Resources
Why Was ITGAP Created?
ITGAP was created to maintain identity of turfgrass varieties and to establish production protocols to assure purity and quality.
International Turfgrass Genetic Assurance Program (ITGAP)
ITGAP does not guarantee a genetically pure product to the end user., but by participating in the program, both ITGAP and the grower are able to state that the grower is producing grass to a certain standard.
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?
Program Standards: As part of the quality control and assurance process, all growers of certified varieties must follow the ITGAP Program Standards.
ITGAP Standards: Download the full list of the International Turfgrass Genetic Assurance Program Standards (pdf format).
Turfgrass: Value of Genetic Purity: For more information on the program, click here (pdf format)