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Travis Roberson

Dr. Travis Roberson began his turfgrass career in 2013 at a premier Virginia golf course, where exposure to Virginia Tech field research sparked his passion for turfgrass science. Travis earned his B.S. (2016) and M.S. (2019) from Virginia Tech before working as an assistant superintendent, bridging academic knowledge with practical application.

In September 2023, Travis joined Syngenta as Field Technical Manager for the Digital Platform team while pursuing his doctorate. He completed his Ph.D. in March 2025, specializing in drone technology, in-ground sensors, irrigation assessment, and ultradwarf bermudagrass winter management. Today, he leverages his expertise to advance precision turfgrass management through innovative digital solutions.

Leveraging Digital Innovations for Precision Turf Management

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Join Syngenta's digital and agronomic experts for an insightful 25-minute session exploring cutting-edge tools transforming golf course management. Dr. Travis Robserson, Technical Lead for Syngenta Digital Solutions, and Matt Legg, Technical Lead for Syngenta Professional Solutions Canada, will introduce integrated digital platforms designed to enhance superintendent decision-making. Moderated by Scott White, Head of Marketing for Syngenta Digital Solutions, this presentation showcases SPIIO soil sensors and the GreenCast Connect platform—powerful technologies that measure critical above and below-ground climatic variables in real-time.

Discover how these tools enable precise monitoring of soil moisture, temperature, and salinity while providing actionable insights on disease pressure forecasting, Growth Potential calculations, and Growing Degree Day tracking. Through compelling real-world case studies, the team will demonstrate how forward-thinking superintendents are leveraging digital data to optimize irrigation strategies, time fungicide applications more effectively, and proactively manage both biotic and abiotic stresses.

Learn how data-driven turf management reduces operational risk, protects playing surface quality, and supports sustainable resource use. Whether you're exploring digital adoption or seeking to maximize existing technologies, this session delivers practical insights for modern golf course management.

 

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