Turf Talk by Lawn Solutions Australia

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Turf Talk, Joe sits down with veteran superintendent Scott Harris to discuss his remarkable 30-plus-year career in turf management, from his early days at Cootamundra Country Club to Federal, Belconnen, and Gold Creek in the ACT. They also cover Scott's current role at Narooma Golf Club, where he tackles the unique challenges of coastal maintenance—including salt spray, strong ocean winds, and the famous ocean-clearing "Hogan's Hole" as well as touching on ...

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nath are back with the ultimate spring lawn care tips to whip your yard into shape! They chat about the basics like clearing out winter mess and firing up the mower, plus smart ways to feed your grass using either granular or liquid fertilisers. You'll also get the scoop on stopping pesky weeds with pre-emergents, fixing stubborn compacted soil, and why tough grass varieties like TifTuf are total game-changers for the hot months ahead. Plus, they share some great tips...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe and Nath discuss everything that is happening in the turf industry and at LSA, including bringing Stampede to market and why local Aussie testing is vital for imported grasses, Joe's newfound TV hosting duties, and, most importantly, they revisit their early-season footy predictions to see how their initial footy tips from earlier in the year are holding up. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolu...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe sits down with Will Bowden, Turf Agronomist and Product Development Manager at PGG Wrightson Turf in New Zealand. Will shares his career journey in the turf industry, from starting out playing golf as a kid in Devon, UK, to working as a greenkeeper, moving into sports turf consulting, and ultimately taking on his current agronomy role in New Zealand and the surprising link to some of Australia's most well know sports surfaces. www.lawnsolutionsaustra...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Will Pearce—ICL’s lead for Turf and Landscape across Australia and New Zealand. Will looks back on where it all started, from pushing his dad's old '72 Scott Bonnar mower around the yard to earning his Agricultural Science degree at the University of Queensland. He shares key moments from his career along the way, including digging into turf research with the "Living Turf Library" at Redlands, testing warm-season grass durability and drough...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe sits down with Glenelg Golf Club Course Superintendent Tim Warren to discuss his journey through the turf industry, from his early days in greenkeeping to leading one of Australia's premier golf courses. Tim shares the story behind Glenelg's ambitious course redevelopment, the challenges of delivering a major renovation while maintaining world-class playing conditions, and the vision that's shaping the club's future. It's an insightful conversation coverin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe sits down with Carlos Sartoretto, a highly respected international sports turf agronomist. Carlos shares insights from his extensive career, detailing his journey from studying agronomy engineering in Brazil to managing world-class pitches for the FIFA World Cups in Brazil (2014) and Qatar (2022). He also discusses his time conducting turf research in Australia and his current high-profile role as a pitch cluster manager for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. www.la...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Gerry Faehrmann from Lawn Green to explore a career that has spanned decades in the lawn care and turf industry. From building Lawn Green into one of Australia's most recognised lawn care businesses to becoming a respected educator, coach and advocate for professional lawn care, Gerry shares the lessons he's learned along the way. The conversation covers business growth, marketing, turf management, and the evolution of the industry, offerin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Michael Bradbery from Syngenta to unpack his journey through the turf industry — from starting out as a 15-year-old working on a golf course in Tamworth to becoming Superintendent at Manly Golf Club and working at Royal Randwick before making the move into the corporate side of the industry with Syngenta. Michael shares stories from the early days, the lessons learned along the way, and his perspective on how the turf industry has evolved o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Nathan Bradbury from Nuturf to chat about his journey through the turf industry — from where it all started on the frozen golf courses of the Southern Highlands in NSW to the lessons he’s picked up along the way living and working on the world's best in the United States to revitalising one of Australia's eminent private clubs, The Lakes Golf Club in Sydney. Nathan shares stories from his career, insights into the evolution of the industry,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe and Nath chat all things winter lawn care — what you should be doing right now, common mistakes to avoid, and how to keep your lawn looking healthy and green through the colder months. They also recap a huge week for Lawn Solutions Australia, including the LSA conference and field day and what's coming up. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Bill Carraway of The Turfgrass Group. Bill shares his unconventional path—breaking away from a family of doctors and lawyers to find his calling in the dirt. After being kicked out of his home at 17, he built his first landscaping empire from scratch using nothing but a lawnmower and a credit card to becoming the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at The Turfgrass Group, focusing on the development and licensing of high-performance...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, Joe sits down with Nathan Gisi from MusTurf. Nathan’s path into the turf industry is anything but typical—starting out mowing lawns as a teenager in the US before moving into large-scale construction projects before shifting into landscaping, building experience in irrigation and construction before launching his own business, Lawncrafters. After relocating to Sydney, Nathan worked in data centre infrastructure before stepping into his current role with MusTu...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe and Simon turn the clock back on Australia’s turf industry and uncover how it all really began. Long before turf farms became a staple of suburban development, early imports of kikuyu and couch in the 1930s were quietly reshaping how Australians grew and used grass — from racecourses to backyards Fast forward into the post-war boom, where a surge in population, housing, and infrastructure turned turf from a groundskeeping practice into a full-blown indust...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe welcomes back Marcus Rogers from Turfco. Marcus returns to revisit his earlier predictions on Sabanto’s automated robotic mowers and how they’re shaping the future of turf farming. He also shares a bold new outlook on AI-driven “green on green” spraying technology, and what it could mean for the next wave of on-farm innovation. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nathan are back just as the footy season kicks off, and there’s plenty happening both on and off the field. The guys chat about the buzz around the season opener, the spectacle of the NRL in Las Vegas, the fields themselves and their premiership predictions for the year (see below for prosperity). As well as the footy, the guys chat about the current weather conditions affecting lawns, an update on Stampede Hybrid Buffalo and the upcoming Melbourne International Flowe...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Simon Elsworth, Head of Professional Solutions at Syngenta, to talk leadership, innovation, and where the turf industry is heading next. Simon unpacks how global R&D connects with real-world challenges on Aussie soil, the evolving demands on turf managers, and what it takes to deliver solutions that actually perform. A sharp, insightful chat for anyone working in turf and looking to stay one step ahead. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au...

