
Founded in 2002, the Turf Producers Association (TPA) was established by a group of elite sod growers in the United States and Canada to advance innovative turfgrass solutions that deliver high performance while reducing water use, inputs, and long-term maintenance.
The Association brings together licensed growers who share a commitment to quality, consistency, and responsible stewardship across residential, commercial, municipal, sports turf, and golf course markets.
In 2020, at the request of Barenbrug, the Turf Producers Association assumed responsibility for the licensing, marketing, and grower support of HGT® Sod (Healthy Grass Technology).
HGT Sod represents a significant advancement in turfgrass performance, engineered to deliver exceptional density, durability, and traffic tolerance—making it ideally suited for high-use environments such as sports fields, parks, school campuses, and golf course applications.
Through the HGT Sod program, the TPA works closely with licensed growers to ensure consistent production standards, coordinated marketing, and ongoing education. The Association supports research and outreach efforts that help specifiers, contractors, and end users understand the performance and management benefits of HGT Sod compared to conventional turfgrass options.
While the Association’s roots began with licensing RTF® Sod (Rhizomatous Tall Fescue), the expansion into HGT Sod reflects the TPA’s ongoing commitment to providing next-generation turf solutions that meet the evolving demands of modern landscapes.
Today, the Turf Producers Association serves as the steward of the HGT Sod brand, helping growers deliver reliable, high-performance turfgrass solutions that stand up to traffic, recover quickly, and perform under real-world conditions.
Turf Producers Association Office
2617 Tepee Cir, Fremont NE 68025
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