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Warwick Racecourse choose ProMaster 79 to deliver results in challenging conditions
Maintaining a strong, healthy and dense sward over a wet winter period is a headache for any Turf Manager, but for Head Groundsman at Warwick…
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Six year sward conversion programme at Sheringham GC on track thanks to Redexim seeders
Norfolk’s Sheringham Golf Club has called on a duo of seeders from Charterhouse Turf Machinery to help their aim of achieving ‘continuous development’. With advice…
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Sherriff’s Marathon is tenacious for Trojans
Heavy usage on the sports pitches at the Trojan Club in Eastleigh, Hampshire, means that head groundsman Dave Edwards needs to ensure the turf stands…
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H2Pro TriSmart makes a difference at The West Lancashire GC
Stuart Hogg, Course Manager at The West Lancashire Golf Club, believes that ICL’s H2Pro TriSmart provides him with everything he requires from a wetting agent….
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Limagrain the front runner at York Racecourse
As a long-term user of Limagrain grass seed, Adrian Kay, head groundsman at York Racecourse, believes that an improvised MM25 mixture gives him the confidence…
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NEW H2Pro SaltSmart launched by ICL
ICL has announced the launch of an exciting new addition to its leading range of H2Pro wetting agents – H2Pro “SaltSmart”. Utilising advanced polymer and…
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Exhibitors praise ‘valuable’ SALTEX
The SALTEX 2018 post-show survey has revealed that an overwhelming amount of exhibitors reported hugely successful business results with many claiming that it was the…
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Dennis & SISIS exhibiting at GIS 2019
Dennis & SISIS will be exhibiting at GIS (Golf Industry Show) 2019 which takes place at San Diego’s Convention Center on February 6-7. GIS is…
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Charterhouse break new ground with launch of OxyShot
BTME 2019 saw Charterhouse Turf Machinery launch a new machine into their Aeration portfolio – the OxyShot. Produced in response to industry demand for a…
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DLF Select programme takes the guesswork out of seed quality
Following two years of research and investment, DLF will launch the new ‘DLF Select’ quality programme and seed range for the 2019 season. In a…
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A trio of new products showcased at BTME by Headland Amenity
They say all good things come in 3’s and for Headland Amenity, BTME 2019 saw the introduction of three new products to their range of…
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Limagrain UK’s MM succeeds at Charterhouse
Lee Marshallsay, grounds manager at Charterhouse in Surrey, has reported successful results after using a range of MM grass seed from Limagrain UK. Lee has…
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Barenbrug at BTME 2019
Barenbrug, the UK’s biggest and most innovative grass seed producer, will be showcasing its industry-leading products and cultivars at BTME 2019. You can find Barenbrug’s…
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ICL a key supplier for John Ledwidge
John Ledwidge has praised the consistent support he receives from ICL – particularly during what is an incredibly exciting and somewhat busy period for the…
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Dennis & SISIS launch new Groundcare Seminar
Dennis & SISIS have announced an exciting new free-to-attend Groundcare Seminar which has been designed with education in mind for those involved in groundcare on…
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Invasives Science Live success
Over 60 contractors and invasive weed eradication specialists recently attended Invasives Science Live – a unique event that showcased the latest research and technological innovations…
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See the light at BTME with Syngenta
Syngenta will be giving turf managers the chance to win a professional PAR light meter every day at BTME 2019 – to scientifically measure useable…
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Visitors vote SALTEX 2018 the best yet
The SALTEX 2018 post-show visitor survey has revealed that an overwhelming amount of attendees felt that SALTEX 2018 was the best and most vibrant show…
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Dennis & SISIS to showcase all-star line-up at STMA
Dennis and SISIS will be showcasing an all-star line-up of equipment at the 2019 Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) Conference and Exhibition, including the recently…
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The Golf Environment Awards finalists 2019
STRI ecologist, Rowan Rumball, looks back on his first year with the Golf Environment Awards and discusses the 2019 finalists. Earlier…
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ICL helps take Shrewsbury School from summer to winter
With an incredibly short renovation window to transform his summer sports pitches into winter sports pitches, Andy Richards, Grounds Manager at Shrewsbury School, can’t afford…
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New ICL products and innovations coming to BTME
ICL, who can be found at Stand 426 in the Purple Zone, will be showcasing a range of new products and innovative technologies at BTME…
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Discover PrecisionPro – the award winning sports turf app
Visitors to the Sherriff Amenity stand (110), located in the Blue Zone at BTME 2019, will be able to find out more about the award…
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Improve your course with Limagrain UK
Visitors to the Limagrain UK stand (140), located in the Blue Zone at BTME 2019, can expect a range of market leading products that can…
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Dennis and SISIS head to BTME
Dennis and SISIS will be heading to Harrogate and BTME 2019 on their new stand, located in the red zone on Stand 247. …
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Terra Firma expands machinery portfolio
Terra Firma has significantly increased its groundcare machinery offering by adding four new brands to its portfolio. Terra Firma, one of Scotland’s largest…
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STRI Group appoints Gwynn Davies
STRI Group is delighted to announce that Gwynn Davies has been appointed as a turfgrass consultant, to support extensive business growth and service development in…
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Headland Amenity to return to BTME – Stand 262, Red Zone
Retuning to BTME 2019 with their range of plant nutrition products for golf and sports turf will be Headland Amenity. Particular highlights on stand 262…
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DLF to exhibit at BTME, Red Zone Stand 214
The Johnsons Sports Seed range has always been focused on quality, providing professional turf managers with the tools to deliver high performance turf that can…
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New Customer Care Manager for Bernhard
Bernhard and Company is pleased to announce that Stuart Hall has recently joined as its Customer Care Manager. Stuart has moved from Reesink Turfcare UK…
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SALTEX 2018 – shaping the future of groundscare
From robotics to hybrid mowers and digital apps, ground-breaking ideas to thought provoking debates, career enhancing advice to limitless opportunities; the recent SALTEX 2018 at…
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ICL embark on four-year seaweed project
ICL has joined forces with Royal Holloway, University of London to embark on a unique four-year research project which will look in detail at the…
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SISIS Quadraplay performs at Dudley Kingswinsford RFC
A volunteer groundsman at Dudley Kingswinford Rugby Club in the West Midlands has praised the SISIS Quadraplay single pass maintenance system after the club purchased…
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Sherriff Amenity wins SALTEX Innovation Award 2018
On the first day of SALTEX 2018, Sherriff Amenity’s ground-breaking new app, PrecisionPro, was announced as the winner of the second, annual SALTEX Innovation Award….
