August 22, 2016    |    BeaconAthletics.com         |    Ballfields.com
THIS WEEK’S FIELD TIP
It’s science, not guesswork. The infield skin can provide unlimited frustration for a professional groundskeeper. However, identifying the composition of the infield mix will allow you to predict how an infield skin will perform in less‐than‐ideal weather.
Managing the skinned portion of an infield is really a science, not guesswork. That’s why it’s important to understand your infield mix soil composition before taking any action. Soil testing provides quantitative data that helps you identify shortcomings in your infield mix. With proper analysis of your test results, you will be able make an informed decision about what course of action to take.
An Infield Soil Test is a diagnostic tool many soil testing facilities can perform. But, a select few can accurately interpret what the results mean in terms of the playability of an infield. At Beacon, we understand how the composition of an infield soil affects game day performance. For more than a decade we have specialized in the analysis and interpretation of infield soil tests. Our expert staff of soil scientists and a former Major League
Groundskeeper work with one of the top soil testing firms in the country, ensuring your soil test is precise and your analysis is accurate.
Click below to continue reading and follow our simple steps (or watch a Video Demonstration) for properly harvesting your infield soil sample so it can be sent in for testing & analysis.  Continue reading and remember to visit Ballfields.com for more tips and articles…
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