About Us

Turf Australia represents and supports turf growers nationwide. The organisation works with levy-paying producers to help improve business performance, respond to change and maintain a strong, recognised natural turf industry.
Turf Australia’s work centres on four areas:

• Advocacy: Representing growers on issues such as water, biosecurity, environment and land‑use planning.
• Support: Providing information, connections and services that help turf businesses operate efficiently and sustainably.
• Education: Sharing practical knowledge through events, publications and online resources.
• Research and development: Sharing practical knowledge through events, publications and online resources.

We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration and connection between the turf industry, the community, regulators, government bodies and special interest groups.

We strive for continual industry growth through applied resources; advocacy and representation; ongoing community education; and sustainable practices to ensure the longevity of natural turf in Australia for future generations. Recent data shows;

• Australian Turf is a $1.5 billion industry
• Our industry consists of 189 turf farms across Australia
• 15,000 people are employed by the Australian turf industry
• Turfgrass is used on approximately 50,000 hectares of sport fields, parks and golf course across Australia
• The Australian turf industry experienced a 2-4% annual growth rate in recent years

Turf Australia’s mission is to support all growers and lead a sustainable, natural turfgrass industry.

Through clear communication and evidence-based advocacy, Turf Australia works to ensure natural turf is understood and valued by the community, regulators, and other decision‑makers. The organisation draws on scientific research to explain the role of turf in areas such as urban heat, liveability, recreation and landscape performance.

The Australian turf industry covers the production and maintenance of natural turf used for:

• Sports fields and community ovals
• Golf courses and bowling greens
• Parks and public open space
• Residential lawns and landscapes
• Commercial and institutional projects

Natural turf contributes to:

• Property and landscape value
• Functional, safe surfaces for sport and play
• Environmental benefits such as cooling, erosion control and carbon capture
• Social and community benefits associated with green space access

Turf farms produce and harvest natural turf to specified quality standards, supplying rolls or slabs for installation on a wide range of sites. Once installed, turf is maintained through mowing, irrigation, nutrition and other cultural practices to meet the performance needs of each location.
Across the value chain, the industry includes:

• Turf producers and farm staff
• Contractors and installers
• Sports turf and grounds managers
• Suppliers of inputs, machinery and services

Together, these businesses support the delivery and long-term performance of natural turf surfaces in Australian homes, communities and major facilities.