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Dennis Razor shows its quality at Mapperley
According to deputy head greenkeeper and mechanic Michael Dickson, there has been a notable improvement in the quality of the greens at Mapperley Golf Club…
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Monitoring impacts of EU Exit on the pesticides sector
Defra research study What are we doing? Although there is still uncertainty about future arrangements for EU Exit, Defra and other government departments are…
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MM seed thrives at Redditch GC
Karl Williams, course manager at Redditch Golf Club, has reported fantastic results from applying a range of Limagrain’s MM grass seed on the tees and…
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2019 Golf Environment Awards finalists announced
STRI is delighted to announce the finalists for the 2019 Golf Environment Awards (GEAs), recognising golf clubs and individuals that strive to undertake environmental best practice. …
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The Prince of Puns lined up for the IOG Industry Awards
Milton Jones funny man takes the reigns from Bake Off’s Tom Allen at IOG Industry Awards This year’s IOG Industry Awards event will be full…
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New face in the North for DLF/Johnsons Sports Seeds
To support their continued investment, growth and increase in sales, DLF Seeds have announced the appointment of Alistair Eccles. Joining the amenity team as Regional…
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Final three announced for SALTEX 2018 Innovation Award
Reesink Turfcare, Sherriff Amenity and McConnel have been announced as the final three companies competing to get their hands on the SALTEX 2018 Innovation Award. …
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MM60 passes the test at George Heriots
Simon Theurer, head groundsman at George Heriots School in Edinburgh, has reported excellent results from overseeding with Limagrain’s MM60 grass seed mix. Originally…
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West Malling GC benefits from Turf Rewards
Sam Young, Course Manager at West Malling Golf Club in Kent, has seen an improvement in the efficacy of his spraying operations since claiming the…
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Plan your visit to SALTEX 2018
The countdown is on to Europe’s largest annual turf management event and here is a reminder of everything you need to know ahead of SALTEX…
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SALTEX 2018: pre-reg up & outdoor demos a sell out
Event organisers have reported a significant increase in pre-show visitor registration ahead of SALTEX 2018, which takes place at The NEC, Birmingham on 31 October…
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Limagrain UK host independent school event at AELTC
Limagrain UK recently hosted an event at the All England Lawn Tennis Club, Wimbledon, in which a number of independent school groundsmen were treated to…
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Greenmaster Invigorator crucial for Kingsbarns fairways
Innes Knight, Course and Facilities Manager at Kingsbarns Golf Links, says that ICL’s Greenmaster Pro-Lite Invigorator 4-0-8+2MgO+4Fe is crucial to his fairways maintenance programme. …
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SISIS success at Shrewsbury School
Andy Richards, grounds manager at Shrewsbury School, has reported excellent results from using a range of SISIS equipment to maintain the School’s widely praised sports…
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Marathon is the front runner at Hamilton Park
Stephen Fyles, track manager at Hamilton Park racecourse, has noticed significant improvements since switching to a variety of Marathon Sport extended release fertilisers from Sherriff…
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SALTEX Innovation Award 2018
SALTEX plays host to the most technologically advanced-equipment showcase in grounds management. After making its successful debut last year, the SALTEX Innovation Award is back…
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Dennis shows cutting edge technology at SALTEX 2018
A visit to the Dennis stand on E070 at IOG SALTEX 2018 will show how the company’s range of world class turf maintenance equipment enables…
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Crystal Green® takes centre stage for Headland Amenity at SALTEX
Stand H050 Crystal Green® will feature heavily on the Headland Amenity stand at SALTEX 2018. A source of slow-release phosphorus, nitrogen and magnesium recovered from nutrient-rich…
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DLF focus on ‘prevention rather than reaction’ for winter overseeding
Stand J100 Following a year of extreme weather conditions, a stop by the DLF stand, J100 at SALTEX, will be a must for Turf Managers…
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Stressbuster and Primo Maxx the winning formula for Rosemount
Brian Scott, Course Manager at the Rosemount course at Blairgowrie Golf Club in Perthshire, Scotland, believes that the success of his greens is largely thanks…
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MLR launch the Orn
MLR, the international sports supplementary lighting business, has launched a new lighting rig specifically designed for golf courses – the first of its kind in…
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ICL appoint Andrew Pledger
ICL Turf & Landscape are pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Pledger as their new Technical Area Sales Manager covering the South East of…
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Sherriff Amenity to demonstrate ‘precise’ turf management at SALTEX
Visitors to the Sherriff Amenity stand (E060) at SALTEX 2018 will get the chance to find out how they could significantly improve their turf through…
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ICL at SALTEX 2018
Leading the way in offering the very best in product innovation, visitors to the ICL stand (K030) at SALTEX 2018 will get the chance to…
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Market leading MM seed on display at SALTEX
Limagrain UK, one of the world’s largest seed companies will be showcasing its impressive range of grass seed mixtures, including the market leading MM60 and…
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MM keeps standards high at Cheltenham College
Christian Brain, head of grounds at Cheltenham College, believes that Limagrain UK’s range of MM grass seed mixtures have helped him to maintain the high…
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SISIS key to cricket maintenance at Merchant Taylors’
Merchant Taylors’ has recently purchased a range of SISIS equipment to help maintain the top class cricket facilities on offer at the prestigious school in…
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Dennis combination gets results at St Albans
