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  • MEDIA | Predict-N7

    What Golf Course Superintendents and Athletic Field Turf Managers say about improved control, turf health, leaf texture, reduction in growth regulators, and improved organic material management using Predict N7 as a decision support tool. MEDIA OVERVIEW OF PREDICT N7 Podcasts "Predict N7 Cost Savings on Tees, Greens, and Fairways" Chris McCarthy, Golf Couse Superintendent Evergreen CC- Haymarket, VA Podcast - Evergreen CC 1. Introduction Chris McCarthy 00:00 / 04:02 2. Turf Health Chris McCarthy 00:00 / 05:40 3. Ease of Use Chris McCarthy 00:00 / 04:17 4. Comparison Cost Savings Chris McCarthy 00:00 / 04:53 Full Interview 1-4 Chris McCarthy 00:00 / 19:11 "Successfully Managing Greens Using Predict N7" Eric Ferrell, Golf Couse Superintendent Caverns CC- Luray, VA Podcast - Caverns CC 1. Introduction Eric Ferrell 00:00 / 05:20 2. Health of Greens Eric Ferrell 00:00 / 03:35 3. Cost Savings Eric Ferrell 00:00 / 05:17 4. Making Floratine Affordable Eric Ferrell 00:00 / 04:20 Full Interview 1-4 Eric Ferrell 00:00 / 20:42

  • Predict N7: Advanced Nitrogen Modeling for Turfgrass Health & Performance

    Predict N7 is a revolutionary decision support tool to help Turf Managers control topical growth, create narrower leaf blades, improve organic material management and maximize stress tolerances. Predict N7 calculates the correct amount of Nitrogen that the plant can immediately metabolized into proteins and enzymes based on site specific soil data and forecasted weather, and then automatically adjusts rates and products based on turf manager observations and situational needs. Superior playing conditions on golf turf and sports turf with less effort and anxiety. Merging advanced nitrogen modeling, predictive site-specific data, and Turf Managers' intuition and experience, Turf Managers have the information they need to build stress tolerance, control growth rates, and lower maintenance costs. Accurately predict Nitrogen requirements. Balance corresponding plant-made metabolites and nutrients required for Metabolic Plant Processes. Demand-based treatment recommendations. Easy to use web-based app from any computer, phone or tablet. DATA DRIVEN INSIGHTS FOR NEXT LEVEL RESULTS LOGIN or SIGN UP What Turf Professionals have to say about PREDICT N₇ 1/8 PRECISION TREATMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SUPERIOR RESULTS not only calculates future supplemental nitro gen requirements, but also calculates the corresponding plant-made metabolites needed to efficiently metabolize that nitrogen so the turf gets exactly what it needs when it needs it. Superior stress tolerances Controllable growth rates Reduced dependence on growth regulators and fungicides Lower OM% accumulation Lower maintenance cost Faster ball speed and elite playing surfaces with less effort T reatment Recommendations Change Based On: -Forecasted Temperature and Dew Point -Mowing Heights -Organic Nitrogen Mineralization -Observed Moisture Levels -Turf Manager's Inputs (Clipping Yield, Additional Stress Tolerance, Additional Surface Density) GET STARTED FLORATINE PRODUCTS FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE Our extensive field testing showed that using Floratine products with predictive Nitrogen modeling produced superior results when compared to using Nitrogen recommendations with other foliar products. Read More About Why Contact us to learn more or schedule a live demo! First name* Last name Email* Phone Write a message Submit

