What’s in a soil analysis?

Many golf courses will undertake soil analysis to guide their fertiliser applications, but the interpretation of the results can be confusing. This half day class examines the process of soil sampling and the interpretation of soil analysis results. Actual results will be explained and discussed and the critical information highlighted to provide a guide to getting the most from the process. The class will also provide advice on how to utilise soil results as part of your annual golf course management, with plenty of opportunity for asking questions and developing your knowledge in this area.

• Describe how to take soil samples for the best outcome
• Appraise and contrast results from different laboratories
• Prioritise the most important results of a soil analysis
• Evaluate the critical data on a soil analysis in terms of turf grass performance
• Process soil results into a workable management plan for turf surfaces

Presented by:

Fergal Greenan

Technical Area Sales Manager ICL

Fergal's extensive skillset was honed while working on various major golf courses in the US through the prestigious Ohio State Program. He also holds a Bachelor of Agricultural Science in Horticulture, Landscape, and Sports Turf Management, along with a Certificate in Teaching. Before joining ICL, Fergal served as a horticulture lecturer at the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) in Antrim, Northern Ireland.

Phil Collinson

Turf & Landscape: Sales & Business Development Manager ICL

 

Phil Cillinson is the Turf & Landscape: Sales & Business Development Manager for ICL in their Turf and Landscape business. Having spent almost 10 years as a Head Groundsman in professional sport he subsequently joined ICL in 2015. He has both BASIS and FACTS advisor qualifications to his name as well as progressing to become an examiner for BASIS. He is highly passionate about the industry and takes pride in being progressive in his advice to turf managers.