PROFESSOR BRIAN SCHWARTZ

Professor Brian Schwartz

Turf Scientist Heading Down-Under

“As part of Professor Schwartz professional recognition, he has been awarded a 3-month international research sabbatical to further his breeding programs abroad.”

While there are many good turf breeding scientists around the world, very few are held in the same esteem or high regard as Professor Brian Schwartz PhD of the University of Georgia (UGA).

This year the US General Assembly recognised the UGA’s TifTuf Bermudagrass, commending the continuous success of the Georgia-developed grass.

In particular, UGA faculty member Professor Brian Schwartz, acknowledging his breeding work for “the highly acclaimed new bermudagrass variety TifTuf that is taking the turfgrass industry by storm” in the USA and Australia.

As part of Professor Schwartz professional recognition, he has been awarded a 3-month international research sabbatical to further his breeding programs abroad. Lawn Solutions Australia (LSA) is excited to announce that Professor Schwartz has selected the Lawn Solutions Australia Group for this sabbatical and will be working alongside their team for this 3-month period in 2021.

Professor Schwartz will spend his time in Australia at the LSA Research and Development Facility and at other key locations right around Australia.

Lawn Solutions CEO, Gavin Rogers said Professor Schwartz has a strong commitment to the LSA R&D Programs and his focus during this time will be breeding the best turf grasses for Australia.

“We are very excited that this world leading turf grass professor has chosen the LSA R&D facility over all others to spend his time and we look forward to hosting him and his family.” Mr. Rogers said.