Send us Fan Mail Joe sits down with Shelley Fincher from the University of Georgia (UGA) to talk turf licensing and what it means to buy a licensed turf variety. Shelley shares her journey at UGA from her science background into law and what the future holds. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe sits down with Merrick van As, from the South African Lawn YouTube channel for a chat that spans continents but speaks the same turf language. From cool season turf battles, setting fire to lawns, the emerging lawn culture in South Africa and how lawn care communities are growing worldwide. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nath are back for 2026, and there’s plenty to catch up on! In this episode, the boys run through what’s been happening to lawns over the last month, the Summer of cricket and what's to come in the turf industry in 2026 Whether you’re in the industry or just keen to stay in the loop, this episode is a great way to get up to speed. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail It's (almost) the end of the year so we thought there was no time like the present to sit down and take a look back at the year that was. From production facility expansions, trade shows and conferences to what's going on in the world of sport (and sports turf) as well as some shoutouts to new members joining LSA and those that have celebrated milestones this year... It's been a massive one so grab a drink with Joe and Nath to finish off the TurfTalk year. www.lawnsolut...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Nathan Edwards fills in for regular host Joe and welcomes back our very first podcast guest Dr. Brian Schwartz, Professor - Crop & Soil Sciences at the University of Georgia. Dr. Schwartz is one of the leading minds in warm-season turfgrass breeding. Dr. Schwartz shares updates on the development of TifTuf, insights into Zoysia Australis, and the latest advancements in zoysiagrass breeding. He also reflects on his journey in turfgrass research and the ong...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Paul Prout, National Corporate Account Manager for Toro Australia, to discuss his journey in the turf industry and future of turf management. Paul shares insights into how Toro is leading innovation in mowing technology and smart automation to make turf care more efficient and sustainable. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe chats with Mick Pascoe, a seasoned golf course superintendent whose career has taken him across Australia, the UK and US, Barbados, Jamaica, Panama, Vietnam and Indonesia. Mick shares insights from decades in the turf industry, discussing the challenges of managing world-class courses in every environment imaginable, his push to use Sir Grange Zoysia on courses, and his passion for green keeping. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolut...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe from Lawn Solutions Australia sits down with Master Greenkeeper Alan FitzGerald, who is currently leading turf operations at Rehoboth Beach Country Club in Delaware. Before his appointment there in 2023, Alan spent 19 years as superintendent at LedgeRock Golf Club in Pennsylvania. With over 30 years of experience across some of the world’s most prestigious private clubs—including Mount Juliet (Ireland), Loch Lomond (Scotland), and Pine Valley (New Jersey)...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Scott Rowe to talk about the fascinating (and labour intensive process) of propagating a brand-new turfgrass variety. Scott shares his insights into the science and patience behind the process — from the very first buffalo runner through to large-scale production. Joe and Scott also discuss the challenges of ensuring consistency, the health of the plant and what it takes to propagate the sheer volume of plants . Whether you’re in the ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe is joined by Cory Spaetti, Chief Operating Officer of Sabanto -an innovative agricultural autonomy company pioneering automation kits for tractors. We dive into the future of robotic automation and how this breakthrough technology is set to transform the turf industry in Australia, particularly within large-scale commercial operations. With Sabanto leading the charge, this conversation offers a fascinating look at how automation is reshaping efficiency, p...

