend, and turf addict Alex Gaddy – a homeowner who’s gone from a dusty California Trimmer in his father-in-law’s basement to a TifEagle putting green and a small fleet of John Deere reel mowers. Alex and Trent talk about how a simple reel mower turned into an obsessi…

1
S3 E62 Dr. Lee Miller - Turf Fungicide Resistance? 1:19:39

23d ago1:19:39

1:19:39

In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, I sit down with Dr. Lee Miller of Purdue University, one of the leading experts in turfgrass pathology, to break down everything you need to know about turfgrass disease resistance, fungicide rotations, and accurate turf disease identification. Whether you manage golf course greens, sports fields, or home …

1
Autumn #OM246 review: 7 year timeline with Chris Tritabaugh 1:40:02

24d ago1:40:02

1:40:02

Chris Tritabaugh and I share and comment on the latest #OM246 test results from what is now a time series stretching over the past seven growing seasons. We discuss what has changed, what hasn't, how surfaces perform, and how total organic material (TOM, or #OM246) data can be used to nudge surface conditions in the desired direction. Turf Without …

1
S3 E61 Fungicides and Species Resistances Affects Dollar Spot 1:00:09

28d ago1:00:09

1:00:09

In this video, I analyze the 2025 Zhang et al. study on how fungicide scheduling and bentgrass cultivar resistance interact to influence dollar spot control. This research provides some of the strongest evidence to date that curative, damage-threshold-based fungicide programs can dramatically reduce inputs—up to 78 percent in certain cases—when pai…

1
Mark Mares Talks Pittsburgh Sports! 45:49

29d ago45:49

45:49

Send us a text Mark makes the Pittsburgh Dad seem like he is from Cincinnati! We talk all things Pittsburgh sports, a "don't want to miss episode" for sure!By Jeff

1
S3 E60 Biology and Management of Dollar Spot 1:11:15

1M ago1:11:15

1:11:15

In this video, I break down one of the most influential papers ever written on turfgrass pathology: Walsh, Ikeda, and Boland’s 1999 review on the biology and management of dollar spot. This paper remains a foundational resource for understanding how the pathogen operates, why the disease is so persistent on cool-season turf, and which management st…

1
Validation means Productivity - A Visit with Renee Holland 14:08

30d ago14:08

14:08

The research community isn’t often in the primary spotlight, but it plays a major role in keeping farms productive and supermarkets well-stocked. Georgia-based Dr. Renee Holland is part of the CRO community; independent, third-party researchers that provide validating data that helps companies, including Redox, in assessing product efficacy. One of…

1
Winning the Turf Wars 14:31

1M ago14:31

14:31

Golf popularity is on an upswing, and a crucial part of a positive experience is maintaining premium quality turfgrass. The Redox TurfRx team works with superintendents throughout the U.S. and internationally, providing next generation technology for superior results. New additions to the team will help secure still more positive collaborations. “I…

1
Episode 155: Tanner Knudsen, CTEM 44:03

1M ago44:03

44:03

Send us a text In this episode of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, we sit down with Tanner Knudsen, CTEM, Equipment Manager at North Oaks Golf Club in Minnesota. Tanner talks through his path from working on small engines to running the shop at a private 18-hole club, and how much of what he knows started in his grandpa’s garage. His grandpa was the fi…

1
S3 E59 Tinfoil Turfgrass: Don't Use This Soil Test! 1:22:30

1M ago1:22:30

1:22:30

In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, I review a popular lawn-care website article and an accompanying YouTube video that teach homeowners how to interpret a soil test that is, in reality, scientifically invalid for making nutrient decisions. These resources look polished and authoritative, but the advice they provide is fundamentally flawed —…

1
Nina Johnson- Banana Ball Chief of Staff 55:30

1M ago55:30

55:30

Send us a text Longtime youth baseball advocate has jumped to be the Chief of Staff of Banana Ball. The Savanah Bananas's hit the ground running and have not looked back. They now have 6 teams and are holding their first Banana Ball Draft! With millions of people on the waiting list for tickets the "Fan First" mentality is what they are living on t…

