Turf Pro Invitational 2025: Elevating Vietnam’s Turf Management Standards
Vietnam’s golf industry is entering a new era—one defined by rising standards, innovation, and collaboration. At the forefront of this movement is the Turf Pro Invitational 2025, hosted by Jebsen & Jessen Turf & Irrigation from March 31 to April 2. Held exclusively for Vietnamese golf course superintendents and club owners, the three-day event gathered top minds in turf management to exchange knowledge, share best practices, and explore cutting-edge solutions tailored to Vietnam’s unique climate and terrain.
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A Platform for Learning and Exchange
Set against the tranquil backdrop of Legacy Yen Tu – MGallery, the event opened with remarks from key industry leaders, including Jebsen & Jessen’s Regional Director Philipp Hoffmann, Toro’s Asia Director Cameron Russell, and Nguyen Thuy Long, General Manager of Jebsen & Jessen Vietnam. Their message was clear: the Vietnamese turf industry is ready to lead, and Turf Pro is here to support that journey.
The learning sessions began with deep industry insights from Martin Moore, President of Flagstick Golf Course Construction Management, who shared strategies on building world-class course infrastructure, and Cameron Thompson, Founder of Thompson Golf Management, who focused on agronomic excellence and sustainability in course operations. These sessions set the tone for a knowledge-rich experience.
A live equipment demonstration brought these technologies to life, allowing attendees to test and engage with industry-leading solutions firsthand.
Innovation in Action
Day two took participants to the newly opened Silk Path Dong Trieu Golf & Country Club for a full day of field learning. Paul McLean, Director of Agronomy, led a walkthrough on course readiness and best practices for a successful grand opening—providing an up-close look at how theory translates into real-world preparation.
Attendees also explored the latest in turf management innovation:
- Sustainable machinery and irrigation technologies from The Toro Company
- Nutritional resilience strategies from Plant Fitness, presented by VP of Technology Steve Loveday
A live equipment demonstration brought these technologies to life, allowing attendees to test and engage with industry-leading solutions firsthand.
A Cultural and Competitive Finish
The final day offered a choice between participating in a friendly Stableford golf tournament or enjoying a cultural cable car ride up Yen Tu Mountain—an opportunity to unwind while taking in the scenic beauty of the region. The event wrapped with a prize-giving ceremony and a closing lunch, celebrating new connections and shared learnings.
Expanding Regional Impact
Though focused on Vietnam, Turf Pro 2025 also welcomed Toro distributor guests from Korea and the Philippines, attending as observers with an eye toward replicating similar initiatives in their own markets. Their presence reinforced Turf Pro’s broader purpose—promoting regional collaboration and professional growth within the turf industry.
As Vietnam’s golf scene continues to grow, Turf Pro Invitational 2025 has laid another strong foundation for excellence. With support from Jebsen & Jessen Turf & Irrigation and its global partners, the future of turf management in the region looks greener than ever.
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