Turf Blog Give Snow Molds the Boot with VersaGard Posted on October 19, 2021 VersaGard Fungicide G adds a vital weapon to your arsenal to combat a variety of winter diseases, including snow molds. The three-way active ingredient combination of chlorothalonil, propiconazole and fludioxonil provides excellent control of a wide array of turfgrass pathogens. Combining these active ingredients on our patented[...] Read more... The Andersons Hires Jay Houle as Territory Manager Posted on October 7, 2021 MAUMEE, OHIO, Oct. 6, 2021 – The Andersons, Inc. announces the addition of Jay Houle to serve as territory manager for the Turf and Specialty Business. Jay will manage the distribution of the business’s turf and ornamental products in the Northeast Region of the United States. [...] Read more... Organic Fall Restore Program Posted by Ben Pease, Agronomist on September 23, 2021 After a stressful 2021 growing season, lawns are ready to be safely restored using The Andersons line of organic, OMRI-Listed products. These products, Biomend® 5-5-5, Biomend 10-0-6, and Humic DG™ CharX™, deliver the organic nutrients and soil-boosting ingredients perfect for fall lawns. [...] Read more... Fall Restore Program Posted By Ben Pease, Agronomist on September 23, 2021 After a stressful 2021 growing season, lawns, athletic fields, and parks are ready to be effectively restored using The Andersons line of fertilizers featuring Humic Coated Urea (HCU®). These innovative products, 9-12-6 with HCU and 22-0-4 with HCU, enhance nutrient efficiency through coating[...] Read more... The Andersons Receives Patent for HCU® Humic Coated Urea Posted on September 21, 2021 MAUMEE, OHIO, September 21, 2021 – The Andersons, Inc. is pleased to announce a patent has been granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for its HCU® (Humic Coated Urea) product, which is produced at its facility in Maumee, Ohio. Part of The Andersons[...] Read more... Next-Level Fall Fairway Nutrition Posted by Ben Pease, Agronomist on September 13, 2021 Fairways and roughs have had a stressful year. Increased rounds and insect population outbreaks have pushed your turf to its limit. So how do you best help it recover? Preparation for your course’s next busy season begins in this season, the fall fertilization[...] Read more... Next-Level Fall Lawn Care Nutrition Posted By Ben Pease, Agronomist on September 13, 2021 Fall fertilization is one of the best tools for promoting recovery from summer stress as the turfgrass plant stores much of its carbohydrate supply during this time, rather than consuming it for shoot growth. Nitrogen fertility applied in the fall has a positive effect on turfgrass growth[...] Read more... The Andersons Hires Ken Klopp as Territory Manager Posted on September 8, 2021 MAUMEE, OHIO, September 7, 2021 – The Andersons, Inc. announces the addition of Ken Klopp to serve as territory manager for the Turf and Specialty Business. Ken will manage the distribution of the business’s turf and ornamental products in the Southeast Region of the United States.<[...] Read more... Fall Greens Recovery and Fertility Program Posted on August 25, 2021 After a hot and dry 2021 growing season, many greens need a balanced fertility program to help them recover from summer weather stress and fall aerification practices. The Andersons line of Contec DG® fertilizers and soil amendments have the technology and nutrition necessary to replenish[...] Read more... Solheim Cup: The Perfect Pair Posted on August 24, 2021 The Andersons is proud to partner with Inverness Club to provide top-of-the-line inputs to keep the historic, world-class golf course looking beautiful for years to come. Inverness Club is a nationally recognized club, building on a rich heritage to provide its members and guests a memorable experience.<[...] Read more... It’s Fall Aerification Season. Are You Ready? Posted Ben Pease, Agronomist on August 4, 2021 Heat stress, drought stress, and traffic stress. Aerification is an essential cultural management tool to help turfgrass recover from stressful summer conditions and for improving air, nutrient, and water movement in the soil profile. Fall turfgrass recovery begins with fertility applications prior to the destructive aerification process,[...] Read more... Seed Smarter: Tips for a Successful Fall Seeding Project Posted By Ben Pease, Agronomist on August 3, 2021 Whether seeding, overseeding, or renovating this fall, many factors can have an impact on the success of your projects. From site prep to irrigation, we’ve organized our top tips to help ensure a strong start. As we get