Turf problems

Turf problems

Test your diagnostic skills - What are these problems? The following reader submissons are unusual turf problems that have been provided for your reference.  If you would like to submit an unusual turf problem email contact@nzsti.co.nz Unusual turf problem 6 Your...
Reconstruction of the grass track at Awapuni Racing Centre

Reconstruction of the grass track at Awapuni Racing Centre

Why redevelop the track? There were several issues with the performance of the grass track that prompted the decision to re-develop it. These included: Different Profile on ‘outside bend’ Interestingly the track has two home bends – an inner and an outer one, both of...
Auckland’s accidental wildflower meadows

Auckland’s accidental wildflower meadows

“I don’t know if it happens elsewhere, but in some parts of Auckland not mowing your grass verge is a thing. These grass verges are owned by the council but traditionally homeowners have willingly kept them mown – why wouldn’t you?” The upshot of all this...
Reducing Golf’s Environmental Impact

Reducing Golf’s Environmental Impact

“Understanding the importance of governance around golf course sustainability is a key requirement to ensure we are compliant with current NZ law and planning for the future. This fact sheet discusses many of the issues currently facing golf courses in a “sustainable...
NZSTI and Labosport Group

NZSTI and Labosport Group

NZSTI is a division of the Labosport Group, the leading sports surfaces technical institute, and together we offer the following services around the world: Consulting Testing and Certification Research & Innovation, and Training and...