Ian Smith, turf consultant for St Albans School, Woollam Trust Playing Fields, has reported excellent results from using the combination of a Dennis G860 cassette…
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ICL takes Downfield GC to next level
John Watson, Course Manager at Downfield Golf Club in Dundee, has been using ICL products for the entirety of his 20 year greenkeeping career and…
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Sign up for Learning LIVE 2018 educational sessions
SALTEX event organisers have revealed exciting details about this year’s all-encompassing education programme – Learning LIVE. The CPD-accredited seminars are free to attend and registration…
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Sherriff tank-mixes a ‘game-changer’ at Sweetwoods Park
Allan Tait, Course Manager at Sweetwoods Park Golf Club in Cowden, Kent, has reported excellent results from using two tank mixes containing a range of…
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To bee or not to bee
There really is no question about it, bees are one of the most vital components of the eco-system and in the past five years there…
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Operation Pollinator instant on-line sign up
Golf courses can now sign up to join the Syngenta Operation Pollinator initiative quickly and easily, with an instant on-line form. Over 100 golf courses…
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New E2 Pro Elicitor from Sherriff Amenity
Sherriff Amenity has announced the launch of E2 Pro Elicitor – a new unique soluble plant biostimulant which contains Harpin aβ. E2 Pro…
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Dennis & SISIS event a hit with cricket groundsmen
Over 130 cricket groundsmen made their way to Cheltenham College for the second ever Dennis and SISIS’ Cricket Pitch Renovation Day, which featured a mix…
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H2Pro key to Lansdowne’s moisture management programme
The Lansdowne course at Blairgowrie Golf Club in Perthshire, Scotland has seen huge benefits since using a range of ICL’s H2Pro moisture management products –…
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DLF Seeds makes strategic acquisition with PGG Wrightson Seeds
DLF Seeds have announced that an agreement has been reached to acquire PGG Wrightson Seeds. With DLF recognised as a leading seed player in the…
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Research underlines credentials of younger thinner cut turf for quicker establishment
Independent research by the Sports Turf Research Institute (STRI) has underlined the credentials of younger thinner cut turf for its ability to root more quickly…
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Fantastic fairways from the SISIS Flexibrush
Lawrence Ryan, course manager at Overstone Park Resort, believes that the SISIS tractor mounted Flexibrush delivers fantastic results on the picturesque fairways at the Northampton…
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Limagrain is a ‘proven package’ for The Posh
Rob Bradshaw, head groundsman at Peterborough United FC’s Mick George Training Academy, has praised both the product and the service he receives from Limagrain UK….
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Dunbar GC finds BLEC Multiseeder creates minimum disruption to course
Set within Scotland’s Golf Coast, the 18 hole links course at Dunbar Golf Club demands accuracy and judgement as play follows natural contours and a…
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Merchant Taylors’ continue to choose Dennis
After a complete fleet renewal at Merchant Taylors’ School, grounds manager Richard Ayling has continued to put his trust in Dennis by purchasing a G860…
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Pitchworks continues to grow with new appointment
Pitchworks, market specialists in supplying superior ground equipment and products to the sports industry, has announced the appointment of Lee Williams as its new Area…
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ICL Independent Schools Seminar is a hit for Six
ICL marks its sixth Independent Schools Seminar in style ICL recently held the sixth successive annual Independent Schools Seminar. The event, held at Edgbaston…
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Digital download to plan your fungicide calendar
Syngenta has launched a digital download of its highly popular Proactive Fungicide Calendar, to enable Superintendents, Course Managers and Agronomists to plan a bespoke fungicide…
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New Innovation Hub at SALTEX
New for 2018, SALTEX visitors can expect to see and experience the very latest groundscare ingenuity in a new area on the show floor which…
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Flexible GoGreen gets instant results at Rustington
According to Head Greenkeeper Rob Hill the unique nine-hole course at Rustington Golf Centre in West Sussex is looking the best it has ever been…
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DLF mixtures provide solution to cricket wickets and outfields at Kings School
A ‘historic and inspirational cathedral setting’ provides the backdrop for studies to the pupils at The King’s School, Gloucester. In charge of maintaining the 3…
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Wolves put their trust in ICL granulars
Wayne Lumbard, Head Groundsman at Wolverhampton Wanderers FC has reason to celebrate. Not only has the team been promoted to the Premier League, but in…
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Dennis and SISIS announce 2018 cricket renovation date
Dennis and SISIS have announced the date for their popular cricket renovation day for 2018. The event will be held at Cheltenham College on 7…
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Rolawn helps Young Offenders garden scoop Silver at Hampton Court Show
Rolawn’s continued support of the 2018 show season paid dividends for many of the show gardens at this year’s RHS Hampton Court Flower Show, with…
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Colour Splash wows members at Burnham Beeches
Lee Bishop, Course Manager at Burnham Beeches Golf Club in South Buckinghamshire, has said that Limagrain UK’s range of Colour Splash flower mixtures have helped…
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SISIS Auto Rotorake needs to be seen to be believed
Andy Richards, Grounds Manager at Shrewsbury School, has claimed that he is amazed at the amount of material the SISIS Auto Rotorake MK5 removes from…
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Lawn Care Legends LIVE comes to SALTEX
A fantastic networking opportunity for landscapers and gardeners will be available at SALTEX 2018 – which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham on 31 October…
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The ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship 2019
