Texas Turfgrass Association - Provides information on turf resources, education and research, has a member's area, produces a magazine and holds conferences. The Institute of Groundsmanship - Membership organisation that represents groundsmen, greenkeepers and all others involved in landscaping, horticulture, sports turf, and amenity turf management. United Kingdom. Illinois Turfgrass Foundation - Nonprofit group dedicated to supporting turfgrass research and education in the state. Includes research, education programs, publications, resources and contacts. Maryland Turfgrass Council - Organization to connect individuals, public agencies, and organizations to improve turfgrass culture, production, and education in Maryland. News and events, legislative affairs, and publications. Division C-5 (Turfgrass) of the Crop Science Society of America - Member directory with e-mail addresses, list of officers, and annual meeting information. Focuses upon development, evaluation, establishment, and maintenance of turfgrass for multiple uses. Part of the sister societies American Society of Agronomy and Soil Science Society of America. European Turfgrass Society - Aims to encourage innovative applications and a holistic view of turf, particularly with respect to its influence on urban and environmental quality. Provides a forum for scientists, consultants, companies and practitioners to discuss technical issues.