James H. May
| Title | Summary | Date | ID | Author(s) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nutrient Management for Golf Courses | PDF (365KB) |
Golf courses have traditionally been thought of as environmentally sound landscapes, preserving green spaces that otherwise could have been developed and providing a recreational opportunity for nearby residents. In recent years, however as the public has become increasingly alarmed and concerned with chemical use and groundwater quality, the idea of a golf course being a chemically pristine expanse has been challenged. |
May 1, 2009 | 430-399 | |
| Nutrient Management for Lawn Service Companies | PDF (377KB) |
The public's interest in having high quality lawns has been the driving factor in the development of the lawn service industry. The idea of having someone else responsible for fertilization and pest control of the home lawn appeals to many of today's busy, two- job families. Water quality, recycling, composting and nutrient/pesticide concerns are on the minds of consumers. These concerns are very real because many of our landfills are at capacity, our groundwater is at risk from chemical pollution and the need to utilize our yardwastes by backyard and municipal composting and recycling lawn clippings is becoming apparent. |
May 1, 2009 | 430-400 | |
| The Virginia Yard Waste Management Manual | PDF (2MB) | May 1, 2009 | 452-055 |