started, let’s make sure we[...] Read more... Next-Level Fall Sports Turf Nutrition Posted Ben Pease, Agronomist on July 26, 2021 Preparation for your turf’s next season begins in this season, the fall aerification and fertilization season. Summer camps, two-a-day practices, and the busy fall sports and activities calendar can stress out even the best-prepared sports field. Proper fall fertilization and cultural practices can make all[...] Read more... DuoCide: Next-Level Grub Control Posted on July 13, 2021 Grub management can sometimes be challenging. Weather patterns or the routing of preventative applications can cause even the best preventative products not to work to their full potential. Customers added mid-season may not have received a preventative grub control treatment. Timing is important, both for[...] Read more... INTRODUCING Foltec LQ Posted on July 12, 2021 The Foltec LQ line of foliar nutrition products includes two distinct product groups. While the FOLTEC LQ ULTRA products include value-added ingredients like amino acids, sea plant extracts, phosphites, and micronutrients for premium turfgrass, the FOLTEC LQ CLASSIC products deliver time-proven formulations for a variety[...] Read more... Timing Matters: A Grub Control Application Guide Posted Ben Pease, Agronomist on June 15, 2021 Avoiding damage from grubs is best done on a preventative basis, as it is much easier to target and control the early larval stages of white grubs. Waiting until damage is visible can mean the problem is much worse than it appears. While curative solutions can also[...] Read more... Got Grubs? Posted Ben Pease, Agronomist on June 15, 2021 Regardless of where your customers are located, one thing is certain: grubs can ruin even the best of outdoor spaces. Knowing what attracts them and how to determine a treatment plan are crucial parts of keeping them at bay. Along with proper application windows, highly-effective products and[...] Read more... Summer Stress Management Posted on June 14, 2021 Proper fertility applications are a cornerstone of summer stress management. Unbalanced fertility applications can sacrifice root growth for excessive top growth at a time when increased or sustained rooting amounts can help a turfgrass survive the heat and drought stress events of summer weather. Much[...] Read more... From Snake Oil to Fairway Staple Posted on June 14, 2021 When Mike Burris took over as superintendent at the Stonebridge at Newport Golf Course (Houston, TX), he knew he had some work to do. One of his primary areas of focus was his fairways, which needed some assistance. Mike quickly put together a plan of attack that[...] Read more... Getting the Most Out of Your Fairway Fertility Program Posted on June 14, 2021 Getting the most out of your fertility program, especially for fairways, your largest maintained areas, is of paramount concern. Fairway fertility programs have a large effect on both turfgrass summer stress management and budget management. Doing more with less is important for your bottom line.[...] Read more... Send Pests Packing with GrubOut and GrubOut Plus Posted on June 7, 2021 Pests can ruin even the best of outdoor spaces. Send pests packing this summer with the GrubOut family of products, designed to tackle damaging sub-surface pests and pesky surface feeders alike. GrubOut (imidacloprid) provides season-long control of white grubs, aphids, root weevil, Japanese beetles,[...] Read more... Sprayable Fairway Nutrition, Redefined. Posted on May 21, 2021 Combining HCU and Foltec SG Minors creates an ideal tank mix of nitrogen, humic acid, and minor elements. Applied anytime during the growing season, this pair delivers exceptional performance without breaking the budget. When thinking about proven results and adaptability for fairway-based nutrition, sprayable urea[...] Read more... The Andersons Hires Agronomist Ben Pease for Turf and Specialty Business Posted on May 19, 2021 The Andersons, Inc. announces the addition of Ben Pease to serve as agronomist for the Turf and Specialty Business. Pease will provide product and technical support to the business and serve as a resource for distributors and customers in the golf, sports turf, and lawn care[...] Read more... Preventative vs. Curative Disease Control Posted on April 26, 2021 There is an old adage among turf managers that says, “an ounce of fungicide product applied preventatively is the equivalent of a pound of product applied curatively”. Trying to apply fungicide after the onset of disease symptoms will stop the progression of the[...] Read more... Summer Disease: Are Your Customers