Entries by Turf Matters

Ex-Groundsman Dropping In On England

Ex-Groundsman Dropping In On England: Former Eden Park head groundsman Mark Perham has been tasked with ensuring a portable cricket pitch and temporary outfield is installed at the London Olympic Stadium for the 2019 World Cup. The stadium could also be used in England’s revamped city-based Twenty20 competition, due to start in 2020. The venue […]

Exteris™ Stressgard® fungicide now available

Exteris™ Stressgard® fungicide now available – Greenkeepers can now get their hands on the new turf fungicide, that has been developed to treat for Microdochium Patch and Dollar Spot. Exteris™ Stressgard®, was launched by Bayer at BTME this January, and is now available to purchase from exclusive distributors, Headland Amenity and Rigby Taylor. “Over 10 years […]

Devon Golf Club Suffers ‘Worst Vandalism In Living Memory’

Devon Golf Club Suffers ‘Worst Vandalism In Living Memory’ – Northam’s prestigious Royal North Devon Golf Club was blighted by vandals earlier this week (Tuesday). The famous Westward Ho! club, which is the oldest golf course in England, suffered flooding across three holes after vandals broke open a water hydrant. Flags were also used to pull up […]

Kubota UK Returns To Its Natural Roots

Kubota UK Returns To Its Natural Roots. Kubota UK, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of agricultural, construction, groundcare equipment and industrial engines, has teamed up with Sylva Foundation, an environmental charity, to support the local community and its surrounding landscape. Earlier this month, Kubota launched its partnership with the charity by taking part in […]