Send us Fan Mail Spring marks a critical period on the turf farm, with increased growth, higher demand, and a sharper focus on quality assurance. In this episode, Joe is joined by Megan from AUSGAP to discuss the vital role the Australian Genetic Assurance Program plays in underpinning industry standards. From genetic purity and traceability to on-farm auditing and best practice guidelines, Megan explains how AUSGAP supports growers in maintaining product integrity and meeting market expectat...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe is joined by Dr. Jim Kerns, Professor of Plant Pathology at NC State University, to discuss turfgrass disease management. Dr. Kerns shares insights from his extensive research on fungal pathogens, seasonal disease patterns, and integrated management strategies as well as his hopes for the future of disease identification and management in turfgrass. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSoluti...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe is joined by Callum Cameron, Golf Course Superintendent at Remuera Golf Club in Auckland, New Zealand. Callum shares insights into the unique challenges and rewards of managing turf in a high-traffic, year-round golfing environment. From renovation strategies to sustainability initiatives, Callum offers a practical look at what it takes to keep one of New Zealand’s busiest golf courses in top condition. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/l...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe is joined by Dr. Chase Straw, Professor of Turfgrass Science at Penn State University. Dr Straw shares his journey through the turf industry, from his early interests in sports turf to his current research on precision turfgrass management. They discuss the latest advancements in technology, data-driven turf care, and the future of sustainable turf practices.... as well as plenty of basketball talk. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawns...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe is joined by Holly Abell from PGG Wrightson working out of New Zealand – Holly is a passionate newcomer to the turf industry with a diverse background across golf courses, sports fields, and turf research. Holly shares her journey through the turf industry, from hands-on roles to the challenges and opportunities of managing turf in different climates. They also chat about the similarities between the Aussie and Kiwi turf scenes, what’s driving the next ge...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe sits down for a catch up with Jason Hodges for a wide-ranging chat covering his Buxus farm, life in landscaping and his dedication to supporting young talent through TAFE. Joe and Jason also chat about his early days as a ball boy with the North Sydney Bears football team and their future in Perth. Tune in for an inspiring mix of horticulture, turf, education, and sport! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube....

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe and Simon sit down to chat about some exciting new additions to the Lawn Solutions lawn care range including the new 10kg Lawn Launcher, ProPlus Mini Prill Fertiliser, the pre-emergent protection offered by Barricade and the new and improved formulation of ColourGuard Plus. Whether you're a keen home lawn enthusiast, a turf professional or a landscaper, there’s plenty of practical info packed into this one! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.c...

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nath are back again to talk all things winter and your lawn! Mowing, maintenance, weeds, pigments, plus much more on how to keep it green and healthy through the cooler months. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe and Simon dive into the story behind the soon to be released to market - Stampede Hybrid Buffalo. They explore the breeding process, the challenges of importing turf varieties and the propagation techniques that are required to have a new turf variety ready for sale. From lab to lawn, get an insight to what it takes to bring the first hybrid buffalo grass to market. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe chats with Caine James about his time managing the sports fields and public spaces for Maitland City Council, the challenges they face, and the strategies they use to keep public spaces looking their best year-round as well as being one of the first to begin using TifTuf. They also discuss how Caine got his start in the turf industry as an apprentice and his time at Nuturf, a career built on turf! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/la...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe is joined by soil scientist Dr. Mick Battam from AgEnviro Solutions for a chat about what’s really happening beneath your turf. From backyard lawns to professional sports fields, They dig into the importance of soil structure, managing compaction, drainage and practical ways to improve turf performance. Whether you're in the commercial sportsturf industry or a home lawn enthusiast, there's plenty to take away from this one. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com....

