Professional Sports Turf Brochure

TOGETHER WE TURF.

PROFESSIONAL SPORTS TURF BROCHURE

LET’S WORK TOGETHER

We’re not the kind of business that has suppliers or customers. We’re the kind of business that has partners. You can count on us to bring a spirit of collaboration to every relationship, working with you to make next season your best yet.

We understand the challenges each new season brings and we’re looking forward to new and exciting opportunities to bring more efficient solutions to sports fields across Canada. We won’t just work for you, we’ll work with you. It’s our motto and our promise: “Together We Turf.”

FERTILIZER

PRODUCT FEATURE

Mineral Builder ® 16-2-15 is a key part of an effective, environmentally responsible strategy to optimize plant health through balanced fertility.

With Mineral Builder ® 16-2-15 you can count on:

• A complete formulation of available secondary and micronutrients designed to release evenly over a period of four to six weeks at a rate of 0.5 lb of nitrogen per 1000 ft².

• A prill that ensures minimal mower pickup, making the most of your dollars.

• A balance of nitrogen and potassium that goes straight toward creating healthy, stress-resistant turf.

This spring, pick a fertilizer for your turf with an unmatched nutrient value. Ask your BrettYoung representative if Mineral Builder ® 16-2-15 is right for your professional turf management.

GRANULAR FERTILIZER

BLENDED FERTILIZER

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PRODUCT FEATURE

Green-T ® 6-21-7

Healthy Start is a unique, high polyphosphate and potassium formula that stimulates rooting, increases cell wall structure thickness and turgidity.

When you choose Green-T 6-21-7 Healthy Start, you’re choosing the following key benefits:

• Consistent release of orthophosphate and polyphosphate greatly minimizes phosphate tie up with other desirable cation nutrients.

• Growth promotion in a range of climates. It’s combination of fast acting ammonium nitrogen and urea promotes growth in a wide variety of cold and warm soil temperatures, making it the ideal start for a Canadian climate.

• Great foundation product for your tank mix. It provides a high phosphate ratio liquid so you can increase or decrease other nitrogen and potassium sources in the tank mix to provide desired results.

This year, pick a product that puts you in control. Ask your BrettYoung representative where you can use Green-T 6-21-7 Healthy Start as part of your liquid fertilizer program.

LIQUID FERTILIZER

- Dual release nitrogen source

- High nitrogen formulation for good value

- EDTA Iron will release in the soil for up to 4 weeks 12-0-0

- Acidic chelate for great longevity

- Great colour in 30-day fairway programs

- Excellent product for high pH, high bicarbonate 6-21-7

- Consistent release of orthophosphate and polyphosphate

- Growth promotion in a range of climates

- Great foundation product in a tank mix

- Highly available, soluble carbon product

- Increases beneficial soil microbial activity

- Releases tied up soil nutrients

- Reduces thatch, increasing plant health

- Highly available, reacted phosphorus product

- Can be applied at very low rates with high uptake

- Can be applied with TurfRx™ Ca in the same tank

INFIELD CONDITIONERS AND ACCESSORIES

PRODUCT FEATURE

Step up your game with Turface MVP ® : the go-to solution for infield maintenance and construction needs.

With its large particle size, Turface ® MVP ® is ideal for incorporating into infield mix and topdressing to create a consistent and level playing surface. It also helps absorb excess moisture, allowing you to keep players on the field by preventing unnecessary rainouts. With the ability to stand up to heavy athletic traffic, Turface MVP delivers safe, solid footing for players during every game.

Grounds crews from professional sports to local parks and recreation departments have made Turface MVP the number one choice because it effectively conditions soil to relieve compaction and manage moisture. Whether you’re working on new or existing fields, Turface MVP will make a noticeable difference anywhere it’s used.

Connect with a BrettYoung representative today to learn more about the game-saving power of this proven turf conditioner.

