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Build A Social Media Strategy In Three Easy Steps

December 19, 2016 at 2:12 pm Social media can appear overwhelming. There are countless networks to choose from (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pintrest, Instagram, and Snapchat, just to name a few). However, social media doesn’t have to be overwhelming. All you need is knowledge, a little time, and a plan. Whether you’ve already been using social […]

Lawn Diseases 2016

September 13, 2016 at 8:08 am The summer of 2016 has been quite favorable for the development of an assortment of infectious diseases on residential turf. The primary driver of all of this disease activity is the weather. In the lower Midwest, the combination of elevated temperature and ample precipitation since the beginning of August […]

Protect Your Turf From Summer Stress With The Holiday Spray Program

May 16, 2016 at 2:51 pm Taking care of Northern turf is a tough job. During the summer months, stressors like heat, humidity, traffic, aeration, and disease pressure make it even tougher. That’s why BASF developed the Holiday Spray program. This easy-to-remember spray program will keep your turf fit, healthy, and resilient. Apply Intrinsic brand […]

Meet the New Sales Team from Missouri and Illinois

January 18, 2016 at 8:59 pm Agro-Logics is now Advanced Turf Solutions – and it is still your one stop shop for nearly every aspect of turf, ornamental, aquatic, and athletic field maintenance. In January 2016, Agro-Logics joined the growing team of Advanced Turf Solutions to expand and provide even more for our valued customers. […]

Drought Is Near

August 10, 2015 at 8:07 am For the most part, Mother Nature has been kind to the Ohio Valley this spring and for the first part of summer. But, as they say, “the end is near.” As we get into mid-August and September temperatures typically raise and rainfall amounts seem to disappear. So what should […]

Update Fertilizer Raw Material Pricing

April 05, 2012 at 2:55 pm Category: Product News This morning we received a revealing market update from a key fertilizer supplier on raw material pricing. In an effort to help our customers plan future pricing, we would like to pass this information on to you today. Right now Urea pricing in the words of […]

Sam Huff Man Of The Year

November 13, 2013 at 11:30 am Our very own Sam Huff had the honor of receiving the 2013 Winfrey P Bunton II Kentucky Turfgrass Man of the Year award, presented by Dr. AJ Powell Jr. and Dr. Dwight Barkley at the KTC Conference and Trade Show on Tuesday, October 22. This prestigious award could not […]

Bringing Life Back To The Devastated Turf

August 13, 2012 at 3:00 am Face it, there is dead turf everywhere out there. Lawn Care professionals need to be gearing up for a huge over seed and repair program this fall for their customers. Prime seeding time is August 20 through September 15, God willing that it starts raining. First order of business […]

Rain Rain Go Away

July 20, 2015 at 7:23 am It’s what we are all asking and wondering, when will this rain stop? Years like this, with way above average rainfall, pose many different problems and concerns then what a so-called “normal year” would. Most of us in the green industry are dealing with oversaturated soils; the moisture simply […]

The Jrm Fall Promotion Is Here Again

August 19, 2013 at 3:00 am For the 2nd straight year, Advanced Turf Solutions is pleased to announce our fall JRM promotion. Order any JRM tine or bedknife by September 30th and take delivery by October 11th to receive a 5% discount along with 60 day extended payment terms. This is Advanced Turf Solution’s second year […]

Spring Deliveries

February 26, 2015 at 4:07 pm Category: Around the Turf Scene March is a transitional month for our industry. Not only are we transitioning from winter to spring, but our customers are also transitioning into their spring work. As orders begin rolling in, now is the time for Advanced Turf’s operations and sales teams and […]

Soil Tests Show High Sodium Levels On Greens

August 27, 2012 at 3:00 am The summer of 2012 had to be a great year for irrigation companies. The lack of rain illustrated poor irrigation coverage as well as nasty water quality. We ran soil tests on a country club in February and again in August. The sodium (Na) levels had increased anywhere from […]

Tnla Green Industry Expo

January 14, 2013 at 8:57 am With the stresses of summer behind, both landscapers and nurserymen can take the time to relax and learn about the most recent advances in the industry. The Tennessee Green Industry Expo was held this past week at the Nashville Convention Center. Over 100 vendors from all across the country […]

