Success Through Innovation....
Welcome to the New England Regional Turfgrass Conference & Show. It is an honor to gather once again with professionals, educators, students, and industry partners who continue to elevate the standards of turfgrass management throughout our region. This year’s theme, “Success Through Innovation,” speaks directly to the challenges and opportunities facing our industry. From changing environmental conditions to evolving expectations from the communities we serve, turfgrass professionals are navigating a landscape that demands creativity, resilience, and forward-thinking solutions. Innovation is no longer optional, it is essential.
Throughout the conference, you’ll find countless opportunities to explore new ideas: cutting-edge research from leading universities, emerging technologies that are reshaping our daily operations, practical sessions that tackle real-world challenges, and a trade show offering the latest products and tools designed to help you work smarter and more sustainably. But innovation is not solely about new equipment or advanced science. It is also about collaboration. The strength of our profession comes from the sharing of knowledge—across disciplines, across generations, and across the many sectors that make up the turfgrass community. Together, we continue to redefine what success looks like for sports fields, golf courses, municipal landscapes, and all the green spaces that enrich life in New England.
Thank you for your commitment to excellence and for being part of this year’s conference. I encourage you to engage fully, ask questions, make connections, and carry the spirit of innovation forward into your work. By doing so, we ensure not only the success of our own organizations, but the long-term vitality of our entire industry. Wishing you a productive, inspiring, and enjoyable conference.
Ben Polimer
President, New England Regional Turfgrass Foundation