  • HOW IT WORKS | Predict-N7

    PREDICT-N₇ was originally created by Cutler Robinson, CGCS with a Masters in Plant Physiology, to determine how much nitrogen a putting green would metabolize at different GDD. The model was originally intended to help Turf Managers regulate growth without growth regulators, but Predictive Agronomics founders discovered that matching N management with products offering the proper amount of phytohormones and metabolites produced extraordinary results in control, leaf texture and playability. PREDICT N ₇ Precision Treatment Recommendations for Superior Results Location Specific Data + Science Based Formulas + Turf Manager Input THE LOW MOWING CHALLENGE When grass is mowed low, it can't capture enough sunlight to make the required phytohormones and metabolites needed to maximize the major plant processes or utilize any excess nitrogen for protein synthesis... ...which leads to natural deficiencies within the plant process. Requirement Levels NITROGEN MANAGEMENT is a constant focus for turf managers because Nitrogen is a lynchpin for these processes. TOO MUCH NITROGEN creates an imbalance in the Carbohydrate : Nitrogen ratio, so the plant counterbalances with topical growth to capture more sunlight, robbing energy from it's rooting reserves. Excess nitrogen will also be stored and widen leaf blades, which slows down ball speeds. TOO LITTLE NITROGEN starves the metabolic processes and weakens the plant, resulting in shallow rooting, weak leaf blades, and poor color. PREDICTIVE NITROGEN MODELING FOR PRECISE TREATMENTS Predict N7's patent pending algorithms predict supplemental nitrogen requirements and calculates nutrient, metabolite, and phytohormone deficiencies before they happen. Recommendations Change Based On: -Forecasted Temperature, Dew Point -Mowing Heights -Organic Nitrogen Mineralization -Observed Moisture Levels -Turf Manager's Desired Goals (Clipping Yield, Additional Stress Tolerance, Additional Surface Density) WHY PREDICT N7 RECOMMENDS FLORATINE PRODUCTS THE SHORT ANSWER : Our extensive field testing showed that using Floratine products with predictive Nitrogen modeling produced superior results when compared to using Nitrogen recommendations with other foliar products. THE SCIENTIFIC REASON : Each Floratine product is designed for a different biochemical plant process with its own unique and patented blend of Phytohormones, Nutrients, and Metabolites . This allows them to individually and collectively raise all photosynthetic reactions needed for true plant health, without the need to increase mowing heights. X-Factor 23/24 contain the 3 forms of N the plant can immediately utilize and balanced for better metabolic utilization: Nitrate (NO3), Ammonium (NH4), and Urea Only Food-Grade or Pharmaceutical-Grade Nutrients with NO Chlorides or Hydroxides Floratine's Uniquely Sourced Nutrients Amino Acids * Anti-Oxidants * Biostimulants * Carbon Fractions * Complex Carbohydrates * Enzymes * Fulvic Acids * Glycomics * Humic Acids * Organic Acids * Peptides * Phytoalexins * Phytohormones (Gibberellins, Auxins, Cytokinins, Salicylic Acids) * Polysaccharides * Proteins * Simple Sugars * Stabilized Phosphites * Vitamins Floratine's Extensive List of Phytohormones and Metabolites: "The key to superior results is having the correct products applied at rates balanced with supplemental nitrogen needs." PREDICT N7 HOME SCREEN (EXAMPLE) Rates And Products To Fulfill Deficiencies (from example above based on site-specific GDD and Ana-Lync soil report) 1.5 oz Knife /Renaissance 1.25 oz GlycoFuze .46 oz XF 23/24 1.5 oz Citric Cycle 1.75 oz ProteSyn 1.0 oz Floradox Pro GET STARTED

  • TESTIMONIALS | Predict-N7

    What Golf Course Superintendents and Athletic Field Turf Managers say about improved control, turf health, leaf texture, reduction in growth regulators, and improved organic material management using Predict N7 as a decision support tool. Nothing brings a smile to the face of Turf Professionals like hearing players praise the outstanding condition of the turf. Click the photos to hear from our valued clients. GOLF TURF TESTIMONIALS Caves Valley Golf Club Evergreen CC Cattail Creek CC The Foundry Golf Club Victoria National Golf Club Sea Scape Golf Links Caverns CC Hermitage Country Club The Club at Creighton Farms Bayville Golf Club Princess Anne Country Club Deep Springs CC Salem Glen CC Rivercrest GC Public Course in Maryland Dominion Club Hermitage CC, Sabot Course Bayville GC- Nursery SPORTS TURF TESTIMONIALS Maryland Soccerplex