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Simon are back with a deep dive into everything Couch (Bermuda) They discuss the benefits of couch grass, its maintenance requirements and why it’s a popular choice for lawns and sports fields. Whether you're a homeowner or a professional turf manager, this episode is packed with insights to help you get the best out of your couch grass. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nath are back again to share advice on some current lawn issues and some Autumn lawn care tips to get your lawn looking its best heading into the cooler months. From fertilising and mowing to dealing with seasonal weeds and preparing for Winter, as well as some new products we have available, there's something for every lawn lover in this episode. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Anthony Bashall from the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney to explore the world of turf and landscape management in one of Australia’s most iconic green spaces. Anthony shares insights into maintaining high-quality turf, the challenges of urban horticulture, and the innovative practices used to keep the gardens thriving year-round. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustrali...

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nath are back with a deep dive into Zoysia grass! In this episode we explore how Zoysia has evolved from its origins in Asia to becoming a go-to choice for sports turf managers, golf courses and stadiums around the globe. We'll discuss its unique qualities, why it's gaining popularity in backyards and why it makes an ideal choice for beautiful, sustainable green spaces. Whether you're a turf enthusiast or a casual lawn lover, this episode has something for you!...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with our first international guest of the year, Billy Skaggs from the great state of Georgia in the USA! They discuss how ITGAP (International Turfgrass Genetic Assurance Program) ensures the highest standards of turfgrass quality and certification worldwide, the importance of buying from ITGAP/AUSGAP certified growers, the staggering scale of turf (and peanut) production in the USA and Billy's love of Australia, its landscape and the peo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe chats with Penny from Rosemount Turf about the rich history of their family farm, from its beginnings in the sugar cane industry to its transformation into a thriving turf business. They discuss the challenges of adapting to change, the role of innovation in the turf industry, and how the next generation is shaping the future of the business. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nath wrap up the year with everything you need to know about summer and your lawn! From watering tips and mowing strategies to hydrophobia and preparing for those scorching hot days, Joe and Nath share expert advice to help your lawn thrive during the hottest months of the year. Whether you’re a seasoned lawn enthusiast or just getting started, this episode is packed with practical tips and insights you won’t want to miss. Lawn Solutions watering guide https:...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Dan Docherty from Syngenta Australia to dive into the science and practical applications behind three of Syngenta’s key turf and garden management products. They discuss how Primo Maxx helps to regulate turf growth, the benefits of Acelepryn GR and the features of Trimmit, a growth regulator for plants and hedges. Ideal for turf managers, landscapers, and passionate lawn enthusiasts, this episode provides valuable insights and practical tip...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Simon Adermann to talk about the ‘turfgrass revolution’ that is happening in the sports turf industry. Joe and Simon discuss the work that is happening with newly developed sports turf varieties like TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda and how these grasses are changing turf maintenance for the better. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Andrew Doyle from Trimax, a global leader in high-quality commercial mowing equipment. Andrew shares insights into the innovation behind Trimax's History, products and how their technology is revolutionizing turf care across sports fields, parks, and large-scale landscapes. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe dives into the world of turf management with Paul Jackson from Syngenta. With years of expertise in the industry Paul shares his insights on keeping turf surfaces in top condition, innovative pest control methods, and the future of turf care. Whether you're a turf professional or simply curious about the science behind healthy playing surfaces, this conversation offers valuable takeaways for everyone. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/law...

Send us Fan Mail For up and coming turf managers, one of the best ways to gain experience is through the Ohio State University Global Turf Programme based in the United States. The programme offers internships for greenkeepers between the ages of 19 and 28, which entail upwards of 18 months hands-on practical experience. Currently, between 20 and 30 Australians are training on US courses with over 120 international interns going through each year. So sit down with Joe and his special guest,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe sits down with Matt Oliver, the man behind the playing surface at Suncorp Stadium. As the stadium's grounds manager, Matt shares the challenges of maintaining one of Australia's premier sporting venues. From game-day prep to off-season upkeep, concerts and multi code requirements, he gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to keep the turf in top shape for world-class events. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutio...

