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Whitemoss appoint Jay Condliffe

Whitemoss appoint Jay Condliffe: Following year on year growth over the last 2/3 years, Whitemoss are delighted to announce the appointment of Jay Condliffe as the new Area Manager for Wales, Shropshire Cheshire and parts of Greater Manchester. Jay will be discussing Complete Bunker Solution products, BunkerMat, MegaFlo and the full range of bunker sands. […]

Steve Braddock – 1964 – 2022

Steve Braddock – 1964 – 2022: One of the most influential figures on our industry, Steve Braddock, has died, following a long illness. Steve was synonymous with Arsenal and was a significant figure in the move from Highbury to The Emirates, and in making the training ground at Colney such a success. He won countless […]

Conserving water for the future of turf sports

Conserving water for the future of turf sports: It’s official – fresh water supplies are dwindling, demand for water is steadily rising, and regulations on how much and for what purpose water can be used are becoming increasingly tightened. Finding ways to use water more efficiently is no longer an environmental nice to have; it’s […]

Life after greenkeeping

Life after greenkeeping: Former Course Manager and BIGGA Chairman, Andy Campbell MG, offers advice for those who are considering a career change. Once a Greenkeeper always a Greenkeeper: while this may be true in ‘sprit’, the current dearth in available talent in the industry would suggest in reality this is no longer the case. The […]

Making a mark

Making a mark: Scott MacCallum meets Andy Butler, the Head of Grounds and Gardens at Repton School, a man who is fast making his mark… For 14 years Andy Butler diligently worked his way through the ranks of the grounds team at Repton School. He studied hard to gain qualifications, but, like so many who […]