INFIELD CONDITIONERS AND ACCESSORIES

Product Name

Formulation

Turface - MVP Granular

Key Features

- Creates a smooth, cushioned surface for superior traction and player safety

- Absorbs excess moisture and improves drainage

- Ideal for new infield construction or renovation

Turface - Pro League Elite Granular

Turface - Slidemaster Granular

- Creates superior sliding and fielding surfaces

- Maximum rainout protection and infield colouring

- Highly durable

- All-natural color stands out but won’t stain uniforms

- Generates excellent ball visibility

- Sub-angular particles create the ultimate sliding surface

- An extremely durable topdressing

Turface - Quick Dry Granular

Turface - Moundmaster Blocks Blocks (2 ½” x 4” x 8”)

Turface - Professional Mound Clay Clay

Turface - 5-Star Packing Clay

Clay

Turface - ProLine Athletic Field Marker Line Chalk

- Absorbs its weight in water

- Won’t harden or cake like similar water-absorbing products

- Used to rescue more infields than any other brand

- 100% pure virgin clay blocks deliver long-lasting performance

- Blocks are sized perfectly for building boxes and the mound

- Packaged as 8 block sets in watertight bags

- Pliable construction makes it easy to mould

- Preferred by professional and college teams

- Available as a shredded clay or in pre-formed blocks

- Easy installation – ready right out of the bag

- Clay-silt mixture bonds firmly and quickly to help streamline installation

- Highly durable for long-lasting performance and wear resistance

- A good fit across different geographies and climates, and suitable for all levels of play

- Bright white colour

- Easy flowing for consistent coverage

- Non-caking, non-caustic, and non-irritating to eyes and skin

SOIL AMENDMENTS + WETTING AGENTS

PRODUCT FEATURE

Perfect for quick fixes and long-lasting turf health, you can incorporate Field & Fairway into native soil root zones or apply it as topdressing. It’s an inorganic ceramic particle with 74% internal pore space, allowing it to promote water flow and facilitate healthy root systems that are more resistant to compaction.

Available in both Natural and Emerald colouring, Field & Fairway provides a cosmetic benefit to the field through topdressing while improving turf health, reducing wear and speeding recovery. You can use it to amend poor soils on heavy traffic areas on any sports fields; or as topdressing to remove puddles and dry up muddy areas.

Give your turf a permanent balance of air and water space. Get Field & Fairway: the perfect choice for conditioning native soil sports turf.

Talk to your BrettYoung representative today about how this comprehensive line of products can help maximize your field’s safety and performance.

With Profile™ Field & Fairway™ you can permanently solve your soil problems, helping your turf survive under intense traffic.

SOIL AMENDMENTS / WETTING AGENTS

Product Name Season Formulation Active Ingredient

AquatrolsAqueduct ® Flex All Season Granular Polyoxyethylenepolyoxypropylene block copolymer and Polyalkylene glycol

AquatrolsSixteen90™ All Season Liquid Propoxylated Polyethylene Glycols

Aqua-Aid - Verde Cal ® All Season Granular THCA-Acid Enhanced Gypsum Product

Aqua-Aid - Verde Cal ® Gypsum All Season Granular THCA-Acid Enhanced Gypsum Product

Profile ® - Field and Fairway™ All Season Granular Calcined Clay

Key Features

- Promotes rapid recovery of stressed turf

- Quickly treats and eliminates localized dry spot

– Flexible low monthly use rates

- Consistent management of water repellency

- Long-lasting 90-day guaranteed control

- Improves and maintains turf quality

- Great product for acidic soils

- Will adjust pH

- 4x more available than lime

- Great product for sodium reduction

- Helps to re-balance soils

- 4X more available than gypsum

- Increases porosity in soil

- Increases water and oxygen levels

- Can be used for algae treatment

PRODUCT FEATURE

Get rapid recovery for stressed turf with a fast-acting granular that treats and prevents LDS. With Aqueduct ® Flex you’ll see visible results in as little as three days. Its fastacting formula is specifically designed to give you superior performance and provide flexible options for dealing with stressful conditions, including localized dry spots.

Here are just a few of the reasons to choose Aqueduct Flex:

Flexible Application Rates: It’s safe to use on all turf varieties and areas. That means your athletic fields and residential lawns can all see the benefits of both treatment and preventative applications.

30-day Protection Against Dry Spots: With monthly application at the preventative rate, Aqueduct Flex protects you against the development of localized dry spots. It can also be used for rapid recovery of stressed turf.

Durable Packaging: Don’t lose product to subpar packaging. Aqueduct Flex comes in packaging designed to last with a flexible seal for easy storage.

