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John Deere Suspends shipments to Russia

John Deere Suspends shipments to Russia: John Deere is deeply saddened by the significant escalation of events in Ukraine. The safety, welfare, and well-being of our employees in the region remain our top priority, and we continue to support and maintain close communication with our affected teams, providing necessary resources when possible. Our thoughts are […]

Walking to Qatar

Walking to Qatar: Fresh off completing his Million Steps Challenge, which saw him raise £12,075 for Shout – the UK’s first free 24/7 text support service for anyone struggling to cope – Cambridge United Stadium Manager Ian Darler B.E.M. is now taking things one ‘step’ further.  Captured on video, Mark Bonner, Manager of Cambridge United, has set Darler […]

Compact sprayer gets top praise

Compact sprayer gets top praise: The demands from spraying contractors extend far beyond just reliability when it comes to their sprayers. Strength, durability, and flexibility are all factors that need to be considered for the operator to tackle a wide range of spraying situations. UK compact sprayer manufacturer Martin Lishman Ltd has embraced industry changes […]

COVERMASTER® wins innovation award

COVERMASTER® wins innovation award: The Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) has named COVERMASTER® as one of only three recipients of their 2022 Innovation Awards Program. The award was presented to COVERMASTER® for its revolutionary TARPMATE AIR ROLLER™. This unique Roller system reduces the manpower to roll sports field covers on and off the playing surface. […]

Mastenbroek enjoys a resurgence

Mastenbroek enjoys a resurgence: The UK’s leading designer of drainage trenchers has reported an unexpected resurgence of interest in its specialist sports field machine. Last month, Mastenbroek received its first order for one of its 10/12D trenchers in over a decade. The machine, which has recently been upgraded to feature the latest low-emission engine and […]

STIHL’s first backpack cordless professional blower

STIHL’s first backpack cordless professional blower: The new BGA 300 is STIHL’s first cordless backpack blower for professional users, offering high performance and a significantly less disruptive sound thanks to its innovative STIHL Noise Reduction System. With a blowing force of 26 newton, STIHL’s new BGA 300 cordless backpack blower is the most powerful in the […]

Honda UK Launches new HRX476 XB

Honda UK Launches new HRX476 XB: The new HRX476 XB has a 47cm cutting width and a high performance 1.8kW battery-powered motor. A new bespoke deck and low friction blade make the most of the power available, contributing to extended operating times between charges and great results – even when cutting long or damp grass. […]

Stoke manager praises ‘real big asset’

Stoke manager praises ‘real big asset’: There must have been a temptation for the ground staff to come out after Stoke City had finished their draw with Birmingham on Saturday then head straight back in again. Read the full article from Stoke Sentinel here For the latest industry news visit turfmatters.co.uk/news Get all of the big headlines, pictures, […]

GMA campaign kicks-off to attract future workforce

GMA campaign kicks-off to attract future workforce: New research to coincide with #GroundsWeek finds high levels of job satisfaction and fulfilment among grounds staff and volunteers, urging those outside of the industry to try grounds management Those who work outdoors get greater fulfilment from their roles, and feel more rewarded than those who work behind […]