  • Mike Nowicki OM Success | Predict-N7

    Superintentend Mike Nowicki naturally reduced Organic Material at three different golf courses using Predict N7 for Nitrogen management. May 2024 Newsletter Spotlight: Mike Nowicki, OM Management Aficionado Every golf course is different, with unique situations, but a universal challenge is excess organic matter in the top inch of the soil. It’s obvious from the extent of this issue that traditional methods of OM control have not worked. That is why the USGA has spent considerable resources on cultural practices research led by Dr. Roch Gaussoin at University of Nebraska. That research has yielded actionable recommendations. But again, every course is different. Enter Mike Nowicki, Director of Agronomy at Victoria National Golf Club, Newburg, IN. Mike’s first superintendent’s job was at a Donald Ross course in Richmond, VA, Lakeside Park Club , with older A1/A4 greens with moderately high OM and a history of root pythium . Mike implemented an attack of multiple small solid tinings (including a deep tine) followed by heavy topdressing in the spring (looked like a sewing machine went over the greens), along with persistent topdressings; and in a year and a half the OM went from 4.0% to 2.8% . What is the target for OM, no one knows exactly, but Mike didn’t spray a soil fungicide from early August until the end of that season . Fast forward to Victoria National Golf Club , a course with water quality issues, poor percolation and high organic matter . Victoria has considerably more resources than Lakeside Park, and also higher expectations, but again the same approach of multiple small solid tines (VNGC also got drill n fill to help with infiltration). In one year Mike and his team reduced OM from 4.8% to 3.9% using this approach . More work and time will be needed to get down in the 3% range, but the confidence that his programs will get him there is 100%. The ramifications will certainly be firmer greens that are less prone to disease and LDS. At some point, the aeration procedures will be less aggressive. This is how to create a sustainable system…that gets better each year. The nutritional component is to ‘never perform a procedure that is so aggressive that addition N (above what is recommended by Predict N7) is required to heal from that procedure’, ensuring that there is never an excess of Nitrogen applied and the potential for an ‘over-accumulation’ of OM is negated . Dr. Roch Gaussoin’s research on cultural practices + Predict N7 is a great way to approach OM management. Utilizing your talents (i.e. like Mike), and tailoring programs to your course creates true value to your golfing clientele.