Applications are now open for the ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship 2019. Now in its third year, ICL and BIGGA are seeking five…
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Ecoplug Max prevents re-growth in Yorkshire
Martin Lingard, Contracts Manager for Lowther Forestry, has reported that ICL’s Ecoplug Max is helping him manage an extensive tree and shrub clearance project throughout…
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Record result for Barenbrug: #1 variety in BSPB Turfgrass Seed Booklet 2018
ALL BENT is number one bentgrass mixture for golf greens Grass expert, Barenbrug UK, has dominated the BSPB Turfgrass bentgrass trials this year, with a…
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Dennis Razor tops the list at Merchant Taylors’
After Richard Ayling, grounds manager at Merchant Taylors’ School, drew up a shortlist of new potential machinery to purchase, the Dennis Razor fine turf mower…
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SISIS TM1000 recommended for local cricket clubs
David Hodgson, groundsman and president at the Kirkstall Educational Cricket Club in Headingley, Leeds, believes that a lot more local cricket clubs would see significant…
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Qualibra is ‘perfect’ for Royal Cinque Ports
James Bledge, Course Manager at Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club in Deal, Kent, says he has successfully treated Dry Patch with monthly applications of Qualibra…
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Dennis and SISIS help prepare for Waterloo Championships
The Dennis FT510 and SISIS Dart are currently helping Mark Audin prepare the green at the Waterloo Hotel, Blackpool, for the biggest national tournament in…
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Gold rush for exhibitors choosing Rolawn at RHS Chelsea 2018
A hugely successful RHS Chelsea Flower Show was enjoyed by companies using Rolawn products, Rolawn’s Medallion® turf, Blended Loam topsoil, Landscaping Bark, and Soil Improver…
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Proud supporter of BBC Gardeners’ World Live
Rolawn, home of ‘Britain’s Finest Turf’, Medallion® and industry leading blended loam topsoils, landscaping bark and soil improver is proud to be one of the…
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Making light work
New Ryder turf pigment technology from Syngenta offers the chance to instantly enhance the colour and visual appearance of turf, along with exciting properties to…
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SALTEX 2018 visitor registration now open
Event organisers have announced that visitor registration for SALTEX 2018 is now officially open at www.iogsaltex.com. SALTEX 2018, Europe’s largest annual event for groundscare professionals,…
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Show success as 14 medal winners at RHS Malvern Spring Festival chose Rolawn
While the weather at this year’s RHS Malvern Spring Festival was the crowning glory for the many beautiful show gardens, Rolawn’s topsoils and mulches provided…
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Home is where the heart is for Rolawn as the Yorkshire Dales relocate to Chelsea
Rolawn, the UK’s premium turf and topsoil supplier is working with Welcome to Yorkshire, the region’s tourism destination specialist, to provide 60 square metres of…
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Rolawn becomes proud sponsor of the RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2018
A total of 13 exhibitors at this year’s RHS Malvern Spring Festival (10th – 13th May at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern), will fly the…
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Clean sweep over to Johnsons J Premier Pitch at Reading FC
Making the switch to a brand new grass seed after using the same mixture for 10 years is a big step, but one that Grounds…
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Turf professionals see Charterhouse machines in action at Thetford GC
Charterhouse Turf Machinery, in conjunction with dealers Ben Burgess GroundsCare, recently entertained over 80 groundsmen and greenkeepers at an open day at Thetford Golf Club….
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Emma Kilby raises money for Children with Cancer UK
Emma Kilby, Technical Area Sales Manager for ICL, has not only beaten three types of cancer but she has also just conquered the London Marathon…
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SISIS Flexicomb extends pitch life at UKC
Lee Ballard, senior groundsperson at the University of Kent (UKC) in Canterbury, believes that his new SISIS Flexicomb is the perfect tool to help extend…
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SALTEX – driving new leads year round
Since SALTEX 2017 took place at the NEC, Birmingham in November last year, a number of exhibitors are still generating business as a direct result…
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Syngenta appoints Glenn Kirby as UK Technical Manager for turf
Syngenta has appointed Glenn Kirby as the company’s new position of dedicated Technical Manager for the UK Turf & Landscape business. Glenn brings 25 years’…
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New North East Technical Area Sales Manager for ICL
ICL has announced the appointment of Craig Lalley as its new Technical Area Sales Manager covering North East England, Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire. Craig joins…
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Sherriff Amenity announced as UK distributor of Turf Improver
Sherriff Amenity is delighted to announce that it is now the exclusive UK distributor of Carbon Gold’s Enriched Biochar Turf Improver. Carbon Gold’s aim is…
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Rody Kilbride named Irish Student Greenkeeper of the Year
The winner of the Irish Student Greenkeeper of the Year Award 2018, sponsored by ICL and Syngenta, has been announced as Rody Kilbride from Ballyhaunis,…
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Sherriff Amenity host first ever myTurfClub
Sherriff Amenity recently hosted the very first myTurfClub event at Syngenta UK’s Jealott’s Hill Research Centre in Bracknell – and by all accounts it was…
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ICL fertilizers cure the greens at Blackwell Golf Club
After some shading issues were resolved at the exclusive Blackwell Golf Club in Worcestershire, Head Greenkeeper Rhys Thomas has since restored the greens to their…
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New 2 litre pack for ICL’s Esteron T
ICL’s Esteron T, a low volume dual action selective herbicide, is now available in a more convenient 2 litre pack. Esteron T is an extremely…
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Further investment at Rolawn
Continual investment is essential to stay at the forefront of any industry and Rolawn, the UK’s leading high-quality turf grower, understand this better than most….