Send us Fan Mail It's officially spring! It won't be too long before the days will start to get longer, the sunshine a little warmer and before you know it the lawn and garden will be growing again. But what if it's looking a little average after winter? Don't stress because Joe and Nath share some of their own personal tips and tricks that will help you get your lawn looking great in no time. Joe and Nath also talk about a brand new Lawn Solutions Australia product hitting the shelves soon!...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe sits down with Ben Tilley, president of The Australian Sports Turf Managers Association (ASTMA) to talk about their work with sports turf managers around Australia as well as his work as the course superintendent at Headland Golf Club on the Sunshine Coast. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail It is not enough to just work hard and show up, it also requires a certain spark for innovation and nous. It is this spark and nous that has kept Jimboomba Turf at the forefront of the Australian turf industry. For the last 40 years Jimboomba Turf has been one of Australia's largest turf suppliers in Southeast Queensland with Lynn Davidson at the helm. So sit down with Joe and his special guest this week... Lynn Davidson. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/la...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe catches up with self-professed turf nut Brad Chandler, Owner of Venus Landscaping. Brad and Joe chat about all things landscaping and turf in Melbourne and the surrounding areas of Victoria. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Sit down with Joe and podcast regular Simon Adermann as they chat about their recent trip to the UK where they visited an absolute bucket list of the world’s most famous sporting arenas. Hear all about the hallowed grounds of Wimbledon, the Home of Cricket and Rugby out on the pitches at both Lords and Twickenham, before visiting the iconic Old Trafford, Home of Manchester United! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnS...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Turf Talk Podcast, hosted by Joe Rogers of Lawn Solutions Australia - We feature guests from all over the world, sharing expert commentary and unique insights into all aspects of turf and how it is used on sports fields, lawns and more. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe and Ben Sims from Lawn Tips talk about building your own golf hole in your backyard, from planning to ground preparation, irrigation to turf selection and everything in between. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nath are back again to talk all things winter and your lawn! Mowing, maintenance weeds and keeping it green and healthy through the cooler months. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Scott, the unofficial Zoysia King sits down with Joe to talk about his time as the Open Spaces Manager at Shellharbour City Council, his new found love of Zoysia and how it continues to change the city for the better. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe sits down with Dave Little (Davo), the head sportsturf management teacher at Yallah TAFE in New South Wales. Dave was in the first turfgrass management class at Yallah TAFE and became a greenkeeper as well as working at a race track and running his own landscape design business before heading back to TAFE to teach the next generation of greenkeepers, golf course superintendents and stadium managers. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Joe sits down with Ben Sims from Lawn Tips in the middle of the fairway of his Par 3 golf hole to talk all things Lawn Tips, YouTube, golf and Greenkeeping! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Kick back with Joe and Jason live(ish) from the Welcome Garden at this years Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show (MIFGS) The guys dive into the how's and why's of show gardens, the creative ways turf is used in landscaping and why MIFGS is a must visit for any landscaper, designer or architect. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Sit down with Joe and Nath as they chat about everything you need to know about soft leaf Buffalo (St. Augustine) grass in Australia From its origins, its shade tolerance and growth habits, mowing and fertilising requirements, weed and pest pressures Joe and Nath have you covered. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Turf farming in Australia is in a transitional period and a new generation is taking over. These second (and sometimes third) generation farmers are bringing new perspectives, new ideas and embracing new technologies to push their businesses into the future. So sit down with Joe and his special guest this week... Marcus Rogers! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nath are back and in this episode they discuss the unexpected but still challenging conditions most of us experienced over Summer and what you can do to get your lawn back in shape heading into the cooler months. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Turf farming in the tropics has its advantages (warm weather and good rainfall) but it's not without its challenges as well (excessive amounts of both... with some local wildlife thrown in) Add to that the huge distances required to actually deliver the turf and you start to get an idea of just what it take to turf the tropics. Sit down with Joe and his guest this week, all the way from Cairns, Melissa Denny from Harden Park Lawns. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.faceb...

Send us Fan Mail The Muscat name is as synonymous with turf farming in the Hawkesbury as floods. While turf farming on a highly fertile floodplain has its benefits, it's not without its risks. 2020 to 2022 saw devastating floods ravage the Hawkesbury/Windsor area (this was after one of the worst droughts in recent history), and Josh Muscat's farms were right in the middle of it. Sit down with Joe and his guest Josh Muscat from Green Life Turf as they talk about his family's early days ...

