Two greenkeeping promotions at The Grove
The Grove in Hertfordshire has announced two promotions for two 27-year-old greenkeepers.
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Origin Amenity Solutions wins ‘Special Innovation’ award
Kelly-Marie Clack received, on behalf of Origin Amenity Solutions, a special ‘Innovation Award’ at this year’s SALTEX.
TurfKeeper.com wins ‘Information Technology’ award
Kevin Scarce of TurfKeeper.com received the award in the ‘Information Technology’ category at this year’s SALTEX Innovation awards.
EcoBunker aids transformation at Skylark
Skylark’s bunkers are now among its best-regarded features, thanks to the installation of synthetic edging system EcoBunker over several years.
Parkway turns to GKB to complete busy renovation season
Within 48 hours of it being added to the fleet, a VStrong from GKB was put straight to work by Parkway Ground Maintenance, as the team looked to complete a busy cricket renovation season.
Ventrac – now a credible and relevant brand in UK
Returning from a successful SALTEX, Rupert Price, MD of UK importer Price Turfcare, says that Ventrac has now been accepted as a relevant brand in the UK groundscare sector.
Worcester Golf Club sticks with Toro
Worcester Golf and Country Club has stuck with Toro in a bid to resolve some noise issues the club was experiencing cutting certain greens.
Electric tractor wins innovation award
Farmtrac’s all-electric FT25G tractor won the SALTEX Innovation Award in the Environmental and Sustainability category.
Major investment in bunker renovation at Hartsbourne
Hartsbourne Country Club in Hertfordshire, north-west of London, is reaping the benefits of bunker re-styling and construction using the latest products and construction techniques.
A day in the life: Richard Shapland
The head greenkeeper at Bigbury Golf Club, which is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) by the Devon coast, takes us through his average day.
Winter irrigation system projects
Winter is the time of year most golf course staff forget all about their irrigation. Here, Peter Robin offers tips on what you can do now to avoid more lengthy maintenance later.
Preparing your turf for success
Winter brings with it plenty of challenges for greenkeepers. With fewer daylight hours and less favourable growing conditions, the focus shifts to winter maintenance.
Meet the deputy head greenkeeper: Craig Swindells
From Chipping Sodbury Golf Club, Craig talks about maintaining the course amid increased participation, renovating bunkers, trialling dwarf ryegrass and building wildflower areas.
GripClad: Safeguarding you and your course
Wrapping chicken wire around a sleeper to prevent someone from slipping on hazardous elevated stepped access, or tripping or falling from steep sided tees, just doesn’t solve the problem.
Industry supplier supports ‘Ultimate Golf Internship’
The Machrie has launched a ‘Golf Internship Programme, 2022’ for any individual with a passion for golf and a desire to experience working in a top UK golf resort.
GEO’s ‘Sustainable Golf Development Standard’ is released
The Golf Environment Organisation (GEO) has released its latest edition of the ‘Sustainable Golf Development Standard’.
Q&A with Erin Rix, manager of International Operations at Tru-Turf
Erin talks about her role – particularly in the UK this year, and the many greenkeepers she works with.
Dennis & SISIS announce partnership with Bowls England
Dennis & SISIS and Bowls England have announced a new partnership which is aimed at improving playing surfaces, increasing participation and helping to safeguard the sport’s future.
New Singapore Island course depends on EcoBunker
“EcoBunker technology enabled us to get the aesthetic we wanted, with good sand visibility, and a confidence that the bunkers will endure without excessive maintenance requirements.”
Municipal course maintains the highest standards
Improvements to the course have included new tees, pathways and drainage – as well as a new John Deere course maintenance equipment fleet.
Kubota forms tractor partnership with MX
Kubota has announced a strategic OEM partnership with French manufacturer MX to supply loaders for the M series tractor range throughout Europe.
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