  • Predict N7: Advanced Nitrogen Modeling for Turfgrass Health & Performance

    Predict N7 is a revolutionary decision support tool to help Turf Managers control topical growth, create narrower leaf blades, improve organic material management and maximize stress tolerances. Predict N7 calculates the correct amount of Nitrogen that the plant can immediately metabolized into proteins and enzymes based on site specific soil data and forecasted weather, and then automatically adjusts rates and products based on turf manager observations and situational needs. PREDICT N ₇ Precision Treatment Recommendations for Superior Results Location Specific Data + Science Based Formulas + Turf Manager Input GOLF MODELS Putting Green Models Fairway Models Tees Models SPORTS TURF MODELS Professional Athletic Fields Travel & Private Athletic Fields (Coming Soon) Simple Annual Pricing to Maximize ROI $1,399/year 1st Model + $500 /year 2nd Model + $400 /year 3rd Model + $300 /year 4th Model + $150 /year 5th+ Models PUTTING GREEN MODELS FIRMER, FASTER, SMOOTHER PLAYING SURFACES WITH LESS EFFORT BETTER LEAF TEXTURE Dramatically Improve Texture and Reduce Mowing and Rolling Grass Type: A4 Stimp: 12' +- Mowing Height: .115" PGR Use: Yes/High Mowing: 7x/wk Rolling: 2-3x/wk Grass Type: A4 Stimp: 12' +- Mowing Height: .130" PGR Use: No Mowing: 4x/wk Rolling: 2x/wk BETTER ROOTING Older Green Stimping at 13' Conserve Energy With Greater Stress Tolerances And Produce More Root Exudates To Mine Soils REDUCTION IN OM Reduce OM% Accumulation Rates And Reduce Disease Pressures and Water Holding Issues REDUCTION IN COST More controlled growth for less mowing and rolling Fewer invasive and labor intensive cultural practices Less dependence on PGR's and Fungicides IMPROVED OVERALL TURF HEALTH Increased stress tolerances Slower leaf growth and desiccation rates Consistent playability GET STARTED FAIRWAY MODELS CONTROLLED GROWTH AND BETTER OVERALL HEALTH WITHOUT SPENDING MORE IMPROVED GROWTH CONTROL Dialing in Nitrogen requirements including N released from the soil is a game changer for controlling growth on Fairways. Less mowing and blowing Fewer clippings Reduced labor, fuel and maintenance costs BETTER OVERALL HEALTH WITH FEWER INPUTS Matching forecasted Nitrogen requirements with the proper ratio of hormones, metabolites and nutrients means the turf is naturally healthier and looks and performs better. Better Playability Less watering Tighter leaf texture Less irrigation requirements Happier Golfers! BETTER ROOTING & ENVIRONMENTAL STREES TOLERANCE Even in August, Predict N7 users' rooting withstands the stress of summer, dramatically improving stress tolerance. Less disease pressure Less watering More uniform surfaces Small Title GET STARTED TEES MODELS GROWTH CONTROL, HEALTH, AND FASTER HEALING WITH LESS EFFORT Faster Divot Healing Utilizing specific Phytohormones and Metabolites to initiate lateral tillering. Improved Growth Control Dialing in Nitrogen requirements including N released from the soil is a game changer for controlling growth. GET STARTED PROFESSIONAL ATHLETIC FIELDS ELITE PLAYING SURFACES WITH LESS EFFOR T GET STARTED TRAVEL / PRIVATE ATHLETIC FIELDS ACTUAL RESULTS FROM OUR FIELD TESTING IN 2025 C4 Warm Season Under Field Testing (Coming Soon) C3 Cool Season Under Field Testing (Coming Soon) MODELS AND PRICING Models Tailored to Unique Turf Needs Golf Putting Greens Bentgrass, Poa annua, Ultradwarf, or Zoysia Fairways Cool Season and Warm Season Tees Cool Season and Warm Season Sports Turf Professional Fields Cool Season and Warm Season Athletic Fields Coming Soon Recreation Fields Coming Soon Simple Annual Pricing to Maximize ROI $1,399/year First Model +$500 /year 2nd Model +$400 /year 3rd Model +$300 /year 4th Model +$150 /year 5th+ Models What do I need to get started? GET STARTED Contact us to learn more or schedule a live demo! First name* Last name Email* Phone Write a message Submit

  • ABOUT | Predict-N7

    Predict N7 started as a way to predict supplemental N requirements for highly managed turf and has evolved to help turf managers turf's demand for nutrients, phytohormones and metabolites. How it all started PREDICT-N₇ was originally created by Cutler Robinson, CGCS with a Masters in Plant Physiology as a spreadsheet model to determine the amount of nitrogen a putting green would metabolize at different GDD (Growing Degree Days). The original model was intended to help a Turf Manager regulate growth without using a growth regulator. Over time, Predictive Agronomics founders discovered that matching N management with products offering the proper amount of phytohormones and metabolites produced extraordinary results. From N Modeling to Forecasting Turf Demands In partnership with a group of golf course and athletic field managers, the founders studied results and fine tuned formulas over the course of 3 years. In 2023 PREDICT-N₇ was ready to launch as a web-based app modeling Nitrogen along with all the nutrients, phytohormones and metabolites required by the plant for metabolic equilibrium. The results achieved by the Turf Managers using it spoke for themselves. Why it works If too much nitrogen is in the plant at any given time, it triggers unwanted topical growth and the plant will start to swell, texture goes from fine to coarse, ball speeds are slower, diseases enter more easily, and eventually leaf blades will lay over. Knowing the right amount of nitrogen is the best way to avoid these problems. While superintendents often manage nitrogen inputs based on intuition and experience, PREDICT-N₇ more accurately predicts desired inputs using location specific soil and future weather data. Superintendents can even dial-in their nitrogen inputs better to manage the growth and playing conditions they want. However, balancing nitrogen inputs is not enough to achieve ultimate playability, because it is only a piece of a greater process. Instead, all the Major Plant Process Steps need to be in balance too, so that protein and enzyme productions can be maximized. The total number of proteins and enzymes the plant can store determines the amount of strength the plant has to defend itself and recover quickly for ultimate playability. Unfortunately, when the turf is mowed low, the minimized leaf blades restrict the number of raw materials the plant critically needs, makes, and uses in all process steps that lead to building proteins and enzymes.