Look after your turf with a product that will cover all your dry spots. Ask your BrettYoung representative if Aqueduct Flex is right for your water management program.

SEED

PROFESSIONAL’S CHOICE – TWCA

What if we told you: you could change nothing, but change everything? Same morning coffee. Same team. Same inputs.

30 percent less water.

That’s what our Turfgrass Water Conservation Alliance seed offers. It’s just as easy to grow as conventional seed, but its drought tolerance is unmatched. TWCA qualified seed is third-party proven to require 30 percent less water, meaning even water-starved grass maintains its green covering.

Reduce your reliance on irrigating and leave the watering to the sky with TWCA-qualified seed. BrettYoung is your only Class A Canadian partner offering this leading product that can save you time and labour, while helping you focus on saving water, inputs and the environment.

When you’re not only concerned with your field, but the future of your business, your community and the planet, the sustainable choice is the only choice you need to make. Contact your BrettYoung representative today to change everything.

TURFGRASS VARIETIES

KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS

BABE (KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS)

QUICK FACTS:

HOC Tolerance:

Wear Tolerance:

Babe is a proven performer that is steadfast in the field. Babe consistently exhibits a medium dark green color, even under stress. It is known for rapid establishment and extensive rhizomes make it exceptional to traffic tolerance, drought stress, and fast recovery. Babe is a cross of Shamrock and Midnight and it has favorable characteristics from each type, including good turf quality, dwarf vertical growth, and high sod strength. This variety is economical and has good disease resistance to leaf spot, crown rust, and summer patch.

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 2-3 lbs

BEWITCHED (KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS)

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Rated number one in many trials for wear tolerance, Bewitched is an absolute must for all elite sportsfield applications. This dark green, compact Kentucky bluegrass is a great overall performer with excellent turf quality.

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 3-4 lbs

ENDURANCE (KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS)

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Endurance is a new variety with top scores for colour and turf density. Endurance is a must for sod blends and for those looking for top-quality turf conditions.

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 3-4 lbs

FULL MOON (KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS)

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Full Moon is a hybrid that traces back to Unique, Limousine, and Midnight. It has a rich dark green color, with a medium-fine leaf texture. This variety has good heat and drought tolerance making it a good blend component with tall fescue and other bluegrasses. Full Moon is adapted to well drained soils and performs well in northern climates.

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 2-3 lbs

A TWCA-qualified variety.

MOONLIGHT SLT (KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS)

QUICK FACTS:

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Moonlight SLT is a dark green, elite, low growing Kentucky Bluegrass that is a “Moonlight” hybrid. This variety was selected for improved salt tolerance and has performed well at levels of 10,000 ppm in greenhouse trials. Moonlight SLT has good resistance to stem rust, stripe rust, and leaf spot. You can expect good winter color from this variety, and it performs great is lawn mixtures with ryegrass and other dark colored bluegrasses. It has a lower growth habit and can be maintained at lower mowing heights with good results and less mowing.

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 2-3 lbs

MILAGRO (KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS)

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Milagro is an ‘outside of the box variety’. With its rapid establishment and ability to withstand adverse conditions, this variety will fit almost any need you may have. It has a rich green color and is a solid performer under stress. It was developed for salt tolerance, lower inputs, and good drought tolerance.

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 2-3 lbs

PERENNIAL RYEGRASS

RESERVOIR (PERENNIAL RYEGRASS)

QUICK FACTS:

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Reservoir’s high endophyte content and strong disease package, which includes stem rust and gray leaf spot resistance, contribute to its reliable performance. It has shown good turf quality across various mowing heights and is a top performer for winter overseeding in the transition zone. Tap into Reservoir for durable turf and water conservation.

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 8-10 lbs

A TWCA-qualified variety.

FESCUES

HEATHLAND (CHEWINGS FESCUE)

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HOC Tolerance:

Wear Tolerance:

Heathland Chewings Fescue is the latest generation of fine leaf fescues with fine leaf texture, high shade and drought tolerance as well as allelopathic qualities that resist weed overgrowth.

Heathland EWS (enhanced weed suppression) is proving to be a superior choice, particularly in light of its TWCA qualification, as well as disease resistance.

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 3-4 lbs

REV (CREEPING RED FESCUE)

A TWCA-qualified variety.

