TifGrand Rugby Fields Updates

TifGrand Rugby Fields Updates

The success of using TifGrand at several venues during the Rugby World Cup 2019 Japan Games has led to a reputable national-level project. Miyazaki prefecture built a new rugby practice field devoted to the Japan Men’s Rugby National Team (Brave Blossoms). Read...
Why Was ITGAP Created?

Why Was ITGAP Created?

Presentation from February 2007 Terry Hollifield, executive director of Georgia Crop Improvement Association Download PDF Presentation Why Was ITGAP Created? Maintain identity of turfgrass varieties University of Georgia varieties Privately released varieties...
International Turfgrass Genetic Assurance Program (ITGAP)

International Turfgrass Genetic Assurance Program (ITGAP)

International Turfgrass Genetic Assurance Program 2425 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, Georgia 30605 Phone: 706-542-2351 Email: itgap@gacrop.org Administered by the Georgia Crop Improvement Association. ALL MATERIALS AND PROCESSES COPYRIGHTED  Terry Hollifield,...
Turfgrass: Value of Genetic Purity

Turfgrass: Value of Genetic Purity

Just what is genetic purity and why is the concept so important to the turfgrass industry and to golf courses in particular? Golf course superintendents have several goals. The most critical for job security is to create aesthetically pleasing and consistent playing...