Author: Megan Svec
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Aura Farm: Where Innovation Takes Root
For more than 70 years, The Aquatrols Company has engineered high-performing, research-backed solutions designed to solve your toughest challenges. But before our products ever reach you, they undergo rigorous, multi-stage testing: starting at our internal R&D facility, Aura Farm, moving through our trusted network of university cooperators, and finishing with large-scale evaluations in our PROVE […]
Secret Weapon: The one product to keep in your program right now – Summer Edition
For when localized dry spot starts stealing the show. Some turf challenges demand immediate attention, localized dry spot is one of them. When stressed turf begins to decline and irrigation alone isn’t delivering results, you need a solution that works quickly and hopefully prevents it from returning. That’s where Aqueduct® Flex Granular quietly becomes your […]
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Digging Down to the Root with Troy Noble
We’re digging deep into the world of Aquatrols’ Golf Technical Servies Manager, R&D, Troy Noble. Get to know him better below. What is your role at Aquatrols? Golf Technical Services Manager, R&D and PROVE Trial Program Manager How long have you been with the company? I started with Aquatrols in November 2024. Where did you […]
The Aquatrols Company Welcomes Michael Willadsen as Aura Farm Manager
The Aquatrols Company, the global leader in soil surfactant and water management technologies, is pleased to announce the hire of Michael Willadsen as its new Farm Manager at Aura Farm, the company’s dedicated 10-acre research and development facility in Southern New Jersey. Mike brings to the role nearly two decades of experience in turfgrass management, irrigation systems, and agronomic operations. Mike joins the team after 17 years in golf course and […]
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Kentucky Road Show Recap: The Science of the Surface
We partnered with the University of Kentucky for our most recent road show. It was a great opportunity to connect with sports turf professionals and showcase practical solutions designed to improve surface performance from the ground up. The event featured a live demonstration at Kroger Field of Xstatic, the industry’s first technology engineered to help prevent infill migration and stabilize synthetic surfaces for improved consistency and […]
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Read Our Newsletter – June 2026
Healthy Soils Grow Healthy Plants
Basic agronomics are necessary practices to achieve what most customers want in their landscapes, turf areas and nursery/greenhouse crops. Simply managing weeds, pests, diseases and fertility isn’t enough to accomplish what they want. A comprehensive agronomic program is necessary to deliver the quality and performance they want, and are paying for. A complete program includes […]
Water Working for You
A Wetting Agent Benefit Series. Follow along as we explore four key ways wetting agents help improve turf performance, efficiency, and consistency throughout the season. Part 1: Uniform Moisture Published May 29 Not all dry spots are caused by a lack of water. Learn how wetting agents help create more consistent moisture distribution throughout the […]
Preparing for Elite Playing Conditions
Insights, tools, and conversations from the team behind one of golf’s most iconic properties. Turf Zoom with Jonathan Jennings A look inside the agronomic program at Shinnecock Hills with Superintendent Jonathan Jennings. Learn about his approach to water management, and discover how Revolution® has helped support consistency across one of golf’s most demanding environments in […]