at Risk? Posted on April 26, 2021 In wetter-than-average years, disease prevention becomes exceptionally important. That being said, starting a program for disease prevention can seem a bit daunting if you're not familiar with how pathogens work. To begin, you have to understand the elements that are necessary for disease to occur. For[...] Read more... Checkmate, Brown Patch! Posted on April 26, 2021 In this case study, learn how one Ohio LCO worked to overcome the early onset of brown patch brought on by a hotter and wetter-than-normal spring. Jared McIntosh takes a great deal of pride in the lawns of his customers. As Operations Manager for TurfMan,[...] Read more... High-Performance Greens Nutrition Posted on March 11, 2021 The combination of Contec DG® - Gen 3 dispersing granules and Foltec® SG soluble granules provides ideal premium nutrition for greens, tees, and other fine turf. Gen 3 represents the latest evolution of the Contec DG product range. Featured on select products, these granules are[...] Read more... The Case for Carbon Posted on March 11, 2021 Carbon, one of the essential building blocks of all organic life, acts as the keystone for all physical, chemical and biological processes in soil. Carbon-based soil organic matter acts as a reservoir for nutrients, aids in water storage, and provides a home for beneficial soil microbes. Its[...] Read more... SmartPhos DG: Next-Level Phosphorus Control Posted on March 3, 2021 Phosphorus sources have historically fallen into one of two distinct groups -- rock phosphates, which bring low solubility and low plant availability, but are not prone to tie-up in soil, and soluble phosphorus, which offer solubility and plant availability, but tend to be tied-up in soil. What[...] Read more... A Spring Fungicide Collection Designed to Perform Posted on March 2, 2021 Spring marks the perfect time to help turfgrass recover from winter disease and protect from any approaching damage. Our recently-expanded line of granular fungicides is designed to perform, offering both curative and preventative solutions for snow mold, leaf spot/melting out and patch diseases when you need[...] Read more... It’s Aerification Season. Are You Ready? Posted on March 1, 2021 The process of mechanical aerification is a necessary management tool to improve airflow, nutrient and water movement through the soil profile. Following this destructive process, it is vital to jumpstart turfgrass recovery to a quality level necessary to resume play. Determining the[...] Read more... Win the Battle AND the War with Fertilizer + Mesotrione Posted on February 9, 2021 Attack Weeds With An Unmatched Combination Tackling your renovation or seeding project can feel like an uphill battle against weed competition. New seedlings need help to get started, and that means not having to contend with weeds along the way. This doesn't have to be a[...] Read more... Introducing The New INTERACTIVE 2021 Premium Product and Turf and Ornamental Brochures! Posted on January 25, 2021 Introducing The Andersons new INTERACTIVE 2021 Premium Products Brochure and 2021 Turf and Ornamental Catalog. These brochures are built with callouts and links throughout, creating an interactive and user-friendly experience. Click each brochure below to explore! These brochures contain a full list of our products, along with[...] Read more... Worst Weed. Best Pick. Posted on January 22, 2021 Goosegrass can spoil a putting green surface. Start the season off right with an application of Goosegrass Crabgrass Control or one of our Fertilizer + Dithiopyr products. Make the right pick today for a clean putting surface this summer! Goosegrass/Crabgrass Control Goosegrass and[...] Read more... The Innovation Continues in 2021 Posted on January 18, 2021 From industry-leading spreader technology to groundbreaking nutrient delivery systems and next-generation soil amendments, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Humic Acid and BioChar Many turfgrass managers are familiar with the agronomic benefits that are associated with having[...] Read more... Never Settle on Your Spreader Posted on November 2, 2020 Turf Managers around the world are familiar with the quality and dependability that has made the 2000 SR Rotary Spreader an industry staple. Designed with accuracy, strength, and durability in mind, the 2000 SR continues to outperform and outlast. Helical Cone Technology The 2000 SR Rotary Spreader utilizes our[...] Read more... Humates Done Your Way Posted on October 2, 2020 Through fall aerification, overseeding, and general maintenance, our family of humate-based