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Shrewsbury School continues to choose Dennis
Andy Richards, grounds manager at Shrewsbury School, has added to his existing fleet of Dennis mowers after recently purchasing three new Dennis FT510s and two…
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Aqua-Zorb Liquid eliminates dry patch at Cowdray Park Golf Club
After trialling a range of various wetting agents, Jonathan Smith, Course Manager at Cowdray Park Golf Club, West Sussex, found exactly what he was looking…
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Javelin Aer-Aid instils an air of confidence
Andy Richards, Grounds Manager at Shrewsbury School, is a firm believer that aeration is one of the most important practices carried out by groundsmen, and…
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Greenmaster aids recovery at Blackpool North Shore Golf Club
Following a severe Microdochium nivale outbreak which left scars on the greens at Blackpool North Shore Golf Club, Head Greenkeeper Andy Moore, turned to two…
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MM60 is key for Leeds Rhinos
Ryan Golding, head groundsman at the Emerald Headingley Stadium – home to Leeds Rhinos rugby league and Yorkshire Carnegie rugby union clubs, believes that Limagrain’s…
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SALTEX College Cup winners enjoy Six Nations experience
After winning the SALTEX College Cup for the second year running, students from CAFRE College in Antrim, Northern Ireland, enjoyed an unforgettable experience of helping…
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New Masterline ‘Colour Boost’ flower mixtures add impact to any open space
New for 2018 from the Masterline range are 3 exciting new ‘Colour Boost’ flower mixture formulations designed to create enhanced, attractive amenity spaces. Available in…
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Strong start for SALTEX 2018
Early indications for the 73rd edition of SALTEX (Sports, Amenities and Landscaping Trade Exhibition) are extremely positive after show organisers reported another record-breaking loyalty period,…
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Sherriff Amenity launch TurfHealth Packages
Sherriff Amenity have announced the launch of TurfHealth Packages, which are set to offer turf managers a combination of products within the Sherriff Amenity portfolio…
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BALI award winners enjoy insightful visit to Wimbledon
Winners of the 2017 BALI National Landscape Awards, recently enjoyed an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the All England Lawn Tennis Club Wimbledon, which was hosted…
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Rolawn awarded Feefo Gold Trusted Service award 2018
The Feefo Gold Service award, an independent seal of excellence that recognises businesses for delivering exceptional experiences, as rated by real customers has been awarded…
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New additions to ICL & Syngenta’s Ultimate Offers
ICL & Syngenta have updated and strengthened their popular Ultimate Offers by announcing the addition of two new packages for 2018. Ultimate Offers are a…
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Nothing but MM50 for Sportsturf Management
Following a successful trial, Jamie Foyster – owner of Sportsturf Management – has now chosen to exclusively use Limagrain’s MM50 grass seed across every single cricket…
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Dennis G860 a game-changer for Wolves
A new strategy devised by the owners of Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, has resulted in the club purchasing three new Dennis G860 cylinder mowers. …
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Turf Rewards continues to grow
ICL and Syngenta have announced some exciting developments and an even wider selection of rewards for the Turf Rewards loyalty scheme in 2018. Turf Rewards…
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SISIS the solution at the VMAC
Sergio Pedroza, Fields & Grounds Manager at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center in Seattle, recently purchased three SISIS SSS1000 tractor mounted rotary brush sweepers and…
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‘Phenomenal’ Aqua-Zorb delivers at Birch Grove Estate
Pete Smith, Course Manager at the highly exclusive Birch Grove Estate in Sussex has reported ‘phenomenal’ results from using Sherriff Amenity’s Aqua-Zorb wetting agent to…
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SALTEX 2017 visitor profile revealed
After an independent audit confirmed a record-breaking SALTEX attendance at the NEC, the show’s visitor survey has now revealed a fascinating insight into the 8,909…
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Dennis & SISIS announce first 2018 bowls seminar
The first of the 2018 Dennis and SISIS bowling green maintenance seminars has been announced and will take place at the Ipswich & District Indoor…
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New ICL 2018/19 Product Guide
ICL’s brand new Turf & Landscape Product Guide for 2018/19 is now available. The updated 2018/19 Product Guide features the complete range of…
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Syngenta supports greenkeeping team at Le Golf National – hosts of the 2018 Ryder Cup
This summer Syngenta will be working with Le Golf National, hosts of the Ryder Cup 2018, to sponsor the huge International volunteer greenkeeping team working…
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Headland’s tried and tested strategy for effective disease management
Changes in pesticide legislation are beginning to have a deepening effect on sportsturf quality. In 2017, we lost the most effective fungicide combination – Tebuconazole…
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Waterton Park GC succeeds with All Bent programme thanks to Johnsons & ProNitro
Now into the third year of increasing the bent content of their greens, Wakefield’s Waterton Park Golf Club has achieved the biggest bent showing to…
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Dennis & SISIS to exhibit at GIS 2018
Dennis & SISIS have announced that they will be exhibiting at the Golf Industry Show (GIS) at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio,…
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Help Emma make a difference
After beating three types of cancer, Emma Kilby, Technical Area Sales Manager for ICL, is taking part in the London Marathon 2018 in a bid…
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Cold start kick-starts Edgbaston’s greens
Eddie Mills, Course Manager at Edgbaston Golf Club in Birmingham, believes that his fully integrated iTurf programme has helped him maintain his particularly stubborn clay-based…
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BTME launch for new Banner Maxx II
Banner Maxx II is a new formulation of the tried and tested fungicide, created to deliver even faster uptake into the plant and tackle disease…
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Dennis & SISIS heading to STMA 2018
Dennis and SISIS will be showcasing a range of market leading turf maintenance equipment at the 2018 Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) Conference and Exhibition,…
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New head office for Rolawn
Rolawn is delighted to announce that it has moved into its new purpose-built head office. After 40 years based at Elvington, on the…
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Sherriff Amenity setting the standard at BTME
On Stand B34 at BTME 2018, Sherriff Amenity will be launching the unique InterMix Tank as well as featuring a wide range of market leading…
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SALTEX attendance continues to grow
An independent audit has confirmed that the combined attendance over the two day exhibition totalled an impressive 8,909 – the highest ever since SALTEX moved…
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Rolawn ranked 44th in top 100 businesses
A debut report that is designed to showcase the biggest and best businesses in York has been compiled by The Press, York St John University’s…
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Amenity Sprayer Operator of the Year 2017
Overall winner to be announced at BTME in January The overall winner of the Amenity Forum Sprayer Operator of the Year Awards, sponsored by ICL…