REV is a premium, strong creeper that consistently earns top marks for quality. Its dark green color, fine leaf texture, and good summer and spring density contribute to REV’s outstanding aesthetics. Its excellent no mowing performance and traffic tolerance offer suitability for natural and lowmanagement applications. An impressive disease package completes this high-octane creeper, which includes, strong brown patch and dollar spot resistance.

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 3-4 lbs

SWAGGER (TALL FESCUE)

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With very good drought tolerance and excellent salt tolerance, this new BrettYoung variety is an excellent option where environmental stresses are high. Have a hard-to-grow grass area? Swagger is definitely a part of the solution.

HARD FESCUE

NANOOK (HARD FESCUE)

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 4 lbs

Nanook Hard Fescue is an extremely hardy turfgrass, exhibiting greater shade tolerance and disease resistance than any other species of Fescue. Nanook is unique among Hard Fescues as one of only 5 cultivars that are TWCA qualified, affirming its remarkable drought tolerance. This variety requires little maintenance, including mowing frequency and fertilizer inputs, making it ideal for growing environments where upkeep is at a minimum.

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Seeding Rate per 1,000 sq ft: 3 lbs

A TWCA-qualified variety.

TURFGRASS BLENDS

PREMIUM TURF BLEND (T2)

Premium Turf Blend combines the benefits of Kentucky bluegrass with additional shade and drought tolerance from Aberdeen—a creeping red fescue with improved turf characteristics.

• 60% Elite Kentucky Bluegrass Varieties

• 30% Creeping Red Fescue

• 10% Dominator Perennial Ryegrass

PLAYGROUND/RURAL LAWN MIX (T3)

For areas that require less maintenance and can experience drought stress, but still require wear tolerance capabilities, the Playground/Rural Lawn Mix is a great option. Economical, hardy and flexible, T3 is a top seller for golf course mounding, playgrounds, dryland sportsfields and rural home lawns.

• 35% Kentucky Bluegrass - Turf Type

• 30% Rev Creeping Red Fescue

• 15% Doubletake Tall Fescue

• 10% Nanook Hard Fescue

• 10% Diploid Annual Ryegrass

TEE/FAIRWAY DIVOT BLEND (T5)

A great blend for Kentucky bluegrass tees and fairways, this Tee/Fairway Divot Blend is a mix of high-quality dwarf Kentucky bluegrasses that can be cut as low as ½ an inch and perennial ryegrass for quick germination.

• 50% Elite Kentucky Bluegrass Varieties

• 50% Dominator Perennial Ryegrass

EXECUTIVE BLEND (T8)

Executive Blend is a mixture of BrettYoung’s best semi-dwarf Kentucky bluegrass (KBG) varieties that combine fine leaf texture, dark green colour, great year-round performance and the ability to be cut to ½ an inch or shorter. For the ultimate home lawn or KBG tees and fairways, Executive Blend is the choice.

• 100% Elite Kentucky Bluegrass Varieties

DROUGHT TOLERANT TURF BLEND (T9)

A great mix for high drought stress applications, the Drought Tolerant Turf Blend can be used for maintained or unmaintained turf areas. Great for outof-play areas on golf courses or areas where contrast with maintained turf is desired, the Drought Tolerant blend is very flexible.

• 40% Rev Creeping Red Fescue

• 20% Nanook Hard Fescue

• 20% Heathland Chewings Fescue

• 20% Sheep Fescue

TWCA SOD BLEND (T88)

With 100% TWCA-qualified varieties, this blend is a certified TWCA-approved blend. Designed to provide excellent turf quality with equal drought tolerance, TWCA Sod Blend is designed to stay green longer during drought periods, making it an excellent match for the sod farm looking to appeal to the homeowner desiring a great lawn with less water and inputs.

• 20% Bedazzled Kentucky Bluegrass

• 20% Waterworks Kentucky Bluegrass

• 20% Full Moon Kentucky Bluegrass

• 20% Tirem Kentucky Bluegrass

• 20% Skye Kentucky Bluegrass

COASTAL 4-WAY (4-WAY BLEND)

Coastal 4-Way is specifically blended with the West Coast in mind.

