Member Benefits

Florida Turf Digest

Members receive a free subscription to the FTGA's bimonthly magazine featuring timely research updates and valuable turf management articles.

FTGA Membership Directory 

Along with your membership renewal, you will receive the updated FTGA Membership Directory, which is a great way to locate industry contacts.

Seay Management

Membership includes free business management consultation with Seay Management, a full-service human resource management and labor relations consulting firm.

Student Scholarships

FTGA distributed more than $7,500 in academic scholarships in 2009. This money was awarded to students studying turfgrass maintenance who will be future employee prospects for your business.

Research Grants 

  • FTGA, along with supporting organizations, allocated more than $150,000 in research grants this past year. 
  • This money will be used for research projects, at both the University of Florida and Lake City Community College. 
  • These projects will help make your business more viable and profitable.

Annual Conference & Show

FTGA members receive discounted registration fees, discounted trade booths and sponsorship opportunities. This annual event provides excellent opportunities for education, CEU credit, networking for your company.

Regional Turf Seminars

FTGA members receive discounted registration fees for the local turf seminars throughout the state. The turf seminars include up-to-date research, education, new products, CEU and CCA credits and catered lunch.

 University of Florida's 

2009 Pest Management Guide for Turfgrass Managers

 

FTGA has nearly 1,000 members throughout the state. FTGA members range from:

Commerical Suppliers Memorial/Military Grounds    Retail Turf  Students 
Consultant Architects Nursery Growers School/Municipal Grounds    University/Extension 
Golf Course Management  Pest Control Sod Farms/Producers  
Lawn/Landscape/Irrigation     Property Management  Sports/Leisure