MAKE IT BETTER:
AGRONOMY
The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch Agronomy Team’s Motto
By Stuart Rowland, Director of Agronomy. :: Introduction by Marc DeWall, General Manager :: Photography by Jason Risner
“After playing in multiple Senior Interclub events around the SA area, I discovered that we picked the top golf course to live in retirement. The zoysia fairways and bent putting surfaces are as good as I’ve ever played. Then to top it off, the good Lord above provided some spectacular views.” – Ron Ainsworth 36 | SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2021
It has been fun to watch the transformation of the golf course this spring and summer as our new Director of Agronomy Stuart Rowland continues to put his stamp on it with continued agronomic improvements. While we have been blessed with somewhat cooler temps and above average rainfall this summer, Stu and his team have the golf course in outstanding condition. We have seen green speeds improve with smoother and firmer conditions. Bunker consistency has been very good. The Zoysia fairways are tighter and the golf course has played faster, which has led to better playability and health of the turf. We have also been more aggressive in maintaining the native areas, which leads to a more enjoyable round of golf for our members. While the playability has certainly improved, so have the aesthetics. Stu and his team have great attention to detail and it shows in the various aspects of the golf course. It truly is a joy to play and the agronomic conditions are as good as we have seen. One of the things I have enjoyed listening to this year are the overwhelming positive member comments. Marc DeWall, General Manager at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch
