Kyley Dickson

Follower of Christ|Husband|Father|University of Tennessee Turf Researcher|A-LIST Executive Director

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

@alistturf made it to @BarenbrugUSA on Wednesday afternoon, marking our 3rd stop this week!

We truly value these Field Days from our members, where we get to see all the amazing work our member companies are doing (specifically, check out the sweet @alistturf-inspired air forces pictured below) and talk with the great people in our industry!

Thank you for a great day, @BarenbrugUSA!! Final Field Day content coming tomorrow…

#Turfgrass #FieldDay #Innovation #CutAbove #SustainableSolutions #EnvironmentallyFriendly #Community #NaturalGrass #Research

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

@alistturf continued our Members’ Field Day visits this week with a productive visit to @DLFUSA in Albany, OR, on Wednesday morning! 

The drive and initiative @DLFUSA and all our members show to push forward sustainability and quality in the turfgrass industry always makes us appreciative! Great experience with @DLFUSA, and we are excited for the future!

Thank you for an awesome day, @DLFUSA! Tomorrow, we will recap our 3rd stop this week…

#Turfgrass #FieldDay #Innovation #CutAbove #SustainableSolutions #EnvironmentallyFriendly #Community #NaturalGrass #Research

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

Elevate Your Water Conservation Efforts with @alistturf!

Looking to advance your water conservation strategies? Look no further than the @USGAGrnSection's "Grassing Strategies for Golf Course Water Conservation" guide! ▶ https://t.co/ihSAQS7U4e

Learn current approaches to sustainable turf management that can help you optimize resource use while maintaining pristine turfgrass. Combine those strategies with @alistturf-certified varieties to make strides towards a greener, more sustainable future for turfgrass management everywhere.

#WaterConservation #Sustainability #AListTurf #GreenGrass #KeepItReal #USGA

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

What a day at the @RUturfCenter Golf Classic! @alistturf was proud to sponsor breakfast and connect with industry leaders about forwarding sustainability in turfgrass management. Then the A-List team, led by @DicksonTurf, then hit the links for a fantastic day of golf.

Great conversations, great people – we're already looking forward to next year!

#RutgersGolfClassic #AListTurf #Turfgrass #Rounds4Research #Sustainability

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

Checking in on our variety testing plots at @OhioState with @TylerTalksTurf, Ph.D.!

We're seeing notable differences in performance amongst perennial ryegrass, kentucky bluegrass, creeping bentgrass, and tall fescue. This type of data is crucial for selecting the best turfgrass for environmentally friendly and premier quality turf!

More updates to come 🔜

#CutAbove #SustainableSolutions #Turfgrass #EnvironmentallyFriendly
#PremiumGrass #KeepItReal

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

Sheeeeeshhhhh😮‍💨…..

What can we say, our members have people that are #PASSIONATE about environmentally-friendly turfgrass!

[TN Valley Sports Field Management Association @TVSFMA]

Will Stonebrook from @LebTurf speaking on the fertilizer market, new technologies, and @alistturf seed.

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

It’s the FIRST day of Spring!!

Spring has finally arrived, bringing with it the promise of lush, green growth in your lawn! As you dive into your yard work this season, choose a variety that works as hard as you do.

At @alistturf we offer certified grasses from our trusted members that are certified to be environmentally friendly turfgrass solutions—ensuring your lawn thrives without compromising on quality. Let’s make this spring your most vibrant and green yet!

#FirstDayOfSpring #LushLawns #CutAbove #SustainableSolutions #Turfgrass #PremiumGrass #KeepItReal

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

Last fall, @DicksonTurf visited @OSUturf and connected with our collaborator, @TylerTalksTurf. We viewed the @alistturf evaluation trials featuring Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, tall fescue, and creeping bentgrass.

Thanks to @TylerTalksTurf for his work on helping us further #sustainability without sacrificing #quality of #turfgrass #genetics! We are excited to see some new varieties from these trials we have replicated nationwide!

#Turfgrass #Sustainability #HighQuality #CutAbove #KeepItReal #PremiumSeed

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

Today's the Day!

The @GCSAA Trade Show starts now! Be sure to visit our members' booths and connect with @DicksonTurf and the great teams at all our member companies!

Barenbrug - #4627
DLF - #4907
Landmark Seed - #2445
Lebanon Turf - #2943
Mountain View Seeds - #2445

We can't wait to see you all there!

