August 11, 2025 - Turf Matters

Sharrocks Strengthen Midlands Presence: Sharrocks, a leading supplier of groundcare machinery, is delighted to announce a new partnership with Amazone Groundcare, further expanding its presence across the Midlands.

This strategic collaboration with Amazone UK—a globally recognised manufacturer of high-performance groundcare equipment—will bring Amazone’s industry-leading range of spreaders, mowers, scarifiers, and turf-care solutions to more professionals throughout the region. Renowned for German engineering, precision, and reliability, Amazone products are trusted by contractors, local authorities, and sports turf managers across the UK.

Sharrocks Strengthen Midlands Presence

As the newly appointed authorised dealer for Staffordshire and Shropshire, Sharrocks will now offer full sales, service, and aftercare support for Amazone’s groundcare range. Customers will benefit from local access to expert advice, technical knowledge, and dependable aftersales service from one of the most established names in the industry.

“We’re proud to partner with Amazone UK Groundcare and represent such a prestigious and innovative brand,” said Adrian Dodd, Sales Director at Sharrocks. “Their advanced equipment perfectly complements our focus on quality and service. This appointment strengthens our offering across the Midlands and further reinforces our commitment to the region following our recent appointment as the Ransomes Jacobsen dealer for Birmingham and surrounding areas.”

Sharrocks has earned a strong reputation for delivering exceptional customer service and technical support, serving both professional and domestic clients for decades. This new partnership further enhances Sharrocks’ position as a leading supplier of high-performance groundcare solutions in the UK.

For more information, visit www.sharrock.co.uk or call 01477 500700.

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ICL Turf Defence tank-mix supports ITM: ICL’s proven Turf Defence tank-mix supports integrated turf management (ITM) strategies in reducing Microdochium patch risk ahead of the autumn and winter seasons.

Combining Greenmaster Liquid Iron Effect and H2Pro FlowSmart, this tank-mix enhances turf resilience and improves surface conditions, two key factors in minimising the risk of disease development.

ICL Turf Defence tank-mix supports ITM

Independent STRI trials have shown that the Turf Defence tank-mix improves turf health, accelerates surface drying, and reduces conditions that favour Microdochium patch, resulting in cleaner surfaces and more consistent playing qualities.

Greenmaster Liquid Iron Effect delivers a fast-acting iron source to improve turf colour and resilience, helping turf withstand conditions conducive to disease development. H2Pro FlowSmart is a penetrant surfactant that improves water movement through the rootzone, accelerating surface drying and reducing moisture levels that encourage disease. Recommended applications for the tank-mix are monthly from September to February, applying Greenmaster Liquid Iron Effect at 20 L/ha and H2Pro FlowSmart at 10 L/ha in 400 L/ha of water.

“We understand the challenges that cool, damp weather brings to turf management,” said Henry Bechelet, Technical Manager at ICL. “This straightforward tank-mix provides a practical tool to help turf managers maintain consistent playing surfaces under high disease pressure.”

The Turf Defence tank-mix offers a reliable option for proactively strengthening ITM programmes during challenging autumn and winter conditions.

For further information on ICL Turf Defence and integrated turf management advice, turf managers can visit the Knowledge Hub at www.icl-growingsolutions.uk.