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About The Turf Growers Association of WA

The Turf Growers Association of WA (TGAWA) was established in 1992 as an association of turf growers and allied businesses governed by Rules, a Code of Ethics and a Code of Best Practice.

Supporting the Turf Industry in WA

The Australian lawn has been a part of our culture for many years and there is nothing we like more than spending time with the family in our own backyard.

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Valued Associated Organisations

The Sport Turf Association (WA)

The Sports Turf Association (WA) is a highly valued industry partner with whom the TGAWA is proud to be associated. Our associations have worked collaboratively for many years with the best interest of the if the WA Turf Industry at heart. This unique partnership has resulted in collaboration to fund the WA Turf Industry Executive Officer and broader recognition of the two associations as the combined WA Turf Industry.

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Green Space Alliance Western Australia

Green Space Alliance WA is the WA alliance of organisations working to engage stakeholders, including government departments, local government and the community to influence creation of quality parks and gardens for a liveable state via innovative urban design, landscape architecture and outstanding landscaping projects.

One voice of GSA is acknowledged by numerous state government departments, as the point of reference for green infrastructure matters.

 

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Turf Australia

The Mission of Turf Australia is to support its members and lead a sustainable natural turfgrass industry.

Through communication and advocacy, we ensure that Turf and our industry are valued by the Australian community, regulators and special interest groups. Through strong arguments based on scientific research, we demonstrate that Turf has an important role to play in managing the impacts of climate change.

One voice of GSA is acknowledged by numerous state government departments, as the point of reference for green infrastructure matters.

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Latest News

  • Bushfire protection benefits of turf - It is common to observe that where bushfires have spread into a community, green turf appearing on natural lawns across the country will stop the spread of surface fire from bushfire-prone vegetation to fire-vulnerable assets. Living turf does not sustain surface fire spread. Even where turf is dead and very dry, the low biomass of mown turf… Continue Reading
  • Bring your brown lawn back to life – Part 1 - In this article:- Tips for reviving your lawn- How to dethatch your lawn- Why you shouldn't overlook aerating your lawn There’s nothing quite like a WA summer. No matter where you are, you’re sure to smell a fewsausages sizzling and the iconic combination of sea spray and sunscreen wafting through theair. But there’s another classic… Continue Reading
  • Seminar and Workshop Presentations - Workshop: How To Manage New Sand Profiles Presentesd at WA Turf Seminar 2021 Author: Peter Ruscoe Sports Turf Technology; Peter has worked in the turf industry since 1990 after completing a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Horticulture with honours at the University of Queensland. Peter joined Sports Turf Technology in 2002 and is part owner… Continue Reading
  • Plastic not so fantastic: concerns raised over artificial W-League pitch - See Article: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/feb/22/plastic-not-so-fantastic-concerns-raised-over-artificial-w-league-pitch Continue Reading

Expert Turf Tips

  • AUGUST LAWN TIPS 2024 - Some winter weeds will still be germinating, especially if rains are late. Apply treatments to stop weeds from putting down seeds for next year’s germination. These weeds include clovers, flat weeds, and dandelions. There are two active chemicals for use by the home gardener: Bromoxynil for Buffalo varieties and Dicamba for couch and kikuyu varieties.… Continue Reading
  • JULY LAWN TIPS 2024 - No irrigation required – winter sprinkler switch off  https://www.watercorporation.com.au/Help-and-advice/Watering-days/Winter-sprinkler-switch-off/Winter-sprinkler-switch-off Apply a foliar fertilise of Iron and Manganese now to keep the colour in your lawn. Even if the roots have gone dormant the leaf can still take up the foliar feed.  Collect a random selection of soil samples from across your lawn and garden, and… Continue Reading
  • MAY LAWN TIPS 2024 - At the end of May give your lawn a light fertilise with a slow-release granular fertiliser before ground temps drop below 4 degrees. This is the most important fertilise of the year as the healthier your lawn goes into winter, the healthier it will come out. It is this vital nutrition that is required to… Continue Reading

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4 days ago
OCTOBER LAWN TIPS 
• This is the perfect time to install new turf.
• Undertake an audit of your irrigation system. Ensure that your system is all working well and test how long you need to run each station to put out the 10mms of water your lawns and gardens you need to sustain in the heat.  The following checks should be undertaken.
a) Check for leaks in your irrigation system
b) Check for broken sprinkler heads and inefficient misting or micro sprayers
c) Check your irrigation controller and system are operating correctly
d) Set the optimal run times for your garden
• Undertake a catch cup test.  See how here   https://youtu.be/aT6ooJIdBaw
• Don’t mistake dry patches for fungus. Undertaking an audit on your irrigation system will assist in defining whether or not you have dry patch caused by an inefficient watering system.
•       Spring Dead Spot fungus can become noticeable now, in couch grasses. If you do think you have the fungus you can use Mancozeb Plus or call in a professional licensed herbicide sprayer to treat your lawn. Take proper precautions if applying herbicide DIY. 
• Apply fertiliser application, this important fertilisation should be based on a scientific approach, if at all possible, via a soil nutrient analysis. This is the fertilise that will prepare your turf/lawn for the hot months ahead. 
• Lower your mower for summer cutting as per turf variety refer to https://tgawa.com.au/turf-varieties/
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OCTOBER LAWN TIPS
• This is the perfect time to install new turf.
• Undertake an audit of your irrigation system. Ensure that your system is all working well and test how long you need to run each station to put out the 10mms of water your lawns and gardens you need to sustain in the heat. The following checks should be undertaken.
a) Check for leaks in your irrigation system
b) Check for broken sprinkler heads and inefficient misting or micro sprayers
c) Check your irrigation controller and system are operating correctly
d) Set the optimal run times for your garden
• Undertake a catch cup test. See how here youtu.be/aT6ooJIdBaw
• Don’t mistake dry patches for fungus. Undertaking an audit on your irrigation system will assist in defining whether or not you have dry patch caused by an inefficient watering system.
• Spring Dead Spot fungus can become noticeable now, in couch grasses. If you do think you have the fungus you can use Mancozeb Plus or call in a professional licensed herbicide sprayer to treat your lawn. Take proper precautions if applying herbicide DIY.
• Apply fertiliser application, this important fertilisation should be based on a scientific approach, if at all possible, via a soil nutrient analysis. This is the fertilise that will prepare your turf/lawn for the hot months ahead.
• Lower your mower for summer cutting as per turf variety refer to tgawa.com.au/turf-varieties/
Down South Turf Ord Valley Turf Greenacres Turf Group LIAWA – Landscape Industries Association of WA AG Buffalo Turf Supplies Westland Turf Greenfields & Bullsbrook Turf Farms WEST COAST TURF Lawn Doctor AILA WA Green Space Alliance WA True Blue Turf Nursery & Garden Industry of WA Betta Turf Sabrina Hahn – Hort with Heart Water Corporation SereniTree Landscapes Pty Ltd Lawnspiration Fertilise Wise Darren Kirkwood Sports Turf Association – WA
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Just a question got new sir walter buffalo laid about 6 weeks ago and 1 strip in shade of house hasnt even started growing looks like dying off( struggling) should i call company and get it replaced or just wait and when should i give the first mow cheers 🍻

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