Send us Fan Mail We're back and so is Simon! Simon Adermann, a well known turf industry insider and Lawn Solutions Australia's national business manager got his start in the world of turf as a greenkeeper. So sit down with Joe and Simon as they discuss the early days of Greenkeeping and how things have changed over the years. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Kick back with Joe and Nath as they recap the year that was, everything from releasing a new grass to the market, gold medal show gardens, international guests and everything in between with a little look at what's in store for next year. Thanks to everyone that's tuned in this year, see you all in 2024! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Charlie's back for a deep dive into landscape design, the importance of turf and turf selection in gardens as well as the logistics of building gardens here and abroad (along with some questionable accommodation) Sit down with Joe and his special guest this week Charlie Albone. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Turf farms in Australia are, by nature family run and family operated business, Coolabah turf has been for many years now... so how does a software engineer and rally car driver end up the General Manager of a massive turf growing operation? Sit down with Joe and his special guest this week, Scott Spedding to find out. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nath are back with everything you need to know about your lawn and the summer months ahead From El Niño to soil wetters, mowing heights to plant growth regulators and watering best practices the boys have you covered. Lawn Solutions Australia Turf Installation & Initial Care Practice Guidelines www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Envu was founded in 2022 as a company built on a half century of environmental science experience for the sole purpose of advancing healthy environments. In this episode, Joe and his special guest Jyri Kaapro from Envu catch up and discuss the process of bringing new technologies in fungicides, herbicides, insecticides and nematicides to the market and how their work will help provide better, faster, and smarter results. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/l...

Send us Fan Mail For 50 years Bruce has been a stalwart of the seed and turf industry. From his passion for racehorses as a youngster to working for seed and fertiliser companies before his introduction to the instant turf world in the 70's Bruce has seen plenty of changes over the years. Sit down with Joe and his special guest this week, Bruce Stephens for a remarkable look back at an outstanding career. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtub...

Send us Fan Mail Transitioning from a purely cool season turf farm to suddenly running the family business at a young age and turfing some of the countries most prestigious race tracks one square meter at a time is only part of the ANCO story. Sit down with Joe and his special guest this week, Ryan Cotter from ANCO Instant Turf. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Charlie's back! Ever wondered what it's like working as a full time landscape designer while simultaneously filming a TV show, building an award winning show garden (with some unique turf usage) AND getting shredded to step out of your comfort zone and onto the dance floor? Well wonder no more... Sit down with Joe and our special guest this week, the always wonderful, Charlie Albone. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.yo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Turf Talk Garry shares his story from the humble beginnings when he started turf farming 38 years ago, turfing race tracks, how he has grown the small operation into one of Victorias largest turf production businesses and what it was like being the first grower to bring Sir Walter to the south in what was then a cool season turf market. So sit down with Joe and his special guest, the man the myth the legend, Garry Lusk from Lilydale Instant lawn. www...

Send us Fan Mail Everything's bigger in Texas and the job Dr Chandra does is no exception. Sit down with Joe and his special guest Dr Ambika Chandra from Texas A&M University in the USA as they talk about her journey from growing up in India to becoming a professor of turfgrass breeding in Texas, molecular genetics and her dream to see one of her turf varieties in Aussie backyards. Be sure to hang around because there's some bonus content at the end of this episode that wont be availabl...

Send us Fan Mail Dr Christian Spring is the lead scientist globally for the Sports Turf Research Institute. STRI provides a wide range of top-shelf services, including stadium design, sports turf R&D, consultancy and all facets of sports turf engineering. Some of Christian/STRI’s clients and projects include the FIFA World Cup, Wimbledon Championships, and many Olympic surfaces... so sit down with Joe Rogers and his special guest all the way from the UK, Dr Christian Spring. www.lawnsolut...

Send us Fan Mail Scalp or verticut? core or aerate? top dress or not? Do you even need to renovate??? Let Joe and Nath walk you through everything you need to know about renovating your lawn this spring. Don't forget, last episode we did a deep dive on everything spring and lawns so you'll want to check that out before you decide to renovate. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Spring has sprung so sit down with Joe and Nath to discuss all things lawn! In part 1 we deep dive into everything spring and lawns... Mower maintenance, fertilisers, grub and weed control and much much more. If that wasn't enough we'll be doubling down next week with episode 2 where its all things lawn renovation! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Running a business that produces as much turf as the entirety of the Australian turf industry, let alone retail stores in 5 states across the south east of the United states is no small task. Sit down with Joe and his special guest Brandon Eubanks from Super-Sod in the USA as they talk about the logistics of keeping such a huge operation running, how TifTuf has changed their business for the better and the phenomenal amount of turf they harvest in a single ...

