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Rob DiFranco served as an Managing Editor for Golfdom Magazine, utilizing his BA in Journalism from Kent State University, and past experience as a sports reporter for The Morning Journal of Lorain, OH.

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Envu’s Resilia root health solution now available for purchase Posted on 03 Aug 2023 in the Industry News categories.

The company says Resilia protects roots from destructive soilborne pathogens for up to 21 days and most up to 28 days, allowing for a more robust root system. Read more»

New Tuque exoGEM fungicide from Syngenta promises snow mold control Posted on 31 Jul 2023 in the Industry News categories.

The fungicide is also labeled for control of in-season turf diseases, such as anthracnose, leaf spots and brown ring patch. Read more»

Irrigation Association names 2023 award recipients Posted on 31 Jul 2023 in the Featured & Industry News & People categories.

The IA will recognize the three recipients during the 2023 Irrigation Show and Education Week in San Antonio, from Nov. 27-Dec. 1. Read more»

The agronomy crew at Firestone CC and how they prepare for the Kaulig Companies Championship Posted on 23 Jul 2023 in the From the Magazine & Golfdom TV & Home Video & People & Tour Guide & Video categories.

Associate Editor Rob DiFranco goes on the green to chat with Larry Napora and Tim Gruber from the agronomy team at Firestone CC. Read more»

Green Dream and Robrady Design team up for crowd management and traffic control system Posted on 21 Jul 2023 in the Industry News categories.

The system provides an easy-to-install crowd management and traffic control method for golf courses, construction sites and more. Read more»

Research team develops autonomous robot to control spotted lanternfly eggs Posted on 21 Jul 2023 in the Industry News categories.

Using machine learning, this robot helps to scout for egg masses of this invasive and tree-damaging pest on golf courses across the country. Read more»