1
Technical Podcast Episode 11: Ag Economy Overview and 2026 Watchouts 22:06

1M ago22:06

22:06

Low returns, high input costs and a murky trade environment have plagued many growers this year, but there’s at least one brighter spot for agriculture heading into 2026. “Since September, we’ve seen some adjustments to the federal interest rate, and the downstream effects will impact farmers,” commented Redox Chief Financial Officer, Scott Moulton…

1
Episode #36 - Meet Matt Demicoli Co founder and Managing Director of Health Lab 26:54

2M ago26:54

26:54

Today I’m chatting with Matt Demicoli the Co Founder and Managing Director of Health Lab. This year the team celebrate their 10th birthday. Health Lab burst on to the scene back in 2015 with delicious plant based, gluten free protein snacks. You can find the health lab, Indulgent Balls, slices and bars in just about every supermarket and convenienc…

1
S3 E58 Which Journals Can You Trust? 1:04:20

2M ago1:04:20

1:04:20

Not all scientific journals are created equal. Some exist to advance knowledge — others exist to collect publishing fees. In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, we explore how to tell the difference. I’ll walk through the refereed process and explain how it differs from standard peer review, why that distinction matters, and how the structure o…

1
Herman Els - South Africa to Southern California 19:13

2M ago19:13

19:13

Born and raised in South Africa, Herman Els has covered a lot of ground before finding his ideal job. As Agronomy Manager at Limoneira, a large and historic farm in Southern California, Herman is overseeing a major cropping change. They are switching hundreds of acres from lemons to avocados, and are in process of being America’s largest avocado gr…

1
Pesticide-free turf management with Thomas Pihl, Mads Andersen, and Martin Nilsson 1:53:29

2M ago1:53:29

1:53:29

Thomas Pihl, Mads Andersen, and Martin Nilsson joined ATC Office Hours to discuss the challenges, techniques, successes, and failures involved with pesticide-free turfgrass management in Denmark. Turf Without Borders show page: https://turfwb.asianturfgrass.com/ ATC soil tests: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/project/soil-tests/ PACE Turf tour: http…

1
Episode 154: Jim Nedin Returns 1:30:51

2M ago1:30:51

1:30:51

Send us a text Welcome to the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, Episode 154 Industry legend Jim Nedin returns to share his deep knowledge of the Toro ProCore 648 and how to get the most out of this aerifier. Jim walks us through setup, tine selection, and maintenance tips that make a real difference out on the turf. We also touch on sprayers and cutting uni…

1
S3 E57 Does Trinexapac Reduce Dollar Spot? 46:33

2M ago46:33

46:33

In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, we take a close look at one of the most frequently cited studies in turfgrass pathology — Golembiewski and Danneberger’s 1998 Agronomy Journal paper exploring how trinexapac-ethyl (TE) and nitrogen fertility influence the severity of dollar spot (Sclerotinia homoeocarpa) in creeping bentgrass. The research…

1
S3 E56 University Extension Programs 1:12:29

2M ago1:12:29

1:12:29

In this episode, I sit down to talk about a topic that’s been at the heart of American higher education for more than a century — university extension. We’ll explore how extension began, why it was once the lifeblood of land-grant universities, and how the system that connected science to society is now quietly disappearing. Extension was created s…

1
S3 E55 Dew, Nitrogen, and Dollar Spot 57:40

2M ago57:40

57:40

Can something as simple as mowing time really stop a turfgrass disease? In this episode of Turfgrass Epistemology, we look back at a landmark 1996 study by Williams, Powell, Vincelli, and Dougherty from the University of Kentucky — a paper that changed how superintendents think about dew, nitrogen, and dollar spot control. Dollar spot (Sclerotinia …

1
Technical Podcast Episode 10: Agronomic Success through Plant Charge Balance, RAM and RDX-N® 20:45

2M ago20:45

20:45

Sometimes in farming, more isn’t always better. Plant nutrition is a classic example where quality trumps quantity. Plant charge balance is crucial to yield and quality. It’s not pounds per acre, but charge per acre that matters most. Redox Active Molecules (RAM) balance plant charge by donating or accepting electrons. RAM are part of every product…

