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Beyond the Trial Plots: Real-World Feedback on Tif3D from Superintendents and Agronomists

  • kevin32469
  • May 31
  • 3 min read

Updated: Jun 24

For General Managers and Directors of Agronomy, no turf decision is made in isolation. It's rarely about what looks best on paper—it’s about what works under real-world conditions, in the hands of seasoned professionals, across diverse climates and course types.

That’s exactly why the launch of Tif3D, the latest ultradwarf bermudagrass from the University of Georgia, has turned heads—not just for its genetics, but for the voices backing it.


Tif3D has been tested and adopted by some of the most respected superintendents in the Southeast. This post isn’t about lab trials or university forecasts. It’s about what those in the field are saying—those tasked with delivering elite putting conditions, 365 days a year.


From Research to Real-World: The Tif3D Timeline

After over a decade of development, Tif3D was released in 2023. But long before its commercial availability, it underwent extensive field trials at more than 20 golf courses across Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Texas.

These weren’t research-only facilities—they were daily-fee courses, member-owned clubs, and high-end private properties. UGA worked directly with superintendents to trial the grass under real maintenance schedules, typical golfer traffic, and environmental stress.


What Superintendents Are Saying

Tyler DaSilva, Kinderlou Forest Golf Club (Valdosta, GA)

“Tif3D gives us the look and feel of TifEagle but with faster recovery and more uniform ball roll. We’ve had fewer issues with thinning under stress, and the green speeds have been exactly where we want them.”

DaSilva and his team tested Tif3D side-by-side with TifEagle for multiple seasons. The dense canopy and color retention of Tif3D made it a standout, especially in summer heat.

Darren Davis, Olde Florida Golf Club (Naples, FL)

Davis, a past president of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), has been part of early feedback groups for new turfgrass releases for years.

“What impressed me most about Tif3D wasn’t just performance—it was consistency. We saw uniformity across the entire surface, even in shaded and high-traffic areas. That’s rare with ultradwarfs.”

James Smith, Agronomy Director, Multi-Course Management Group (Southeast Region)

“When we make turf decisions across multiple properties, we need reliability and scalability. Tif3D has shown both. It’s easy to manage and hits the marks for aesthetics, speed, and stress tolerance.”

What the Data Supports

Feedback from superintendents is backed by hard numbers:

  • Higher density ratings than TifEagle and MiniVerde in NTEP-style trials

  • More consistent green speeds even during environmental fluctuations

  • Faster grow-in and fewer disease incidents during establishment

  • Greater ball roll uniformity at tournament mowing heights (<1/8")

  • Less scalping under aggressive maintenance schedules


These are the metrics that matter—not just in presentations, but in your P&L and post-round surveys.


Why This Matters to GMs

As a General Manager, you don’t have time to gamble with unproven turf. You rely on data, your superintendent’s expertise, and peer validation from those who’ve seen results. With Tif3D, you’re getting:

  • A high-performance ultradwarf bermuda with a proven track record

  • Transparency and trust—UGA’s team has openly shared performance data and encouraged side-by-side testing

  • Flexibility in application—Tif3D has worked on everything from resort courses to championship layouts

  • Marketing credibility—you can say your course features one of the most rigorously tested turfgrasses available today


From Agronomy to Asset

When superintendents recommend a turf variety, they’re not just looking for grass that’s easy to grow. They’re selecting a surface that reflects the entire facility’s standards, brand, and golfer experience.


Tif3D has already built a community of believers—not because of a marketing push, but because it has delivered under pressure.


Want to hear it for yourself?

Ask your regional GCSAA chapter who’s trialed or installed Tif3D. Reach out to your local certified sod grower. Chances are, someone in your network has first-hand experience with this turf—and they’re willing to talk about why they made the switch.


Want to learn more?

Fill out the form at the bottom of the main page at www.TiF3D.com

 
 
 

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