Agronomy is a necessary part of maintaining a golf course’s beauty. With the well-qualified agronomists from Mediterra, they have perfected an impressive skill beyond simply keeping the fairways green. From irrigation and parasite control to creating lies in the fairway and carrying out bunker shots flares with precision, it’s not easy to master maintaining these many aspects of the game with the ever-changing conditions golf courses encounter.
The Expertise of an Agronomist
– Crop and Soil Science
– Ecology
– Irrigation Management
– Parasite Control
– Fertilization
– Turf Management
Agronomy is an integrated, holistic approach to agriculture that examines the interactions between crops, soil, and ecology. Mediterra proudly boasts a team of agronomists who use their expertise in crop and soil science, as well as ecology, to keep their golf courses, bunkers, fairways, and approaches in top condition. With incredible skill, they efficiently manage proper irrigation, parasite control, fertilization, and turf management.
These highly trained professionals deeply understand plant biology, pest identification, and the golf rulebook. It’s no wonder that their work is so impressive to the uninformed.
From crafting new lies in the fairways to executing flawless bunker shots, they make it look easy despite enduring the elements of outdoor labor. Their dedication is admirable, and their results are nothing short of spectacular.
Agronomy Heroes
Tom Lively, Director of Agronomy, and his assistant Fatima Escoto are to be commended for their outstanding work in this field. Tom is the man behind it all, and Fatima corrals her team daily, leading them to remarkable success. Their hard work and dedication have earned them the ‘Agronomy Heroes’ title.
The fifty Agronomy workers at Mediterra are a testament to their dedication – showing up daily, striving for perfection, and providing for their families. This commitment to excellence and family makes them true heroes in the eyes of the employees.
The Tireless Work of Agronomists
Agronomy is a profession that knows no rest. Every day, teams assemble at 4 a.m. to discuss the goals for the day. Peak season or slow season, agronomists work tirelessly in hot summer weather to top-dress, core, Verti cut, aerate, amend the soil, seed, sod, sand, drain, weed, and more, all while keeping their impact on the environment in mind. Their hard work and dedication pay off, as it keeps our grounds and courses looking pristine and award-winning every day.
Unpredictable Weather, Undeterred Agronomists
Our agronomists in South Florida are a proud and optimistic bunch, always ready to take on the challenge of unpredictable weather. Summertime is scorching and humid, yet they remain undeterred, prepared to face lightning-filled downpours one minute and sunshine and rainbows the next. Their skill, efficiency, and preparation ensure that the grounds and safety are always handled.
Aerification and Verti-Cutting
Agronomy is a field of expertise that requires a great deal of knowledge and skill, but two processes that can be better understood are Aerification and Verti-Cutting. Aerification involves using a machine to create holes in the turf to allow air, water, and nutrients to be absorbed by the soil at the root level and to open up spaces for new growth. Verti-Cutting involves using a machine to remove dead grass and roots from previous mowing, enabling the turf to absorb more moisture and nutrients.
Golf Cart Safety
The organization takes immense pride in ensuring the safety of its staff. It has rigorous protocols to protect them, including golf cart safety, equipment safety, CPR and AED training, heat-related injury or illness prevention, and instructions on reporting an incident. The organization’s commitment to making sure its people are safe is unwavering.
Agronomists play a significant role in keeping golf courses in top condition. Through their expertise in crop and soil science, combined with an understanding of rules, irrigation, parasite control, fertilizer, and green maintenance, they build beautiful pastures all year round, no matter the weather conditions. Above all, they keep golfers playing to a high standard so they may rest assured that their game is one they enjoy for the years to come.