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SALTEX College Cup signals a bright future
After making its debut last year, the SALTEX College Cup was hosted again at this year’s event and demonstrated just how well young groundstaff are…
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ICL fit for a King at Radley College
Adam King, Grounds Manager at Radley College in Abingdon, Oxfordshire has reported excellent results from ICL’s ProTurf and Vitalnova Stressbuster – which he says have…
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Limagrain to preview new cultivars at BTME
Visitors to the Limagrain stand (C39) at BTME 2018 can expect a sneak peak of two new innovative cultivars for the golf market and also…
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ICL stand is the place to be at BTME 2018
Stand B54 at BTME 2018 will once again be the place to be. Visitors can expect to learn about innovative new products and find out…
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Dennis and SISIS at BTME 2018
Dennis and SISIS will once again be exhibiting at BTME 2018 on stand A5 where greenkeepers, course managers and turf managers will be able to…
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Non-pesticidal disease management is the Headland focus – Stand B39 at BTME
The withdrawal of some popular turf fungicides has made it essential that greenkeepers look for ways to minimise plant disease by using a variety of…
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New mixtures and new names at BTME from DLF & Johnsons Sports Seed – Stand A20
Using the very latest data from mixture and official cultivar trials at the STRI, a number of mixtures from both the Masterline and Johnsons Sports…
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Reesink brings latest TORO launch and two stands to BTME
Toro’s latest UK launch, the GreensPro 1260, will be headlining the Reesink Turfcare stand at BTME 2018. This year is also the first year that…
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New Live Maps track the future of disease control
A new disease forecasting tool on the Syngenta Greencast turf management website now gives a clear picture of disease pressure across the UK – and…
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SALTEX Innovation Award Winners
The very first SALTEX Innovation Award celebrated the best in brand new grounds care technology when the show took place at the NEC, Birmingham on…
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Less is more for Leigh Golf Club
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Three-day round trip to Dennis & SISIS seminar proves invaluable
After embarking on a three-day round journey to attend a Dennis and SISIS bowling green maintenance seminar in Perth, Scotland, Mike Bailey – secretary and…
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New York Red Bulls Praise SISIS Osca
Dan Shemesh, Director of Stadium and Training Grounds for the New York Red Bulls has praised the SISIS Osca 3 which maintains the synthetic turf…
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SALTEX 2017 – The Best Yet
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SALTEX 2017 launches Innovation Award
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MM50 is ACE for Devonshire Park
Following a successful trial period, Danny Negus – head groundsman at Devonshire Park International Tennis Centre in Eastbourne, has decided to use Limagrain’s MM50 grass…
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Your Industry – Your Show – Your Voice
Learning LIVE at SALTEX 2017 is set to explore and highlight the burning issues that really matter to the groundscare industry through a unique panel…
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G860 combats heavy usage at Huish Park
With over 50 games a season taking place at the Huish Park Stadium, Yeovil Town FC’s head of grounds Richard Allsworth believes that his new…
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J All Bent mixture from Johnsons Sports Seed
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Limagrain Will Showcase Leading Range of Grass Seed at SALTEX 2017
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A solution for every surface on Stand E070
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SISIS return to FSB
SISIS has announced that it will be exhibiting at FSB Cologne, Germany from 7-10 November 2017 in Hall 10.2 stand B035. Visitors to the show,…
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Vitalnova Blade and Primo Maxx keep standards high at Trentham Golf Club
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STRI Research shows how to make every seed count
Every seed counts when it comes to restoring playing surface quality on golf courses or getting stadium pitches established and stable for the new season….
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Dennis Mowers selected as World Cup mower for third successive tournament
After being selected as the official mower at the two most recent FIFA World Cup’s in South Africa and Brazil, Dennis Mowers will be the…
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Sherriff Amenity GoGreen at SALTEX 2017
At SALTEX 2017 Sherriff Amenity will be showcasing two new products in the renowned GoGreen complexed iron range. Visitors to the stand (E060) will also…
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ICL paves the way for more games at Pride Park Stadium
Nathan Scarff, Head Groundsman at Derby County FC, has revealed that a range of ICL products have helped him achieve his main target of hosting…
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Sherriff Amenity Launch StimZyne
Sherriff Amenity has announced the launch of StimZyne – a new range of hydrocarbon encapsulators and plant growth promoters. StimZyne joins Sherriff Amenity’s leading range…
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SISIS Javelin Aer-Aid impresses in STRI trials
Following extensive trials conducted by the STRI (Sports Turf Research Institute), it has been concluded that the SISIS Javelin Aer-Aid tractor mounted aerator would be…
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Sherriff’s Marathon Sport is King of the Jungle
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Learning LIVE signals opportunity
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Rolawn bag another milestone
Rolawn added premium quality topsoil in a bulk bag, to their range approximately 15 years ago and are now celebrating the sale of their one…
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ICL announce new Technical Area Sales Manager
ICL has announced the appointment of Matt Nutter as the new Technical Area Sales Manager operating in South East England, including Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and North…
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New addition to ICL’s Greenmaster Pro-Lite range
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Dennis G34D gives the Red Bulls a boost
Dan Shemesh, Director of Stadium and Training Grounds for the New York Red Bulls has reported excellent results since purchasing a Dennis G34D cylinder mower….
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Nick from Charterhouse ‘tines’ the knot!
Charterhouse Turf Machinery’s Sales Manager Nick Darking had a rather urgent appointment at Old Thorns Golf Club on Friday 21st July – but not to drop…
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Quadraplay perfect for multi-tasking groundsman
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Rolawn hit 160 million
This week Rolawn proudly harvested and delivered their 160 millionth roll of turf. Since the company was founded in 1975 sales records have been kept…
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SALTEX 2017 ‘YOUR INDUSTRY YOUR SHOW’ visitor registration now open
The countdown to Europe’s largest annual turf management event has officially begun, marked by the opening of online visitor registration. SALTEX 2017 takes…
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Dennis & SISIS Cricket Pitch Renovation Day a huge success
Dennis and SISIS recently hosted their first ever Cricket Pitch Renovation Day which has been hailed a huge success. Over the past few…
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DLF quintet join team to complete more than a bike ride in the country!
