What's in a soil analysis?

1:30PM - 5:00PM, 22 Jan 2024

Many golf courses will undertake soil analysis to guide their fertiliser applications, but the interpretation of the results can be confusing. This class examines the process of soil sampling and the interpretation of soil analysis results. Real life data 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 opportunities for asking questions and developing your knowledge in this area.

Learning outcomes:

  • How to take soil samples for best outcomes
  • Appraise and contrast results from different laboratories
  • List the important features of a soil analysis
  • 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:

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Dr Andy Owen

International Technical Manager ICL Turf & Landscape

Dr Andy Owen is the International Technical Manager for ICL Growing Solutions, Turf and Landscape Division.  

He is a sports-turf agronomist and a soil scientist who has previously worked as a researcher at the STRI (Sports Turf Research Institute), and a lecturer at Myerscough College.   

His current role focuses on research and new product development for the Turf and Landscape division at ICL.

He is passionate about the communication of technical knowledge within our industry and the promotion of good research practice.

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Henry Bechelet

Technical Sales Manager UK & Ireland ICL Turf & Landscape

Henry Bechelet is Technical Sales Manager for ICL Growing Solutions, Turf and Landscape Division in the UK & Ireland. Henry has been in the turf industry for over 25 years. He originally trained as an agricultural agronomist but then joined the turfgrass industry as a trainee agronomist in the early 90’s. Henry has spent roughly half his career engaged in independent consultancy and the other half on the commercial side of the industry.

 

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