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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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Golf course closures down in 2022 says NGF Posted on 22 Jul 2022 in the Industry News categories.

A downward trend in golf course closures has continued in 2022 according to the National Golf Foundation with less than 50 18-hole equivalents closed. Read more»

John Deere and First Tee celebrate Power for Good winners at John Deere Classic Posted on 30 Jun 2022 in the Industry News categories.

John Deere and First Tee honor the 2022 Power for Good winners, Jacob Davis, Manyi Ngu and Austin Picinich at the 2022 John Deere Classic in Silvis, Ill. Read more»

Howard Fertilizer appoints new turf and ornamental director of sales Posted on 27 Jun 2022 in the Industry News categories.

Howard Fertilizer appointed Sean McNerney as director of sales for turf and ornamental. McNerney will directly manage the Florida Golf Division. Read more»

Supers share the new technology you need to know about Posted on 09 Jun 2022 in the Featured & From the Magazine categories.

Industry experts share their advice on recent advancements golf course superintendents should pay attention to and learn more about. Read more»

The Masters and Golfdom through the years Posted on 05 Apr 2022 in the Featured & From the Magazine categories.

Golfdom and the Masters go way back — all the way back to the inception of the tournament. Read more»

Albaugh’s acquisition of Rotam approved Posted on 14 Mar 2022 in the Industry News categories.

Albaugh's acquisition of Rotam was approved by the Administrative Council for Economic Defense in Brazil and is expected to close in the second quarter. Read more»