Send us Fan Mail Simon was born into turf, his dad was a PGA golf pro and he loved everything to do with turf from early on, from his days as an 11 year old building a golf course on the family property to turfing some of the worlds most hallowed sports grounds like Leeds United football club Lords cricket ground and Wembley Stadium to name a few.... so sit down with Joe Rogers and his special guest all the way from the UK, Simon Hutton. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawn...

Send us Fan Mail Sit down with Joe and Nath to discuss all things winter and your lawn! In this episode we discuss winter weeds, dormancy and colour in your lawn over the cooler months. Spring is just around the corner as well so Joe and Nath start the conversation about what you should be thinking about for the months ahead. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Sit down with Joe Rogers and his special guest Trent Hobson, Project Manager at Twin View Turf and the man behind the construction of some iconic sports fields. Trent shares some behind the scenes info on the pads they use to resurface Suncorp Stadium, the construction of next generation of fields like Brighton Homes Arena and Kayo Stadium as well as his role as president of STA QLD and the importance of looking out for each other in the industry. www.lawnsolutionsaustra...

Send us Fan Mail Joe and Nath are back! In this episode we deep dive into everything Lawn Solutions Australia. Have you ever wanted to know what it takes to bring a new turf variety to market? How turf is imported from overseas? or what exactly goes into our trial work? If that wasn't enough, Joe and Nath are also joined by special guest Michael Sutton from AUSGAP to discuss the importance of turf certification and genetic purity. www.ausgap.com.au www.lawnsolutionsaustrali...

Send us Fan Mail Sit down with Joe Rogers and his special guest Max Stephenson, owner of Twin View Turf in south east Queensland, one of Australia's largest sports turf suppliers. Max shares some stories about the early days of Tobacco farming and the change to turf, the need for innovation on the farm and driving his 100 year old car, literally around the world. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Sit down with Joe Rogers and his special guest Simon Adermann, a well known turf industry insider and Lawn Solutions Australia's national business manager. Simon shares his passion for green-keeping, his love of lawn bowls, his journey though the turf industry and the secret to having the countries nicest Sir Grange Zoysia lawn! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Can you lay turf in winter? Will mowing your lawn short make it grow slower? Do lawns need a lot of water? Catch up with Joe and Nathan as they debunk some of the most common lawn and lawn care myths! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Who remembers Nigel from our iconic Sir Walter Buffalo ads from the past? Sit down with Joe as we catch up with our great mate Nigel Ruck, TV celebrity and landscaping 'garden' guru to talk all things landscaping, TV, and turf! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail The easter long weekend is the perfect time to prepare your lawn for winter so sit down with Joe and Nath from Lawn Solutions Australia to discuss all things autumn lawn care! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Sit down with Joe Rogers from Lawn Solutions Australia and Brenton Kliem, one of Australia's biggest lawn Youtubers! Brenton shares where his passion for turf came from, the early days of his YouTube channel and his impressive collection of turf grasses. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Catch up with Joe and Nathan for a recap on Joes recent US study trip where they discuss everything from turf farming in the US, exclusive member only golf courses and the amazing world of turf genetics and research as well as some lawn tips and things to keep an eye on over the coming months. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Sit down with Joe Rogers from Lawn Solutions Australia and Charlie Albone, one of Australia's leading Landscape Designers. Charlie talks about how he got started in Landscaping, his early days on TV and all things turf! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Sit down with Joe Rogers from Lawn Solutions Australia and the landscaping legend himself Jason Hodges on his farm to talk about how he got into landscaping, his escape to the country, all things turf and his new business venture, Buxus Balls of Berry! www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia

Send us Fan Mail Sit down with Joe Rogers from Lawn Solutions Australia and Dr Brian Schwartz from the university of Tifton in Georgia who gives us an insight into the development of TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda and its release into the US and Australian markets. www.lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au www.facebook.com/lawnsolutionsaustralia www.youtube.com/@LawnSolutionsAustralia