Dr. Robert (Bob) Sheard, a founder of the Guelph Turfgrass Institute and a key player in the formation of Sports Turf Canada, has passed away at the age of 93.
Read more: Key Founder of GTI, Sports Turf Canada passes away at age 93
Postponed — September 2020 public hearing on proposed changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation
via Allied Golf Association of BC
It’s no secret, golf courses have been busy this summer! Speak to anyone in the industry and they will tell you that tee-sheets are full and there are more people enjoying the game than they have ever seen.
Read more: BC Golf Rounds Up 16.8% - Increase Outpaces National Average
With fall upon us, most golf courses in British Columbia are in the midst of the transition to off-season operations. In a typical year, most facilities would also be deep into planning for 2021 but 2020 has been anything but typical, including preparations for an influx of snowbirds. Making heads or tails of the past season and predicting the level of play in 2021 is a challenging proposition and is something that will affect every member of the golf industry.
Farmers! Got unwanted pesticides or livestock/equine medications?
Safely dispose of unwanted or obsolete agricultural pesticides and livestock/equine medications – no charge! Take them to the following locations on the dates noted between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Read more: Cleanfarms 2020 Unwanted Pesticides & Old Livestock/ Equine Medications Collection