  • OUR TEAM | Predict-N7

    PREDICT-N₇ was originally created by Cutler Robinson, CGCS with a Masters in Plant Physiology, to determine how much nitrogen a putting green would metabolize at different GDD. The model was originally intended to help Turf Managers regulate growth without growth regulators, but Predictive Agronomics founders discovered that matching N management with products offering the proper amount of phytohormones and metabolites produced extraordinary results in control, leaf texture and playability. OUR TEAM Cutler Robinson Chief Agronomist & Predict N7 Co-Inventor Cutler Robinson is a Certified Golf Course Superintendent with an extensive 37-year career in turfgrass science and management. His most recent role was as Director of Golf Course Operations at Bayville Golf Club. Throughout his career, Cutler has received multiple accolades, notably the "Environmental Leader in Golf" award from Golf Digest and the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). He is widely recognized for his expertise, regularly presenting on environmental and plant health topics, and serving in prominent industry positions such as membership on the United States Golf Association's Green Section Committee. Cutler holds a Master of Science in Plant Pathology, Physiology, and Weed Science, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Forestry and Wildlife with a minor in Agronomy from Virginia Tech. His research credentials include significant work on Poa annua control in bentgrass putting greens and collaboration with Dr. Richard E. Schmidt on biostimulants' role in turfgrass growth and development. Beyond his professional commitments, Cutler is the lead guitarist for the band Slackdog. He and his wife Beth have two adult daughters, Cameron and Meredith. CHRIS APPEL Chief Marketing Officer & Predict N7 Co-Inventor Chris Appel has devoted the past 19 years of his career to working closely with Golf Course Superintendents and Sports Turf Managers as the owner of GE Turf Consultants and Solutions. His approach centers on delivering customer value, which has driven him to acquire a comprehensive understanding of turfgrass management. This experience inspired Chris to support Turf Professionals in adopting new tools and technologies to boost performance and ease workplace pressures. Before founding his own business, Chris held several leadership roles at Ingersoll-Rand Corporation, including Territory Sales Manager, Distributor Sales Manager, Marketing Manager, and Vice President. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business from James Madison University and an Executive MBA from Georgia State University. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Chris enjoys golfing, building projects, and spending quality time with his family at the lake. CINDY APPEL Chief Operating Officer Since 2006, Cindy Appel has served as President of GE Turf Solutions and Consultants, overseeing all financial and operational aspects, with additional involvement in marketing. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business with a minor in Marketing from Virginia Tech and an Executive MBA from Georgia State University. Cindy began her career in the evolving Internet Services industry, acquiring expertise in developing, launching, and managing technology products. As a Product Manager at AOL in 1995, she led the launch of the first Business Internet Access service offering secure remote employee access. Cindy's career includes successful tenures as Senior Product Manager at MCI Worldcom, Director of Product Marketing for a software start-up, and Vice President of Product Management for a Web hosting and Applications Service company. At Predictive Agronomics, Cindy brings together her experience in technology and software product development with her daily management skills. Outside of work, Cindy enjoys spending her free time reading and participating in book and mahjong clubs with friends. She is also an avid fan of live music and cherishes time with her three children. IT ALL STARTED IN 2019 | ABOUT US PREDICT-N₇ was originally created by Cutler Robinson, CGCS with a Masters in Plant Physiology as a spreadsheet model to determine the amount of nitrogen a putting green would metabolize at different GDD (Growing Degree Days). The original model was intended to help a Turf Manager regulate growth without using a growth regulator. Over time, Predictive Agronomics founders discovered that matching N management with products offering the proper amount of phytohormones and metabolites produced extraordinary results. They continued to study this and fine tune formulas over the course of 3 years before beginning development of a web-based app in 2022. Why it works... If too much nitrogen is in the plant at any given time, it triggers unwanted topical growth and the plant will start to swell, texture goes from fine to coarse, ball speeds are slower, diseases enter more easily and eventually leaf blades will lay over. Knowing the right amount of nitrogen is the best way to avoid these problems. While superintendents often manage nitrogen inputs based on intuition and experience, PREDICT-N₇ more accurately predicts desired inputs using location specific soil and future weather data. Superintendents can even dial-in their nitrogen inputs better to manage the growth and playing conditions they want. However, balancing nitrogen inputs is not enough to achieve ultimate playability, because it is only a piece of a greater process. Instead, all the Major Plant Process Steps need to be in balance too, so that protein and enzyme productions can be maximized. The total number of proteins and enzymes the plant can store determines the amount of strength the plant has to defend itself and recover quickly for ultimate playability. Unfortunately, when the turf is mowed low, the minimized leaf blades restrict the number of raw materials the plant critically needs, makes, and uses in all process steps that lead to building proteins and enzymes. After 4 years in total of successful Beta Testing with many golf courses and athletic fields, they were finally comfortable launching PREDICT-N₇ as a web-based service for Golf Courses- Greens, Tees, and Fairways and Sports Turf- Professional Athletic Fields in 2023. Contact us to learn more or schedule a live demo! 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  • FAQ | Predict-N7