In The Thick Of It

August 11, 2014 at 3:00 am Developing a healthy, dense lawn comes from the right cultural practices, such as proper grass species and cultivar selection, proper mowing heights and fertilization, and other good management practices. The need for herbicides to control weeds can be greatly reduced if the lawn is well maintained. So what should […]

2016 May Employee Spotlight

May 26, 2016 at 7:51 am Our company is full of great employees, who go the extra mile for our customers. The two employees selected for the May 2016 Employee Spotlight are no exception. Let’s get to know, Jim Stoller and Sam White. Jim Stoller Employee Since 2010 Jim Stoller has 20 years of experience […]

Through The Looking Glass Millennials Their Preferences And Homeownership

February 08, 2017 at 10:30 am If you watch the news, the future can often seem bleak. You’ve heard about Millennials having difficulty finding good jobs and turning away from the values and ideals that many generations before them have firmly held to. I, like many, was getting increasingly concerned about the future of the […]

The Employee Spotlight Blog Is A Year Old

April 28, 2016 at 8:26 pm The Employee Spotlight blog has reached the one-year mark! In honor of reaching this milestone, we have featured all the employees from the past year. Let’s get to know them all one more time. Rob Bennett Regional Operations Manager Employee Since 2002 Read More> Rob Buckner Regional Operations […]

Some Things Just Blend Well Together Bluegrass And Bermudagrass

December 07, 2015 at 10:22 am Rum and coke, tequila and lime, no matter what they are, some things just blend well together. Even bluegrass and bermudagrass blend well together. Our industry has been discussing this concept for sometime, but in the last few years, the thought process, interest, and testing have exploded (We have […]

Aerification Is Like A Close Cut Shave

November 28, 2011 at 7:31 am Although most golfers think aerification is a needless process done only to keep them off the links, we all know it’s a necessary evil. I always hated the problems that came from marking irrigation and drainage components. An irrigation head or drain grate usually gets hit because the operator […]

Turf Screen Reduces 75% of UV Radiation post

Start Turf Screen Now And Improve Turf Quality

Summer conditions punish turfgrass. Beginning Turf Screen applications now will ensure your turf will retain enough energy and strength to withstand stresses of summer. Here's why you should begin Turf Screen applications now:

Managing Both Lawn And Ornamental Bed Weeds That Have Taken Over

September 12, 2016 at 10:20 am Fall is one of my favorite times of the year as I really look forward to the cooler weather, beautiful foliage, and Cleveland Browns football. Well, at least 2 of those things are worth the wait, right? Fall is also a great time to address issues that have surfaced […]

New Locations In Pennsylvania And Northern Columbus

April 19, 2016 at 8:08 am Advanced Turf Solutions is growing again! We have outgrown two of our warehouse locations in Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh area) and Northern Columbus, Ohio. The new facilities are bigger and more spacious, which means we can now assist you with more ease. The new locations are very close to the previous […]

Its About That Time 4 Key Items To Consider This Spring

January 18, 2016 at 8:28 pm With February just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking spring. Here are four key items you should consider this spring: Concerns and issues from the prior season to prevent them from recurring this season. Selection of pre-emergent this spring with or without fertilizer for turf and landscape […]

Ice Melter State Of The Nation

January 14, 2015 at 3:02 pm Category: Product News With the official start of winter only a few weeks behind us, let’s pause to take stock of what can only be described as a roller-coaster ride in the ice melter industry so far this season. The end of the previous season saw distributors and end […]

Winter Education Series Lawn Care Landscape

Winter Education Series – Lawn Care & Landscape *UPDATED* January 26, 2012 at 9:14 am For many turf enthusiasts, the long winter months are a good time to expand your knowledge of turf management. To assist you with this pursuit, Advanced Turf Solutions would like to invite each of you to our Winter Education Series. […]

Holganix Trials

May 06, 2013 at 3:00 am A customer, Keith Jackson at Hydroseed, Inc. of Osceola, Indiana, shared the following pictures taken on 4/27/2013. Turfgrass was planted in mid-September 2012. On 3/30/2013, the turf pictured above was fertilized with ATS 30-0-4 30% SCU,1% Fe at 1 lb N/ 1,000 sq ft rate. On 3/30/2013, this turf […]

Wetting Agents Are Not Just For Golf Courses

May 21, 2012 at 3:00 am For thirty years I have been trying to get grass and ornamental plants to grow in crappy soil. I have fought clay soils on slopes and flowerbeds to no end, pouring the water on them to keep them going. And then I found wetting agents. Simply put, wetting agents […]