1
S3 E54 The Rise and Fall of University Turfgrass Programs 53:37

2M ago53:37

53:37

In this video, I explore the history and current state of university turfgrass programs—from their rise during the post-war boom in golf, parks, and sports fields to their decline in recent decades. I explain how turfgrass faculty positions are created and filled, what factors lead to the loss of those positions, and why many programs are now disap…

1
S3 E53 Does Biochar Reduce Dollar Spot? 1:07:45

2M ago1:07:45

1:07:45

In this video, I examine the 2021 study by Beckley and Roberts published in the International Turfgrass Society Research Journal titled “Utilizing Organic Amendments for General Suppression of Dollar Spot on Creeping Bentgrass.” The discussion centers on one key question: Does biochar actually reduce dollar spot? I break down the experimental desig…

1
Successful Turf Management with Sam Adams of Paris Mountain 8:37

2M ago8:37

8:37

South Carolina not only has hundreds of golf courses, it’s also where the first where American golf got it’s start. Keeping turfgrass in great shape still is a major focus, especially considering the area sees extreme hold and cold conditions. Sam Adams is in charge of making Paris Mountain Country Club look its best, and he relies on a host of Red…

1
S3 E52 Biology and Management of Large Patch 1:13:54

2M ago1:13:54

1:13:54

In this video, I explore the recent review article “Review of the Biology and Management of Large Patch of Warm-Season Turfgrasses” (Kreinberg et al., Crop Science, 2025). I walk you through what the authors tell us about Rhizoctonia solani AG 2-2 LP — the fungal pathogen behind large patch disease in warm-season turfgrasses — how environmental con…

1
Brett Meyer – Effective Nitrogen Replacement with RDX-N® 13:30

2M ago13:30

13:30

Nitrogen is the most used macronutrient and has long been crucial to abundant crops. New understandings indicate there are ways to reduce nitrogen use while maintaining yield and quality, as well as improving the environment. Our patented new technology RDX-N® is changing this landscape in an unprecedented way. A small amount of RDX-N, added along …

1
S3 E51 Dollar Spot on Turfgrass 1:17:19

2M ago1:17:19

1:17:19

In this video, I take you through the state of the science on dollar spot disease in turfgrass, framed by the recent review “New Approaches to an Old Problem: Dollar Spot of Turfgrass.” We explore how this ubiquitous fungal disease (caused by Clarireedia spp.) continues to challenge turf managers, why traditional fungicide programs are increasingly…

1
Episode #35 Sugira Rubasha chats with David about personal brand and entrepreneurship from humble beginnings. 45:39

3M ago45:39

45:39

Today I’m chatting with Sugira Rubasha from ETS Rubasha media. We’re talking about my personal and professional journey, from humble beginnings growing up on the South Coast of England to now partnering with businesses to develop multi million dollar brands world wide. We chat though my views on the importance of your personal brand, creating the c…

1
James Huntoon- Horry-Georgetown Technical College 45:49

3M ago45:49

45:49

Send us a text Professor of Golf and Sports Turf Management joins us to talk about the golf and sports turf program that he directs. James is helping to fill the void of golf professionals in the Mrytle Beach area and is turning out some incredible graduates.By Jeff

1
Miller Research - Maintaining Idaho’s Legendary Potato Status 18:13

3M ago18:13

18:13

One of every three U.S. potatoes is grown in Idaho, and the industry has a well-earned reputation of quality and abundance. Miller Research is a 50-year-old family business that contributes to that success. Their work, combined with others in the scientific community, led to a near doubling of Russet Burbank potato yields over the last 50 years. Te…

3M ago30:33

30:33

Welcome back to the Food Mentor podcast my name is David Burns your host and today we’re chatting with Fuad and Mehmet the founders of Pistabella Pistachio spread. It would be no secret that anything pistachio is in vogue in a big way right now, so in this episode we chat with the boys to understand how they saw this opportunity and more importantl…