LIV Golf has announced plans to introduce a unified agronomic evaluation and preparation framework across its 14-event global season, placing a renewed emphasis on course conditioning, sustainability and long-term venue legacy.
The league will work alongside The R&A Sustainable Agronomy Service and the USGA Green Section, drawing on their combined expertise to help host venues deliver consistent, championship-calibre playing conditions in an environmentally responsible manner.
Ross Hallett, EVP, Head of Events at LIV Golf, said:
“Our commitment to delivering championship-caliber playing conditions and world-class competition across the LIV Golf League is strengthened by our alignment with The R&A Sustainable Agronomy Service and the USGA Green Section.”
LIV Golf Partners with R&A and USGA to Elevate Course Conditions
Unified Agronomic Framework Across Global Events
Under the initiative, LIV Golf will apply shared agronomic standards across all tournaments while still allowing each course’s individual character and design to remain intact. The framework is designed to raise baseline conditions without imposing a one-size-fits-all approach on host venues.
Hallett elaborated:
“Across 14 host cities worldwide, the preparation of our courses is fundamental to the success of each event. By implementing a comprehensive agronomic framework informed by the expertise of golf’s leading entities, we are able to elevate competitive standards year after year and ensure playing environments reflect the highest levels of professional sport.”
Sustainable Golf Course Management at the Forefront
The R&A Sustainable Agronomy Service and the USGA Green Section are widely respected for advising clubs and competitions around the world on modern turf management, sustainability and long-term course stewardship. Their guidance enables superintendents to adapt to local conditions while preserving the distinct identity of each venue and delivering championship-level playing environments.
LIV Golf officials say the move reflects a broader commitment to creating a meaningful and lasting impact at host courses, supported by continued investment in course conditioning, facilities and infrastructure, alongside sustainability initiatives designed to reduce environmental impact.
Expanding on that approach, Hallett said:
“Our athletes are among the most competitive and knowledgeable in the game, and competing on courses prepared to exacting global standards is essential to supporting both performance evolution and sustained excellence. We appreciate the continued leadership of The R&A and the USGA and their enduring commitment to advancing the game at the highest level.”
Strong Start to LIV Golf 2026 Season Builds Momentum
Riyadh Opener Highlights Competitive Depth
The 2026 season began at Riyadh Golf Club, where debutant Elvis Smylie claimed a breakthrough victory that set an early tone for the campaign. The result underlined LIV Golf’s growing competitive depth and provided an eye-catching start to the year.
Record Crowds in Adelaide Signal Growing Global Interest
That opening event was followed by a landmark week at The Grange Golf Club, where crowds exceeded 115,000, establishing the most-attended LIV Golf event to date and the largest professional golf tournament ever staged in Australia.
LIV Golf 2026 Schedule Spans Five Continents
Global Calendar Covers 10 Countries
The season continues with tournaments at Hong Kong Golf Club, Sentosa Golf Club, The Club at Steyn City, Club de Golf Chapultepec, Trump National Golf Club Washington DC, and Real Club Valderrama, among others.
New Orleans and U.S. Venues Feature Prominently
In the United States, LIV Golf will also return to Bayou Oaks at City Park, alongside events at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, The Club at Chatham Hills, and The Cardinal at Saint John’s.
With events staged across 10 countries and five continents, LIV Golf’s new agronomic framework represents a clear attempt to bring greater cohesion to course preparation worldwide — raising standards while aiming to ensure each host venue is left stronger long after competition week.
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LIV Golf Global Agronomy Standards: Key Details
- Unified agronomy standards introduced across LIV Golf’s 14-event 2026 global schedule.
- Focus on sustainability and legacy, with long-term investment in course conditions and infrastructure.
- Season spans five continents, following early events in Riyadh and Adelaide and including a return to New Orleans.
