Economic Impact and
Sustainability

The MGA Champions Sustainable, Responsible Golf to Ensure its Economic, Environmental, and Social Impact Endures for Generations.

Golf and the Environment

Golf courses provide vital green space, filtering stormwater, reducing heat, and supporting wildlife. In Minnesota, many lead in conservation through efficient irrigation, native plantings, and wetland restoration. The MGA works with superintendents and agronomists to promote sustainable, environmentally responsible practices.

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Golf and the Environment
Golf and the Community

Golf and the Community

Beyond environmental benefits, golf courses serve as community hubs, offering recreation, social connection, and economic impact. They provide jobs, tourism revenue, and local business support, while also being places where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together to enjoy the game. Through partnerships with industry organizations and environmental agencies, the MGA supports initiatives that ensure golf continues to benefit both people and the planet for generations to come.

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Golf and the Economy

$3.04 B

Total Economic Impact

34,829

Jobs Supported

8.83 M

Rounds Played

$1.2 B

in Wage Income

90%

Public Courses

Join Us in Making Golf More Sustainable

The MGA is committed to ensuring golf remains environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable for future generations. Golf courses, superintendents, and golfers all play a role in protecting the game’s future.

Explore sustainable practices, get involved with our initiatives, and help make a lasting impact. 

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