Taking Butterfield Country Club to the next level of proper plant health - be it turf, flowers, or trees, we at Butterfield knew it was time to turn to a true leader in soil science.

     On the recommendation of a fellow Superintendent, that Dirt~n~Turf Consulting, Inc. and especially David Marquardt would be a great fit for Butterfield Country club and myself, we contracted Dirt~n~Turf to do extensive soil testing for us to determine our soil deficiencies and plant needs. David Marquardt's extreme knowledge in turf and ornamentals along with the world leader in soil testing, Brookside Laboratories, is putting us on the right track for success.

     David Marquardt being an Independent Consulting Agronomist sure helps in the fact that he's not selling a product or his product, this is just straightforward sound advice and proper soil testing. Advice from chemical and especially fertilizer salesmen is very common practice. Their soil testing is most always geared toward the product they sell and not always the proper practice of where and what really needs to be applied. This puts a whole new perspective on fertilizing, not only for turf, but for proper tree health also.

     David Marquardt's 20 some years of experience in Horticulture, Turf, and Agriculture is unparalleled. His hard work and dedication to clients is unmatched.

     I know we are all on tight budgets and at first I was a little skeptical on expenses from proper soil testing and especially what corrections and recommendations were going to cost. After spending a great deal of time with Mr. Marquardt, the money we are going to spend to correct our soil is going to be well spent and still within the means of our budget. In the long run we know we are going to save a great deal of money on fertilizer, chemicals, and water once proper plant health is in place.

     I owe a great deal to David Marquardt as he has extended my knowledge on soil chemistry through proper practices and advice. I advise all to do the same and sit down with David to see for yourself the benefits you will reap.

Mike Vercautren
Golf Course Superintendent
Butterfield Country Club