Meet the course manager: Ben Goodchild
From Warrington Golf Club in Cheshire, a club that is positioned at the highest point in Warrington, course manager Ben Goodchild takes us through his average day.
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Penwortham Priory Academy purchases TinyLineMarker® Pro X
The purchase of a TinyLineMarker® Pro X is the latest in a long list of investments for Penwortham Priory Academy, as more of the grounds and estates management is taken in-house.
Kubota UK opened its doors to the UK trade media
Sports turf media were recently given a rare insight into the ‘behind the scenes’ workings of one of the most recognisable brands in groundcare, as Kubota UK opened its doors for an update event.
“That the golf course is my office is a privilege”
Fernando Padrón, the golf general manager at La Hacienda Links in Spain, and Ricardo Barón, golf superintendent, talk about how they prevent the course from drying out and what they love about their jobs.
T-T Pumps has an efficient solution for greenkeepers and irrigators
T-T’s Hidro Boost is a clean water pressurisation set that can be paired with variable speed drives (VSD) for optimal pumping performance as well as more economical use of resources.
Toro helps Royal Liverpool prepare for the Open
The Open returns to Royal Liverpool Golf Club for the 13th time in July and helping prepare the course for the world’s golfing greats is Toro turfcare machinery.
Worcestershire Golf Club celebrates market-leading results with Husqvarna CEORA™
Worcestershire Golf Club, one of the oldest clubs in England, established in 1879, has recently put new robotic technology to the test – Husqvarna’s CEORA coupled with its new low-cut deck.
Introducing the Capillary Wash Box
Since contaminants float in water, whereas sand does not, the Wash Box separates and drains unwanted elements, allowing clients the ability to pressure wash the sand, leaving it in pristine condition.
“This is the project of a lifetime!”
Rodrigo Ulrich, director of golf at Terras da Comporta, and João Machado, superintendent, talk about how they have helped build one of the most stunning new golf courses in the world, which opened this month.
Go with the flow
In his latest article on becoming an irrigation technician, John Kidson explains that what is perceived as poor water pressure is often actually a low flow of water, and details what can be done to rectify this.
Smithco’s Tournament greens rollers provide consistent and true putting surfaces
Smithco was one of the first companies to introduce GPS technology for spraying, when their Star Command system debuted in 2012.
Did You Know: Reesink Turfcare offers an Electric Powered Training course
When it comes to mowers, Reesink offers three relevant training courses: Turfcare Mechanics to include cutting technology, the Safe Use of Ride-On Mowers and Reesink’s brand new Electric Powered Training.
Meet the course manager: Brian Toall
The Course Manager at Baberton Golf Club in Edinburgh sits down with Liam Armit from Double A to talk about the industry, a bunker redevelopment programme and his experience with the Tru-Turf RB-48.
Honiton Golf Club happy with Ventrac
Honiton Golf Club in Devon purchased its Ventrac compact tractor and Contour mowing deck in March 2020. It has been performing consistently well, according to Stuart Broom, the club’s head greenkeeper.
Morpeth Golf Club invests in John Deere
Morpeth Golf Club has a new approach to running its 117-year-old business; utilising every asset to broaden its appeal and be much more than just a great course.
Kubota at the heart of Fineturf and Tillers Turf operations
Fineturf and Tillers Turf have proudly worked with a huge number of the UK’s leading sporting venues – and at the heart of nearly every operation is a Kubota.
A day in the life: Tom Jennings
The course manager at Calcot Park Golf Club in Berkshire, a Harry Colt-designed course that opened in 1930, takes us through his average day.
Multi Value Packs save 20% on cost of individual parts
Now more than ever, any opportunity for businesses to reduce the cost of goods is welcome, so Reesink Turfcare is reminding customers about its Toro MVP kits.
Company profile: Turfco
Turfco designs and builds equipment that increases productivity, saving work hours while reducing fuel costs when operating on fine turf surfaces.
A handy guide on how to lose a sexual harassment case
Want to lose a sexual harassment case? You’re reading the right article.
Prepare your turf for summer with a biological integrated turf management programme
From microbial inoculants to mycorrhizal fungi, there are several biological products that can aid plant growth and health, writes Dr Deidre Charleston.
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