Coastal 4-Way contains four of our top-ranked cultivars—chosen for their overall turf performance in coastal regions. With a focus on lighter green varieties, it’s a better match up to existing stands of Poa Annua.

TRIUMPHANT (3-WAY BLEND)

Triumphant perennial ryegrass blend is a mixture of our best perennial ryegrass varieties.

We have combined these highly-ranked varieties to make a great package of turf quality and disease resistance. Dark green in colour, Triumphant is produced in Canada for Poa Annua-free seed.

EQUIPMENT

FEATURED EQUIPMENT

When it comes to your turf, you need equipment you can rely on. That’s why BrettYoung only offers products proven to get the results you need for a great season. For equipment that combines quality, innovation and precision. Check out our featured equipment offering.

The 80-lb. capacity Spyker ERGO-Pro™ Walk-Behind Broadcast Spreader is perfect for spreading seed, fertilizer, ice melt and more.

Key Features

• Adjustable Handle: Ergonomically designed handle adjusts from 5’3” to 6’6” to reduce user fatigue.

• Consistent Material Flow: Impactresistant, bridge-free hopper allows material to flow freely without bouncing or shaking.

• Durable Design: All-welded, stainless steel frame allows for max durability season after season.

• Cross All Terrain: Large pneumatic tires minimize fatigue, increase traction, and reduce damage to grass.

SPYKER – 80 LB. BROADCAST SPREADER

LESCO – 80 LB. BROADCAST SPREADER

Known as the Industry Standard spreader, the LESCO 80 lb. Broadcast Spreader is the first choice in the landscaping and lawn care community.

Key Features

• 5:1 Gear Ratio and enclosed gear set provides even product distribution while protecting gears from dust and debris

• Over-sized tires with “No Rust Rims” increase stability and provide easier applications on taller, thicker, rougher lawns

• Adjustable handle can be mounted in three positions for ease of use by operators of all sizes

• Large cam-operated impeller allows for effective agitation

• Stainless steel frame, axle, impeller shaft and on/off assembly for extended wear and durability

SPECTRUM TECHNOLOGIES - FIELDSCOUT TDR 350 SOIL MOISTURE METER

Offering the proven time-domain measurement technology you have come to recognize for more than 30 years, the TDR 350 accurately measures soil moisture across the full range of soil conditions.

Key Features

• Improved ergonomic design provides quick and easy measurements.

• Measures soil moisture with increased accuracy (Volumetric Water Content)

• Measures EC (Electrical Conductivity)

• Measures Turf Surface Temperature

• Integrated Bluetooth and GPS for hands-free data collection

SPECTRUM TECHNOLOGIES - FIELDSCOUT TDR 150 SOIL MOISTURE METER

The FieldScout TDR 150 portable soil moisture meter allows you to obtain readings on the go at the press of a button. With new enhancements, the TDR 150 provides significant improvements in performance and measurement accuracy for optimal turf and soil environments.

Key Features

• Increased accuracy of soil moisture measurement (Volumetric Water Content)

• Measures EC (Electrical Conductivity)

• Measures Turf Surface Temperature

• Data logger records approximately 50,000 measurements

• Variable rod length options provide soil moisture measurements at your ideal root zone

LINE MARKING

FEATURED EQUIPMENT

Draw the line at great quality this season. Get everything you need to mark your sportsfields with this combination of trusted products from BrettYoung.

When you want the best, you go to the experts. The iGO was developed by grounds staff and based on years of hands-on experience to create the best equipment for line marking.

The iGO line marking machine in combination with Linemark International’s unique cone nozzles and Impact paint is line marking made easy.

Key Features

• Easy to set-up, operate and clean

• Fully charged battery secures 4-5 hours of constant spraying

• Battery turns off automatically when fully charged

• Three filters for easy cleaning and maintenance

• Carries 2 x 5 litre canisters

• Lightweight and easy to push

IMPACT ™ XP PAINT

Get the perfect pairing for your iGO standard with Impact XP line marking paint. Impact XP uses 89% less water than traditional line marking paints and typically costs 48% less to purchase. It’s bright white colour makes for vivid lines that are easy to see and long-lasting.

Key Features

• Economical, bright, and long lasting

• Pack size: 5 litre canister

• Application: Spray

• Area of use: Natural grass