A day in the life: Andy Copeland
The course manager at Mill Green Golf Club in Hertfordshire, an 18-hole course designed by both Peter Alliss and Clive Clark, takes us through his average day.
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Q&A with Stuart Taylor, course manager at Glasgow Killermont Golf Club
The greenkeeper answers questions on the club’s recent purchase of its second Tru-Turf greens’ roller.
Company profile: Capillary Concrete
Capillary Concrete bunkers were first seen in Scandinavia in 2010 and, ten years on, they’re now visible at many UK golf courses. Here, the reasons behind that growth is explored.
The electric and hybrid machines Toro is introducing this year
Toro is well known for its dedication to new product development. Its leadership as a manufacturer bringing to market the latest technology is renowned. Here we look at what’s new from the company in 2020.
Understanding pipe sizing in irrigation systems
Seemingly minor changes in your irrigation system’s pipe diameter can lead to major changes in water coverage, potentially affecting disease on the course.
What are the latest seeding and aeration offerings to greenkeepers?
Seeding and aeration are two of the most important tasks greenkeepers do. Here, we outline the latest offerings from the biggest suppliers in the market.
‘Always wear sunscreen’ and what else I learnt from nearly 40 years as a greenkeeper
Dr John Dempsey PhD was a greenkeeper in Ireland from the early 1980s until last year. Here, he details how the industry evolved beyond recognition in that time.
Cabrio is again the no. 1 variety on the BSPB’s Table L1 for perennial ryegrasses
For greenkeepers looking for a top-performing perennial ryegrass with the very best fineness of leaf, there is still only one choice.
Meet the golf course manager: Grahame Taylor
Perhaps the most exciting golf development of 2020 will be a stunning new links course near St Andrews, which will open this year. Here, its course manager talks about the work that has gone into creating the venue.
A day in the life: George Stephens
The course manager at Tiverton Golf Club – a Devon venue that features a stunning 18-hole course originally designed by James Braid – takes us through his average day.
From seeding a new grass to an environmental award: Finca Cortesin
In 2016 a Spanish golf resort decided to go down a more sustainable route and seeded new grass – that requires less irrigation and fewer pesticides – by hand. It has since won an environmental award and widespread praise.
A day in the life: James Balmbro
The head greenkeeper at Kelso Golf Club in the Scottish Borders, an attractive parkland course that is set partially within Kelso Racecourse, takes us through his typical day.
In their own words: Jonathan Smith
The founder and executive director of GEO Foundation explains the benefits to a golf club from going green.
How to choose your fertiliser
There is a vast choice of fertilisers available to greenkeepers but, by looking into their raw materials, it is possible to ensure optimum performance.
Product profile: The Handler
‘One of the most time consuming parts of spraying for most golf courses is filling the sprayer. The Handler changes this’.
Company profile: Htn Contracting
Formed in 2015, Htn Contracting is making golf courses more attractive – and safer.
Profile: The Waste2Water Recycling Wash System
The Enhanced Capital Allowance scheme for water saving systems ends in April 2020 – but don’t panic, assistance is to hand!
Meet the head greenkeeper: Cathcart Castle’s Scott Davidson
Scott talks about improving the course’s drainage and therefore the greens, renovating the bunkers and trialling new grasses on a redundant green.
Meet the golf course manager: The North Berwick GC’s Stuart Greenwood
The club has well over 40,000 rounds of golf played on it every year. Stuart explains how this is achieved without suffering a decline in the quality of the links venue.
A day in the life: Jonathan Taylor
Jonathan is the head greenkeeper at the The Grove. The Hertfordshire venue opened in 2004 but is already considered one of England’s finest courses.
How to limit turf damage during winter
With fewer daylight hours and less favourable growing conditions, the focus in winter shifts from presentation and playability to maintenance and the limitation of turf damage while still facilitating play.
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