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

We are almost through with the last day of @FieldExperts conference in Palm Springs, CA. Our executive director, @DicksonTurf has enjoyed see both new and familiar faces! Be sure to catch him floating around at our members booths' in this last little bit of the trade show to talk @alistturf approved varieties!

#turfgrass #sustainability #certified #natural #grass

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

Matt Duncan from @DLFUSA said it well! Great video giving some quick insights on to the importance of creating a more environmentally #sustainable future of #turfgrass without sacrificing safe playing surfaces for athletes and beyond!

[DLF USA @DLFUSA]

👇 Listen to DLF's sports turf expert, Matt Duncan, explain why most field managers prefer natural grass. We are proud to be a leader in developing high-performing, natural grass seed that requires less water, pesticides, fertilizers and mowing. #SFMA #ALIST #NaturalTurf

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

Celebrating 10 Years of Premier Sustainable Turfgrass Variety Certification!!

2025 marks a decade of A-List Turf bringing premium-quality, sustainable turfgrass solutions to your homes, businesses, and communities!

Over the past 10 years, we've grown from a small idea into a trusted name, transforming countless spaces into lush, sustainable, and stunning environments. None of this would have been possible without our incredible partners and team who share this passion for excellence and innovation. Despite the change in years, our mission remains the same: To certify top-tier, sustainable turfgrass varieties!

Thank you for being a part of our journey. Here's to the next 10 years of growth, innovation, and success—together!

#AListerForLife #10YearAnniversary #ThankYou #Innovation #Sustainability #Turfgrass

[Tennessee Turfgrass @TnTurfAssoc]

Terry Porch and Michael Henry from the Tennessee Titans and @DicksonTurf and Taylor Williams with @UTturfgrass are wrapping things up presenting about synthetic turf maintenance at #TTACon2025

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

Happy New Year from @alistturf!

In 2024, we celebrated another year of advancing sustainable turfgrass through top-performing, low-input varieties. Thank you to all those for supporting our mission to grow greener, smarter landscapes!

As we start the 10th year since our founding, we’re committed to raising the bar even higher—delivering quality, sustainability, and innovation you can trust. Here’s to a thriving 2025 together!

#NewYear #celebrate #turfgrass #genetics

[Guelph Turfgrass Institute @GuelphTurf]

Discover the latest advancements in turfgrass varieties that help reduce inputs while maintaining top-quality! Dr Kyley Dickson will share insights on practices that don’t compromise turf quality at the Ontario Turfgrass Symposium on February 19 – 20.
@DicksonTurf @alistturf

#OTS2025 #Turfgrass #SustainableTurf #TurfManagement

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

It was great to kick-off the @alistturf certification trials for Kentucky bluegrass with our #research collaborators! (pictures are from initiation at University of Tennessee)

These trials are an essential step in identifying #turfgrass varieties that meet the highest standards for #performance and #sustainability. To review our certification process and our mission visit our website: https://t.co/KxSL3woa0q

#turfgrass #sustainability #lowinput #highperformance #certification #research

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

𝙃𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙨𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 from @alistturf!

We’re thankful for the growers, researchers, and turfgrass professionals who make our industry thrive and help us further both #sustainability and #performance in turfgrass development. Wishing you all a day filled with gratitude, joy, and green dreams!

#thanksgiving #gratitude #natural #sustainable #turfgrass

[The A-LIST @alistturf]

𝙈𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 - 𝘽𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙗𝙧𝙪𝙜

At @BarenbrugUSA turfgrass innovation meets tradition to deliver turfgrass solutions that stand out in performance and sustainability. As a proud member of @alistturf, @BarenbrugUSA's dedication to breeding top-tier turfgrass varieties aligns seamlessly with the rigorous standards of resilience and environmental stewardship set by @alistturf.

@BarenbrugUSA continues to push the boundaries of turfgrass science, offering cultivars that provide exceptional quality while minimizing environmental impact. @alistturf is honored to collaborate with @BarenbrugUSA to shape the future of sustainable and responsible turfgrass management for the entire industry.

Discover more about @BarenbrugUSA's @alistturf-certified varieties and their outstanding contributions to the green industry by visiting their website (https://t.co/AFFfST4ODe) and following them on social platforms!

#natural #turfgrass #spotlight #sustainability #innovation #environment #partnership