Collecting and using data to optimise surface performance

Data collection can be incredibly useful and informative if done correctly. This class looks at practical ways to collect, interpret and present data that will improve surface performance and provide evidence for management and committees to make correct decisions.

Procedures to accurately collect and log data such as firmness, clip volume, growth ratio, smoothness, speed, moisture, OM levels, GDD, GP and sward quality will be discussed. Participants will be encouraged to discuss their own methods of data collection and conclusions so all attendees can learn and develop from each other.

Learning outcomes:

• Learn how data collection can improve the way you work
• Understand how to interpret data you collect at your site
• How to present data that is persuasive to management
• Methods to optimise nutrition and management practices
• Ensure all the operations you perform can be measured and monitored

Presented by:

Geoff Fenn

Research & Development Director Origin Amenity Solutions Ltd

Geoff has over 30 years experience in the sportsturf industry combining both direct turf management as a Golf Course Manager and commercially in research, product testing, and evaluation of new and existing products. He has a passion for science and research with an interest in all the latest findings from the Origin Amenity Solutions research centre in Essex, and from fellow turfgrass scientists across the globe.

Kelly Clack

UK Technical Manager Origin Amenity Solutions Ltd

Kelly has worked in the amenity industry for 18 years. She started her career in sportsturf construction and currently works for Origin Amenity Solutions as the UK Technical Manager for the group. Following her time at STRI, Kelly has worked across all amenity sports sectors and developed a real passion for sustainable turf management and nutritional inputs. Her current role allows her to spend time in the field to identify sector issues, feeding the information back into the OAS Research and Development team at the Turf Science & Technology Centre.