products is designed to help turf recover, boost fertilizer efficiency, and build long term soil health. Featuring granular, soluble, and liquid options, this line is designed with maximum flexibility in mind. Here are a[...] Read more... Maximize Fall Overseeding Posted on September 21, 2020 It’s overseeding season, and we know you’re busy. That’s why we assembled a group of nutrition, weed control, and soil-boosting products designed to take your overseeding applications to the next level this fall. Don't Stop with Seed Seeds[...] Read more... The Andersons Announces New Online, Mobile-Friendly Customer Portal Posted on September 15, 2020 MAUMEE, OHIO, September 15, 2020 –The Andersons, Inc. announces a new, web-based customer portal for its Plant Nutrient Group that provides its professional turf customers access to information on their accounts. Customers may access the portal through a web browser on their computer, phone or other electronic[...] Read more... The Andersons Hires Clint Formby as Territory Manager Posted on April 29, 2020 MAUMEE, OHIO, April 3, 2020 – The Andersons, Inc. announces the addition of Clint Formby to its Plant Nutrient Group to serve as territory manager for the professional turf business. Formby will manage the distribution of the business’ turf and ornamental products in the southcentral region[...] Read more... Explore Our Line of Organic Solutions Posted on March 2, 2020 Environmental sustainability is an integral part of our company mission at The Andersons. We understand our customers’ innate desire to have products which contain effective, natural, and above all, safe ingredients. We believe in creating beautiful outdoor living spaces while minimizing our impact on the planet. For[...] Read more... The Andersons Names Anthony Goldsby as Director of Professional Turf Posted on February 27, 2020 MAUMEE, OHIO, February 24, 2020 –The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE) has appointed Anthony (Tony) Goldsby as director of its Professional Turf Business. Goldsby, who will replace Bob Eichenberg upon his retirement in March 2020, will be directly responsible for the division’s business strategy, sales execution, marketing programs[...] Read more... Introducing: Humic DG CharX Posted Tony Goldsby, Agronomist on February 7, 2020 Having a soil that is high in organic matter has a wide range of benefits for a turfgrass manager. Soil organic matter provides nutrient holding capacity, water holding capacity and provides stable aggregates to the soil. Some of the most fertile soils in the world are located[...] Read more... Never Settle On Your Spreader – LCO-1000 Posted on January 26, 2020 Designed and priced specifically for the LCO market, the LCO-1000™ represents the new industry standard in lawn care spreaders. Built for accuracy, strength, and durability, applicators are quickly discovering this spreader’s ability to both outperform and outlast. Here are some of the features that[...] Read more... Introducing: DI2020 Spreader Posted Tony Goldsby, Agronomist on January 15, 2020 DI2020™ Dual-Impeller Broadcast Spreader In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, products are constantly changing right before our eyes. By the time you purchase and set up your brand-new iPhone®, Apple® has already taken the liberty of parading a new, upgraded version to[...] Read more... The Andersons to Expand Seymour, IN, Facility to Manufacture Professional Turf Products Posted on November 1, 2019 MAUMEE, OHIO, October 31, 2019 – The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE) announces the expansion of its plant nutrient manufacturing facility in Seymour, Indiana. This expansion will allow the facility to produce fertilizers and combination products for the professional turf market. Today, the Seymour facility operates as a fertilizer granulation[...] Read more... Fall into Success with Humic DG Posted by Tony Goldsby, Agronomist on September 24, 2019 Cool-season grasses such as creeping bentgrass have a diurnal growth pattern, meaning much of the growth occurs during the cooler temperatures of spring and fall. Following the stressors that are inflicted during high summer temperatures, fall makes an ideal time for improving your turfgrass stand. Read more... Genesis Rx: First for Fall Fertility Posted by Tony Goldsby, Agronomist on September 20, 2019 When the cooler temperatures of fall arrive, it is common for turf managers with cool-season species to switch from spoon-fed, foliar-applied nutrients to granular-applied fertility sources. Here are a few things to keep in mind when selecting your fall fertility product: Look for a well-balanced NPK ratio. A[...] Read more... Introducing Biomend® Organic Fertilizers Posted on July 25, 2019 Introducing Biomend, an exciting new line of organic fertilizer solutions for use on turf, ornamentals, and specialty crops. Available in two formulations, Biomend 5-5-5 and 10-0-6 feature all natural and organic nutrient sources and contain no biosolids, manure or wastewater byproducts.