Updated Foliar Fertility Strategies1

July 15, 2015 at 1:58 pm Each year presents its own unique weather challenges. So far in 2015, many are dealing with excessive rainfall. Not only do the constant storms limit our opportunities to play golf and enjoy other outdoor hobbies, but, the weather is beginning to have a negative impact on turfgrass. Extended periods […]

Prepare For Summer Stress With Foliar Pak

April 30, 2012 at 3:05 am As summer approaches, one of the most effective ways to prepare turf for environmental stress is by devising a sound foliar fertility program. Research has shown that small consistent foliar fertilizer applications result in more consistent growth and putting green conditions. Controlled growth and fewer flushes of growth also […]

Spring Is For The Bugs

March 31, 2015 at 12:54 pm Category: Around the Turf Scene Spring has sprung and soon we will all be swatting those pesky insects away from us. People will be asking, “What will control ________?” You can fill in the blank. Thankfully, Advanced Turf Solutions put together a handy Insecticide guide to help you decide […]

Using Photographs In The Green Industry

October 29, 2012 at 3:00 am I know you have heard the saying “a picture is worth a thousand words”. We all know this is true and it is very important in the green industry because we are all about how it looks! How many times have you lost the location of a valve box, […]

Back To Basics Seeding 101

Like it or not, summer is quickly coming to a close. Before long, the pools will be shutting down for the season, the kids will be heading back to school, and for many of us football will again take center stage. And for those of us in the turf business, we are heading into the […]

Holganix Shows Remarkable Results On Bermuda Multi Purpose Fields

September 09, 2013 at 3:00 am Hello everyone, I wanted to share the remarkable results that we just uncovered out at the City Of Brentwood Parks and Rec. in Brentwood, TN on their Bermuda multi-purpose fields. Below you will find two pictures, the first showing an overall pic of the three fields that we pulled […]

Part 2 The Linemark Paint System Is Available For Customers

May 24, 2016 at 8:14 am In part 1 of our Linemark paint system introduction, we discussed that Advanced Turf Solutions has teamed up with Linemark International to bring you the iGo series paint machines and Impact series paint as well as the basics of why these machines and paint are innovative and the best […]

Nikki Hendrickson, Greg Pavlovcic, Brett Ziegler and Brian Hissem

2017 National Sales Meeting

January 19, 2017 at 10:53 am Early in January, our sales team, vendors, and industry experts gathered in the sunny state of Florida for our 2017 National Sales Meeting. The 3-day long meeting was brimming was new ideas, education, fun and camaraderie. Thank you to all of our vendors for supporting this event and our […]

The Unique Features of Linemark Machines

Part 1 Introduction To The Linemark Paint System

April 27, 2016 at 10:46 am I am happy and excited to announce that Advanced Turf Solutions and Linemark International have teamed up to bring you the iGO series paint machines and Impact series paint. The innovative Linemark products are new to the United States, but have gained acclaim in the UK and several other […]

Preparing Your Lawn For A Well Deserved Rest

November 25, 2015 at 3:45 pm After a long season of mowing, dogs running, kids playing, and summer activities on your lawn, it is time for it to take a well-deserved rest. Before the cold weather sets in and the snow starts flying, there are some things you can do, which will help produce healthy […]

Preparing Your Lawn For Winter

November 23, 2011 at 12:00 am Getting your lawn ready for winter is very important to ensure it has a healthy start in the spring. By applying a high nitrogen fertilizer in November, your lawn will experience earlier green-up and good root development. Be sure to remove or finely mulch leaves to allow sunlight to […]

How To Add New Mix To Existing Mix

May 04, 2016 at 7:40 am The next step is to blecavate/ till the existing mix into the new mix (photo 1). This is often the overlooked step in this process. It is time consuming, but necessary to ensure good soil bonding. Following this, roll the infield using a three ton roller (photo 2). Photo […]

The L.t. Rich Z Plug Making Aeration Season More Profitable

September 06, 2016 at 9:24 am As the calendar turns to September, we can all begin to look forward to the return of college football and (hopefully) cool, crisp mornings. But for those of us in the turf industry, September also signifies the unofficial beginning to a 4-6 week period where cultivation and seeding projects […]