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TCNC Members Weigh In

At the December TCNC Meet-Up, we asked members what one thing they wished people knew about the turfgrass industry. Every answer is spot on! We’d love for you to join the conversation, so be sure to join us at our next meet-up. Follow us on Facebook (Turfgrass Council of North Carolina – TCNC) for details as they become available.

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“The economic impact of turfgrass in our state.” – Shaun Kerr of Gates Four Golf & Country Club

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“We help clean the air with turf.” – Kevin Herrmann of Fairway Green / ETM

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“It is a science / art.” – Hunter King of SunRock

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“We are more than just landscapers or technicians. The industry is cutting edge and pushing the envelope. We’re wanting to do right by the environment and grow healthy and amazing turfgrass.” – Mike Hrivnak of Canopy Lawn Care

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“The ways in which it helps make life better for all citizens.” – Charles Tomlinson - Retired NCDOT

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“If you are willing to learn, grow and develop, you can earn a great living that can compete with any professional degree.” – Greg Harris of Leapfrog Landcare

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“The difference a good topsoil can make in growing turf.” – Jay Blanchfield of SunRock

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“A grass lawn produces oxygen at a far greater rate than trees. One acre of trees with full canopy produces enough oxygen for between 8 – 18 people while one acre of grass produces enough for 70 people.” – Jonathan Richardson of Green Resource