[...] Read more... Product Table Posted on July 6, 2019 table { font-family: arial, sans-serif; border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; } td, th { border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: center; padding: 5px; } tr:nth-child(even) { background-color: #dddddd; } Product Cool Season Turf fl oz/M sq ft Warm Season Turf fl oz/M sq ft Other Nutrients (%) pH Lbs/Gal Bio-Enhancements (%) Ca Mg Fe Mn Zn [...] Read more... DuoCide: Next-Level Grub Control Posted on June 27, 2019 Featuring carbaryl and bifenthrin, DuoCide is a broad-spectrum insecticide designed for the preventative and curative treatment of feeding insects, including white grubs, European crane fly, chinch bugs, sod webworm, and many more! Perfect for late-summer applications, DuoCide works as a rescue product for those who[...] Read more... HCU FSG Minors LCO Posted on April 24, 2019 Combining HCU and Foltec SG Minors creates an ideal tank mix of nitrogen, humic acid, and minor elements. Applied anytime during the growing season, this pair delivers exceptional performance without breaking the budget. When thinking about proven results and adaptability for lawn care fertility, the[...] Read more... Introducing Genesis Rx Posted on March 1, 2019 Introducing Genesis Rx 5-7-5, a comprehensive fertility and soil amendment product specifically developed for construction, renovation, aerification, sprigging, sodding, and seeding. This blend of dispersing granule (DG) components provides the most comprehensive fertilizer The Andersons has ever offered, with the goal of providing a[...] Read more... Video: Make Calibration Simple with the Prizelawn® ARC 1 Spreader Calibrator Posted Tony Goldsby, Agronomist on February 18, 2019 Having an accurately-calibrated spreader is vital to ensuring you are protecting not only the environment, but your bottom line. Over-application of fertilizers can be harmful to your turfgrass and can end up costing thousands of dollars in wasted product over time. By performing[...] Read more... Video: Prevent Goosegrass and Crabgrass This Season with Goosegrass/Crabgrass Control Posted Tony Goldsby, Agronomist on February 15, 2019 Goosegrass and crabgrass are grassy annual weeds which germinate in the late spring and throughout the summer. They can be especially problematic in low cut turf areas such as putting greens and collar approaches. The best approach to preventing an infestation of these problematic[...] Read more... Introducing Tee Time + Humic DG Posted on February 1, 2019 Many turfgrass managers are familiar with our flagship putting greens fertilizer lineup of Contec DG® (dispersible granule) fertilizers. However, some may not be aware that we also produce a premium line of blended greens fertilizers marketed under the Tee Time® Brand. Tee Time has been[...] Read more... The Andersons to Launch New and Improved Turf Nutrition Tool at Golf Industry Show Posted on January 28, 2019 The Andersons, Inc. Plant Nutrient Group announces the launch of its new and improved Turf Nutrition Tool (TNT). The tool will be introduced to the public at the 2019 Golf Industry Show taking place February 2-7 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California. The Turf[...] Read more... Prepare Your Turf for Winter with Black Gypsum DG® Posted by Tony Goldsby, Agronomist on October 9, 2018 What do deserts, snowplows and reclaimed water all have in common? They can all be culprits in creating saline or sodic soil conditions. In regions where little rainfall occurs annually, saline and sodic soil conditions are common. Frequent applications of effluent or poor-quality irrigation water can[...] Read more... Contec DG - Gen 3 and Foltec SG Posted on August 2, 2018 The combination of Contec DG® - Gen 3 dispersing granules and Foltec® SG soluble granules provides ideal premium nutrition for greens, tees, and other fine turf. Gen 3 represents the latest evolution of the Contec DG product range. Featured on select products, these granules are[...] Read more... The Andersons Hires Tyler Warner as Territory Manager Posted on June 5, 2018 The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE) announces the addition