{"title":"Lambert McCarty","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLambert McCarty\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in practical and detailed guides within the field of golf turf management, offering invaluable insights for both professionals and enthusiasts. His works combine scientific knowledge with hands-on expertise, making complex subjects accessible and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect authoritative texts focused on maintaining and improving golf course environments, ideal for those seeking thorough reference materials in sports turf education and landscape care. McCarty’s writing is essential for anyone dedicated to understanding the intricacies of sustainable turf management.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"golf-turf-management-by-lambert-mccarty-9781138584068","title":"Golf Turf Management","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGolf Turf Management\u003c\/em\u003e provides information on major agronomic and economic topics related to building and maintaining a viable golf course. The book features both basic and applied information on available grasses, including selection and use, applied turfgrass physiology, soils and soil amendments, environmental concerns, and comprehensive information on turfgrass physiology, plant nutrition, turf fertilizers, and water management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt discusses managing turf diseases, insects, and weeds, turf cultural practices, managing greens and tees, as well as corporate course management strategies. Colour photographs throughout illustrate concepts and topics, including all major pest problems associated with golf courses and various agronomic practices necessary for successful and profitable course operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book suggests strategies to develop best management practices for golf courses, including personnel and financial considerations when developing and implementing annual budgets, leasing versus buying equipment, and managing inventory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book features sixteen chapters organised in a logical sequence conducive for teaching and practical use. Drawing on the author's more than thirty years of experience and research, the author brings together a wealth of information on how to optimise golf turf management and performance. \u003cem\u003eGolf Turf Management\u003c\/em\u003e is the only complete, up-to-date text dedicated to agronomic practices and personnel management practices necessary for fiscal success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47605954838764,"sku":"9781138584068","price":447.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781138584068-golf-turf-management.jpg?v=1778143050"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lambert-mccarty.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}