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Groundsmen bowled over by latest ICL Independent School Seminar
Fifty groundsmen from independent schools throughout southern England and the Midlands were presented with a wealth of useful advice and information at the latest ICL…
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Dennis Mowers integral for Stoke City FC
Both the Dennis G860 and the Dennis Premier play an integral role in maintaining Stoke City FC’s bet365 Stadium pitch and training ground, according to…
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iTurf improves 9 hole Cruit Island GC
Despite working with a small budget, Brian McMonagle, Head Greenkeeper at Cruit Island Golf Club in Donegal, Ireland, has still managed to significantly improve the…
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Limagrain’s MM range is rapid at King’s Bruton
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‘Phenomenal’ SISIS Osca works wonders for the Potters
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Souters Sports bring architect’s vision to life
After successfully completing a huge bunker renovation project at the prestigious West Kilbride Golf Club in Ayrshire, Souters Sports have been widely praised by both…
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Sherriff Amenity and Terra Firma (Scotland) Ltd combine
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Rolawn erupts at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show
Medallion turf volcanos erupting with lava of roses were created by designer Tony Smith, as a show feature for the entrance to the rose pavilion…
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ICL combat wear & tear at Ely City Golf Club
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A once-in-a-lifetime ‘Wembley’ opportunity for SALTEX College Cup winners
The opportunity to stand on arguably the most famous pitch in world football on the day of the FA Cup Final is a dream for…
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Bespoke DLF Johnsons Sports Seed mixture the only choice for Beaufort Polo Club
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Rolawn hit the mark at Gardeners’ World Live
Rolawn products have contributed again to a raft of award winning show gardens and features at GWLive 2017. Rolawn turf stockist Wyevale Garden Centres, sponsored…
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Synthetic success at Bloxham School
Tom Hall, deputy head groundsman at Bloxham School in Oxfordshire has reported excellent results from using SISIS equipment to maintain the school’s two synthetic sports…
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Yate Turf & Landscape supply business launches new website
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Volunteer groundsman praises ICL iTurf programme
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New low drift nozzles for ProShield
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GoGreen Energy shines for the Owls
Andy Thompson, head groundsman at Sheffield Wednesday FC, has reported excellent results since using Sherriff Amenity’s GoGreen Energy bio-stimulant. Having started his career in groundsmanship…
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Dennis Mowers: “A pedigree no-one can argue with”
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Dennis and SISIS announce cricket renovation event
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Your Industry – Your Show
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DLF donate wildflower seeds for children to sow at Kingsdown GC
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Rolawn products help to bring the medals home at Chelsea
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New Instrata Elite offers turf disease control Outside and In
The launch of an exciting new fungicide active for turf disease control now gives a powerful combination of curative and contact plus systemic properties, for…
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Rolawn is on the move
Rolawn Invest in a new Head Office Building After 40 years of being based in Elvington, North Yorkshire, Rolawn has started the construction of an…
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Dennis G34D praised by Doncaster Rovers
James Davison, head of grounds at Doncaster Rovers Football Club has praised his new Dennis G34D cylinder mowers claiming they provide him with a finish…
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Principality Stadium ready for Champions League Final thanks to J Premier Pitch
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Keep with what you know says Princes Golf Club
Sean McLean, Links Superintendent at Princes Golf Club, has months of careful preparation ahead of him. June 2017 sees his club join with Royal St…
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Vitalnova Blade: a proven biostimulant
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Rolawn keep setting the standards
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The BALI Zone comes to SALTEX 2017
The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI), has underlined its continuing confidence in the strength of SALTEX by committing to its own dedicated area at…
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SISIS Aer-Aid the solution for St Ives GC
Rob Duff, course manager and head greenkeeper at St Ives (Hunts) Golf Course, has praised the SISIS Javelin Aer-Aid 1500 for helping him to combat…
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iTurf Programme keeps Cod Army in winning form
A tailored iTurf Programme from ICL has signalled consistent and excellent results according to Dale Frith – Head Groundsman at Fleetwood Town FC. …
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Dennis & SISIS kickstart 2017 bowls seminars
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‘Love Your Garden’ choose Rolawn again
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The Dennis Razor: the ultimate mower for Wycliffe Bowls Club
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ICL launch Landscaper Pro Range
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Ben Burgess increases area partnership with Dennis & SISIS
Ben Burgess Grounds Care Equipment, an existing Dennis and SISIS dealer for Norfolk, has increased its area partnership after it was announced that the East…
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Dennis Mowers helps Leicester City earn their stripes
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Sherriff Amenity support key volunteer cricket events
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Royal Dornoch chooses Sportsmaster CRF Mini for longevity
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Limagrain’s Colour Splash trial site brightens the horizon
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SALTEX 2017 leading the way in innovation
SALTEX 2017 continues to attract some of the sector’s biggest names ensuring that visitors can again expect to see an impressive line-up of world-class innovation…
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Tiernan Crawford Wins Irish Student Greenkeeper of the Year
Tiernan Crawford has been announced as the ICL and Syngenta Irish Student Greenkeeper of the Year Award 2017 winner. The young greenkeeper, who works at…
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Tiernan Crawford wins Irish Student Greenkeeper of the Year
Tiernan Crawford has been announced as the ICL and Syngenta Irish Student Greenkeeper of the Year Award 2017 winner. The young greenkeeper, who works at…
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MM60 – the number one choice for the Eagles
Bruce Elliot, head of grounds and estates at Crystal Palace FC, has revealed that Limagrain’s MM60 is his preferred choice of winter sports grass seed….
