The fescue five return: Secrets of the sustainable sward
Back by popular demand, the Fescue Five return to BTME with fresh insights into building turf that stands the test of time and the climate. This year’s seminar delves deep into the latest science of fine fescues, from cutting‑edge seed breeding to real‑world performance on UK golf and sports turf. With droughts now a recurring challenge, learn how to plan today for next summer’s water stresses without compromising playability or presentation. Anne‑Mette Dahl Jensen and Stuart Yarwood MG will share the newest data on species selection, cultivar innovation, and the role of low‑input management in keeping turf healthy under pressure from heat, salt, and disease. You’ll discover how to select and blend top‑rated fescue varieties for every surface, and how smart overseeding can transform sward resilience.
Learning outcomes:
- Identify the strengths of each fine fescue species in the “Fescue Five” and their role in long‑term sustainability
- Understand how to prepare and manage turf for next year’s drought conditions
- Discover how overseeding with modern cultivars enhances turf health, density, and stress tolerance
- Learn how to create balanced species mixes for greens, tees, fairways, and roughs
- Gain insight into the breeding and trial process behind leading fescues and how it addresses real‑world turf pressures
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