TurPh.Dudes Podcast

In Episode #62, the TurPh.Dudes are joined by CJ Buck and Casey Rowell, Harrell's territory managers, to talk about what it takes to prep a turf field for various teams around the world to play during the World Cup. The guys discuss what makes hosting these high level matches unique, how the soil profile is built for perfect performance, how player expectations of pitch are similar and differ among countries, and much more. Listen in to this exciting discussion.

In Episode #61, the TurPh.Dudes are joined by Dr. Dale Sanson, senior director of formulation development and compliance chemistry, and Alan Estes, southeast field development representative, for a conversation about herbicide selection, the importance of pesticide formulations for turf safety and weed control efficacy, and new product offerings from PBI Gordon.

In episode #60, The TurPh.Dudes discuss thatch and organic matter management with Dr. Phil Dwyer from ZymeCo and Mr. Rob Cooper from Living Turf in Australia. The episode’s discussion is centered on a novel enzyme-based approach to managing thatch and the science behind ThatchZyme. We explore practical application strategies, research trial results, and field observations, and how this technology can integrate into broader soil health programs for turfgrass managers.

In Episode #59, the TurPh.Dudes are joined by Dr. Lisa Beirn, Technical Services Representative for Syngenta, to discuss the ongoing launches of Atexzo insecticide and Trefinti nematicide/fungicide, as well as Dr. Beirn’s involvement in renaming the dollar spot pathogen.

In Episode #58 the TurPh.Dudes are on their own for a conversation about wetting agents. What they are, how they’re used, and how Harrell’s is innovating to rethink what a wetting agent can be.

In this episode, the guys discuss the technological advancements of sprayer technology and herbicide resistance.

In this episode the TurPh.Dudes are joined by Dr. Zac Reicher, the leader of Envu’s Green Solutions Team. In this episode we discuss Dr. Reicher’s career, Envu’s transition to a stand-alone company, the acquisition of FMC Specialty Products, and what drives innovation.

In Episode #55, the TurPh.Dudes are joined by the Sam Moynihan, Superintendent of Detroit Golf Club. Sam and the Detroit Golf Club host the Rocket Mortgage Classic annually in Detroit, Michigan, this paired with planning for an upcoming major renovation, present unique challenges for Sam and his team. Sam joins us on the podcast to talk about what it takes to host an annual tournament, attempting to work with mother nature, and how the upcoming Detroit Golf Club renovation will improve playability and course conditioning.

In this episode, we talk about what it takes to become an entrepreneur, scale a business, and how POLYON® controlled-release fertilizer has helped to improve the GrassRoots customer experience.

In Episode #53 the TurPh.Dudes are joined by Dr. Scott McElroy. Dr. McElroy is on the cutting edge of the implementation of robotic mowing and joins us on this episode to discuss the state of robotic mowers today, where innovation is heading, and how they can be a solution for those looking to supplement traditional labor.