Midwest Regional Turf Foundation

09/28/2026

Thank you, Sponsors! The MRTF Golf Day Fundraiser is a HUGE contributing factor in advancing our mission.

09/01/2026

🌱 Early in your green-industry career? This one is built for you.

Join the free Young Professionals Webinar: Growing Careers in the Green Industry. A live, interactive session for pros 35 and under, or with less than 10 years in the field, packed with practical advice on launching and leveling up your career, plus a live Q&A. 📈

Hosted by Purdue Extension with INLA, IAH, and Midwest Regional Turf Foundation .

📅 When: Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM CT
💻 Where: Online via Zoom
🆓 Cost: Free to attend
👥 Who: Green-industry pros 35 and under, or with under 10 years' experience

Bring your questions and grow your career with us. 🌿 Register and join at the link, and see the full 2026 calendar at inla.org/events

08/21/2026

Are you an early-career professional looking to grow in the green industry?

Join the Young Professionals of the Green Industry Webinar on August 27, 2026 for practical advice, career insights, and networking opportunities designed for professionals 35 and younger or with less than 10 years of experience.

Learn from industry leaders and peers as they discuss:

• Transitioning from school to the workforce
• Building professionalism and credibility
• Developing leadership skills
• Expanding professional networks
• Managing workplace challenges and avoiding burnout
• Emerging trends shaping the future of the industry

The webinar concludes with a live Q&A and actionable ideas to help you take the next step in your professional growth.

📅 Date: August 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 p.m. ET / 11:00 a.m. CT

Put down strong roots and build a successful future in the green industry!

https://purduelandscapereport.org/article/young-professionals-webinar-growing-careers-in-the-green-industry/

07/28/2026

https://cvent.me/YxZY0Y?RefId=fb_2

07/22/2026

Congratulations to Brian Bornino and Brad Pugh on winning the MRTF Award of Achievement in 2026! This award was created to honor those who unselfishly have given to the Midwest Regional Turf Foundation, the turf industry, or the Purdue University Turf Program, and recognizes those who have made a significant contribution to improving the turfgrass industry in Indiana while also demonstrating high standards of professional and personal conduct.

The MRTF Board of Directors agreed that both these men deserve this award for their outstanding contributions to the industry! Thank you, Brian and Brad!

07/21/2026

We’ll see you in West Lafayette! The ATS team will be at the Midwest Regional Turf Foundation (MRTF)’s Turf and Landscape Field Day at Purdue University. Be sure to swing by Booth #8 on July 21 to chat with us about all things turf and check out what we have to offer. Hope to see you at the show! Click the link to see the agenda. https://bit.ly/4yrNZYq

07/13/2026

The 2026 Turf & Landscape Field Day is next Tuesday, the 21st! We've extended the pre-registration deadline until Tuesday evening at 5:00 pm. So, if you haven't registered, do it NOW at https://cvent.me/rYw9b0?RefId=fb_attend . We hope to see you there!

06/01/2026

REGISTER TODAY!

05/18/2026

03/02/2026

Category 3b - Turf Management IN PERSON training class on March 11, 2026.
LAST 3b training of the year!

Classes are held at the Daniel Turf Center from 8:30am - 4:00pm
You can register for these classes here at this link:
https://cvent.me/eAVo3Z
For more info or a copy of our 2026 brochure, email [email protected]