A guide to some of the best greens’ and tees’ mowers in 2019
There have been a number of innovations in mowing technology recently. We outline some of the most relevant ones to greenkeepers – from the leaders in the field.
Gambetti to roll out new and improved nozzle controls this year
Following a significant investment by parent company Cleveland, Gambetti is rolling out a new and efficient GPS-controlled individual nozzle shut off system, when fitted to a new sprayer, for under £6,500.
Faversham Golf Club upgrades steps around the course
Faversham Golf Club’s course manager, Paul Smith, found that the steps around the course were looking like they were needing a bit of TLC.
Dennis PRO 34R delivers at Beaumont
Cameron Flitten, head groundsman at De Montfort University in Leicester, says that the new Dennis PRO 34R rotary mower is significantly improving the vast array of pitches at the sports facility.
DLF Seeds join the Amenity Forum
DLF Seeds, the world’s largest producer and distributor of grass seed, has become a member of The Amenity Forum.
Former La Manga head groundsman joins MTD as sales manager
To support its continued growth and increase in sales, MTD Specialty Turf Products has announced the appointment of Scott Hawkins.
Enhancements for Trump Turnberry
Trump Turnberry has unveiled new enhancements to its Ailsa course.
Germinal adds foliar fertiliser to range of sward conditioners
Germinal has added a high phosphorous foliar fertiliser – which improves plant health and increases disease resistance – to its expanding range of amenity specific fertilisers and sward conditioners.
Toro reminds greenkeepers to use rotary blades
Switch out the old and bring in the new. With grass growth fast and furious make sure you and your machines are ready for high season with Toro’s rotary blades and guarantee a beautiful finish.
Verti-Quake® breaks new ground for Parker Pitches
Suffolk based sports-turf contractor Parkers Pitches is now well equipped to deal with even the most heavily compacted of surfaces, thanks to the purchase of a Verti-Quake® 2516 from Charterhouse Turf Machinery.
GreenMech to launch the next evolution of woodchipper at The ARB Show
This month’s ARB Show will see a new product launch from GreenMech that is set to be the next evolution of woodchippers.
Total Equestrian delighted with BLEC Laser Grader
MD of Total Equestrian, Steve Keen, is delighted with his purchase of a Laser Grader 2400 from BLEC, which has improved both the speed and accuracy with which the company can prepare and level flat areas.
Product review: The Dennis Razor Ultra 560
The Dennis Razor Ultra 560’s development was fine-tuned using feedback from greenkeepers following ‘out in the field tests’ and was the first product which utilised the company’s CAD system back in 2009.
John Deere elects new president, chief operating officer
Deere & Company’s board of directors has elected John C May, 49, as president, chief operating officer. May will be responsible for leading Deere’s efforts to maximise operational excellence throughout the company.
Woking Golf Club signs machinery agreement plan
It’s been a time of change for Woking Golf Club in Surrey culminating in the recent signing of a machinery agreement plan with Toro and Reesink Turfcare.
Warwick Racecourse uses new tetraploid technology to deliver germination and recovery
Maintaining a strong, healthy and dense sward over a wet winter period is a headache for any turf manager, but for Warwick Racecourse, that challenge is further exacerbated by the impact of the horses.
Rigby Taylor appointed UK distributor for Bionema’s nematode solutions
Rigby Taylor has been appointed as the exclusive distributor in the UK turf and amenity sector for Bionema’s NemaTrident nematode solutions for the control of chafer grubs and leatherjackets larvae.
Germinal updates A20 Premier Ryesport
Germinal has updated its leading sports pitch seeding and renovation mixture, A20 Premier Ryesport, with the introduction of the UK’s top-rated perennial ryegrass cultivar, Europitch.
A day in the life: Stevie Dixon
Stevie is the course manager at Kingsknowe Golf Club in Edinburgh. The club, founded in 1908, is home to around 700 members.
What do we do about irrigation if there’s another heatwave?
Following lessons learnt from last year’s record summer heatwave, Peter Robin looks at practical ways of improving irrigation uniformity and water coverage.
Tidworth Garrison invests in its greenkeepers
Tidworth Garrison Golf Club has taken on two major greenkeeping projects. One is the development of a new greens’ compound facility for the storage of machinery, the second is renovation of the bunkers.
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