Revolutionizing Irrigation at Barona Creek Golf Club with CBX
In the world of golf, maintaining a lush, verdant course isn't just a matter of aesthetics—it's a necessity for the game. And no one understands this better than the Barona Creek Golf Club, nestled in the foothills east of San Diego, California. With a commitment to conservation and efficiency, the club has partnered with CBX to revolutionize its irrigation practices and promote soil health.
In 2005, Barona Creek Golf Club started using CBX, driven by a need to conserve water. The club faced significant challenges, as their water supply, sourced from a series of wells, proved inadequate during the summer months. This led to the costly practice of transporting water from other locations, necessitating a solution to reduce irrigation costs.
To tackle this challenge, the club embarked on a quest to improve its water management strategies. They incorporated several methods, including moisture sensors, more efficient irrigation timers, soil treatments, and wetting agents. As part of this initiative, CBX was applied on several holes in the rough area, along with a wetting agent, with the aim of enhancing the soil's ability to absorb and retain water.
The results were nothing short of groundbreaking. After just three months of CBX application, the club noted a substantial increase in the soil's infiltration rate. The initial rate of infiltration was an inch per hour. But by the end of summer, it had improved to more than an inch in fifteen minutes. This incredible increase was not just a statistical success; it translated to palpable improvements in the golfing conditions and the overall quality of the turf.
It didn't stop there. A secondary test conducted after three months of CBX application showed an impressive increase of 10 inches in soil penetration. Compared to the control area, where the percolation rates showed no appreciable change, the CBX-treated soil was noticeably healthier and more efficient at absorbing water.
What makes CBX truly special is its ability to create micro-pores in the soil. These micro-pores increase the soil's air space around the soil colloids, creating room for irrigation water to be held. This not only reduces the overall amount of water required to maintain the turf but also increases the efficiency of the water used, as less of it is lost to evaporation and runoff.
The success at Barona Creek Golf Club is a testament to the transformative potential of CBX. It serves as an example of how innovative products can help conserve water, improve soil health, and contribute to more sustainable golf courses. For Barona Creek Golf Club, the journey with CBX is just beginning, with plans to increase the acres treated in the coming seasons.
The future of golf course maintenance and irrigation is here, and it's spelled CBX. Whether you're a golf course manager looking to improve course conditions or a homeowner trying to maintain your lawn, CBX offers an effective and sustainable solution to your water conservation needs.