of Tyler Warner to its Plant Nutrient Group to serve as Territory Manager for the Professional Turf Business. Warner will manage the distribution of the business’ turf and ornamental products in the Southeast Region of the United States. [...] Read more... Game On, Brown Patch! Posted on June 1, 2018 In this case study, learn how one Ohio LCO is working to overcome the early onset of brown patch brought on by a hotter and wetter-than-normal spring. Jared McIntosh takes a great deal of pride in the lawns of his customers. As Operations Manager for TurfMan,[...] Read more... HCU FSG Minors Posted on May 31, 2018 Combining HCU and Foltec SG Minors creates an ideal tank mix of nitrogen, humic acid, and minor elements. Applied anytime during the growing season, this pair delivers exceptional performance without breaking the budget. When thinking about proven results and adaptability for fairway-based nutrition, sprayable urea is a[...] Read more... The Andersons Hires Agronomist Anthony Goldsby for Professional Turf Business Posted on May 11, 2018 The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE) announces the addition of Anthony (Tony) Goldsby to its Plant Nutrient Group to serve as Agronomist for the Professional Turf Business. Goldsby will provide product and technical support to the business and serve as a resource for distributors and customers in the golf,[...] Read more... Are Your Customers At Risk for Summer Lawn Diseases? Posted on May 1, 2018 Starting a program for disease prevention can seem a bit daunting if you're not familiar with how pathogens work. To begin, you have to understand the elements that are necessary for disease to occur. For disease to occur, you must first have a susceptible plant host.[...] Read more... The Andersons to donate more than $25,000 in products for 2018 Golf Industry Show Silent Auction Posted on February 7, 2018 The Andersons has donated more than $25,000 in products for the 2018 Golf Industry Show Silent Auction. The Silent Auction, which will be open online Feb. 1-19, is held in conjunction with the 2018 Golf Industry Show in San Antonio, Feb. 3-8. The Andersons’ donation to the auction benefits the Environmental[...] Read more... Contec DG Gen3 Posted on February 7, 2018 SAVE TIME AND MONEY Gen 3 granules are completely homogeneous, allowing for a consistent spread pattern. The granules also stand out against turf, making it easy to see where product has been applied, decreasing the possibility of over-application. [...] Read more... LCO-1000 Posted on January 29, 2018 The LCO-1000™ Professional Rotary Spreader We’re proud to introduce our newest spreader, the LCO-1000. Designed and priced specifically for the LCO market, the LCO-1000 truly represents the new industry standard in lawn care spreaders. Commercial turfgrass managers have the challenging task of[...] Read more... The Andersons Hires Alan Hollen as Territory Manager Posted on January 23, 2018 The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE) announces the addition of Alan Hollen to its Plant Nutrient Group to serve as Territory Manager for the Professional Turf Business. Hollen will manage the distribution of the business’ turf and ornamental products in Southeastern Indiana, Central and Southern Ohio, Kentucky, Western[...] Read more... A+ Testing Posted on September 16, 2017 PDF FOR MORE INFORMATION: Please complete the form, and we’ll get you in touch with your Territory Manager from The Andersons. Read more... The Andersons to Launch HCU™ - Humic Coated Urea at Golf Industry Show Posted on January 18, 2017 The Andersons, Inc. Plant Nutrient Group Professional Turf Business announces the launch of HCU™ – Humic Coated Urea at the Golf Industry Show, which will take place February 4-9, 2017 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. HCU is an innovative nitrogen source featuring urea-humate[...] Read more... The Andersons Launches Foltec SG® at Golf Industry Show Posted on February 1, 2016 The Andersons, Inc. Plant Nutrient Group Professional Business announces the launch of Foltec SG at the Golf Industry Show which will take place February 6 – 11, 2016 at the San Diego Convention Center in California. Foltec SG is an innovative foliar nutrient technology that consists of a proprietary[...] Read more... ARCHIVES 2021 January, 2021 (3) February, 2021 (1) March, 2021 (5) April, 2021 (3) May, 2021 (2) June, 2021 (6) July, 2021 (3) August, 2021 (4) September, 2021 (6) October, 2021 (2) 2020 CATEGORIES Sports Turf Lawn & Landscape Golf News Video Agronomy ©2021 The Andersons, Inc. Privacy Terms of Use Sitemap Close Map