    Predict N7 Decision Support Tool Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) Frequently Asked Questions NEW Soil Moisture Settings Best Practices & Results Model Settings Account & Setup Do I need to use a moisture sensor to select my Soil Moisture setting? Sensor data is not necessary. Using your field observations will work well. However, sensor data can be used if desired. Why don't I see much change in recommended N when I change my Observed Soil Moisture? This means that your organic matter levels are fairly low and/or forecasted temperatures are fairly cool so soil moisture has a less effect. I see a big change in the recommended N when I change Observed Soil Moisture, why is that? This occurs when organic matter levels are high and/or forecasted temperatures are warm. Using the Soil Moisture buttons will help bring growth under control faster than the original PN7 model was able to accomplish in these scenarios. I keep my greens as dry as possible without seeing wilt. When would the "Very Low" Soil Moisture button be necessary on Greens? The Very Low Soil Moisture button may only seldom be used where soil moisture is tightly managed through an excellent irrigation system and handwatering team. However, the Low or Very Low Soil Moisture button may commonly be used during dry weather where irrigation control is very precise. On some intensively managed facilities this may true for Tees and Fairways as well. Should I consider forecasted weather in addition to current conditions when setting the Soil Moisture buttons? Yes, you can certainly impart your sense of the conditions that your course will experience during the coming spray window. For example, if your fairways are not wet today but you see a low pressure system expected to result in wet soil during a good portion of your spray window, you can use the High or Very High Soil Moisture button.

  • GET STARTED | Predict-N7

    What you need to get started using Predict N7, the premier Nitrogen Management Decision Support App for Turf Managers Getting Started with PREDICT N ₇ Select Models to Meet Your Needs Golf Putting Greens Bentgrass, Poa annua, Ultradwarf, or Zoysia Fairways Cool Season and Warm Season Tees Cool Season and Warm Season Sports Turf Professional Fields Cool Season and Warm Season Athletic Fields Coming Soon Simple Annual Pricing to Maximize ROI $1,399/year 1st Model +$500 /year 2nd Model +$400 /year 3rd Model +$300 /year 4th Model +$150 /year 5th+ Models 1 GET AN ANA-LYNC SOIL TEST You will need at least one Ana-Lync test per model per year (not included in the subscription price). We suggest either a composite from 3 similar areas or 3 separate samples to better triangulate the data. More frequent testing will result in more accurate recommendations. Contact your local Floratine Sales Representative to pull samples, or Contact us to help you find a representative. 2 COMPLETE REGISTRATION FOR YOUR FIRST MODEL, THEN ADD MODELS VIA YOUR NEW HOMEPAGE Click on the link to register, select your first model, and enter your information. You will receive an email asking you to set up a password. Once you have set up a password, you will be able to log in and add additional models by clicking on the star icon on the bottom left corner of your home screen . Your model will be activated when you complete Step 3. 3 PAY YOUR INVOICE & SEND US YOUR ANA-LYNC SOIL TEST Once you register, you will receive an invoice that can be paid by ACH, check or credit card. Payment is required prior to model activation. Since Predict N7 algorithms use your soil test data, we must received a copy of your Ana-Lync test (one per model) to activate a new model. Please email them to admin@predictn7.com or ask your Floratine sales representative to send them. SIGN UP

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