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First European sports turf grass endowed chair at Wageningen announced
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Greenmaster Pro-Lite ensures a healthy pitch at Selhurst Park
Bruce Elliot, Head of Grounds and Estates at Crystal Palace FC, has reported excellent results after using ICL’s Greenmaster Pro-Lite micro granular fertilizers as part…
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Dennis G860 makes the Tigers more self-sufficient
After having to rely on outside assistance for the past few years, Castleford Tigers RLFC are now able to keep all of their turf maintenance…
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Record breaking cricket groundsman’s seminar
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DLF ProNitro shortlisted for premier sports sector award
DLF Seed’s newest nitrogen seed coat technology ProNitro has been shortlisted for the “Innovatieprijs Sportaccommodaties” or “Sports Innovation Prize” for 2017. The award, presented for…
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Sherriff Amenity launch GoGreen Energy
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ICL & Syngenta launch ultimate offers 2017
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Sherriff Amenity launch Marathon TCR fertiliser
Sherriff Amenity has announced the launch of Marathon Turf Core Renovator, which is the latest addition to the popular range of Marathon fertilisers. For a…
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Johnsons Sports Seed mixtures tweaked for 2017 to further enhance performance
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Henley GC splashes some Colour into the course
By using a range of Limagrain Colour Splash flower mixtures, Jim Griffith – a 68 year old retired teacher, has injected some stunning colour into…
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Derby County groundsman praises SISIS Javelin Aer-Aid
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Award for Operation Pollinator champion
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Crystal Palace FC increase fleet of Dennis G860’s
Crystal Palace FC has recently purchased six Dennis G860 professional cylinder mowers, taking their total to a fleet of eight – and head of grounds…
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Souters Sports put on a royal performance at Queen Ethelburga’s
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Dudsbury GC reaps the rewards after switching to ICL granular fertilizers
Warren Moss, Course Manager at Dudsbury Golf Club in Bournemouth, believes that his greens are reaping the rewards following a switch from liquid fertilizers to…
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New line-up of Turf Rewards for 2017
Turf Rewards users throughout the UK and Ireland will be spoilt for choice this year after ICL and Syngenta announced that a number of new…
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Berkhamsted School bowled over by MM50
Mike Herring, head groundsman at Berkhamsted School in Hertfordshire, has reported excellent results after using Limagrain’s MM50 grass seed in a new construction and in…
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Dennis S500: The Riverside’s Best Kept Secret
Tony Bell, head groundsman for Middlesbrough FC, has revealed that the secret behind keeping the pitch at the Riverside Stadium in such pristine condition is…
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Dennis and SISIS Announce 2017 Cricket Seminar Date
Dennis and SISIS have announced that they will be holding their hugely popular cricket seminar on February 16 at Gloucestershire County Cricket Club. Groundsmen from…
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ICL keep standards high at Leigh Sports Village
Keith Porter – Head Groundsman at Leigh Sports Village in Greater Manchester, has praised ICL for meeting his exceptionally high standards. Leigh Sports Village is…
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Bloxham School Continues to Choose SISIS
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ICL relieves the stress at Castle Stuart Golf Club
The use of ICL’s new Vitalnova Stressbuster has significantly improved the overall health of the turf on the fairways and greens at Castle Stuart Golf…
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Nominations now open for Amenity Sprayer Operator of the Year 2017
The Amenity Sprayer Operator of the Year 2017 award (ASOY) was recently launched at the Amenity Forum Conference – with the chance for the top…
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iTurf Success for Bolton Wanderers FC
Chris Simm, Head Groundsman for Bolton Wanderers FC, believes the pitch at Macron Stadium has benefited greatly from embarking on an ICL iTurf programme specifically…
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Dennis G860 the ‘mower of choice’ for Nottingham Forest FC
Nottingham Forest FC grounds manager Ewan Hunter and his assistant Matt Tietjen has claimed that the Dennis G860 is the club’s mower of choice. When…
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All-in-One Solution for Bloxham School
The SISIS Quadraplay single pass maintenance system has been praised by Tom Hall, deputy head groundsman at Bloxham School in Oxfordshire, for helping him to…
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Contact clean up
Outbreaks of Microdochium Patch (Fusarium) reported flaring up on turf surfaces over recent weeks has highlighted the potential pathogen risk from infection sources in thatch….
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Clay Cross FC embrace the FA PIP
A year on from the launch of The FA Pitch Improvement Programme (PIP) – a 4 year, £8 million pound scheme with the aim of…
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SALTEX College Cup winners to work at Wembley
The Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) has announced that the winning students of SALTEX 2016’s new College Cup Competition will be given an opportunity to be…
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Haydock GC achieves results with Johnsons Sport Seed mixtures
Terry Wharton, Head Greenkeeper of Haydock Park Golf Club describes his job as “varied but challenging at times, especially when dealing with problems the weather…
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Autumn dew points to disease risk
As we move into autumn, moist air flows from the west create dewy mornings with wet leaf surfaces that are slow to dry. Combined with…
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Deepdale keeps getting better and better
A range of ICL products have helped Preston North End’s pitch at Deepdale Stadium go from strength to strength according to Head Groundsman Peter Ashworth….
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Dennis S500 PLUS chosen by Trinity Hall for Quick Seed Germination
Andrew Myson – head gardener and facilities manager at Trinity Hall in Cambridge, is the proud new owner of the Dennis S500 Plus dual -purpose…
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SISIS Osca is pitch perfect for the ‘Accies’
William Watson, head groundsman at Hamilton Academical FC, believes that his SISIS Osca has helped the synthetic pitch at the Superseal Stadium stand up to…
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ICL signals adaptability for Champions
John Ledwidge – Grounds Manager for reigning Premier League champions Leicester City, adheres to an ICL structured nutritional programme for both the stadium and the…
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SISIS Multitiner receives top marks at Stamford Endowed Schools
Head of grounds, Bob Carder, has claimed that his SISIS Multitiner tractor-mounted drum-type aerator keeps the turf “nice, clear and breathable” on the playing fields…
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MM60 success at the Madejski Stadium
Adam Grantham grounds manager for Reading FC, believes that Limagrain’s MM60 grass seed has helped him achieve a pitch which can stand up to the…
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A decade of ICL products for Castle GC
Paul Fitzgerald, Course Superintendent at Castle Golf Club – one of the finest 18 hole parkland golf courses in Dublin, has been using ICL products…
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Dennis G860 – Star of the Galaxy
Shaun Ilten, Director of Turf & Grounds at the StubHub Center, has had the privilege of seeing some of Britain’s greatest stars grace the turf…
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