Despite recent rainfall, lingering water deficits, uneven drought recovery and uncertain weather patterns mean turf managers must prepare now for an increasingly challenging and unpredictable water future.

Fewer staff. Higher expectations. Smarter technology. What will turf management look like in 2030?

As we reach the final issue of 2026, it’s worth reflecting on what the year has revealed about the direction of our industry.

As growth potential declines and disease pressure increases, November marks a critical transition in turf management. This month’s guidance explores how to balance nutrition, moisture, aeration and disease control to protect turf quality, maintain playability and prepare surfaces for the challenges of winter.