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FSI UK return to The Arb Show

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FSI UK return to The Arb Show: FSI Stump Cutters UK Ltd return to The Arb Show at Westonbirt Arboretum this May, showcasing a wide selection of their industry-leading stump grinder range. Alongside stand highlights like the pedestrian FSI B21 and the powerful FSI D74, stand B08/B09 also offers visitors the chance to compete for […]

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GroundsFest Academy Launches with Free Educational Day

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GroundsFest Academy Launches with Free Educational Day: The highly anticipated first GroundsFest Academy event is set to take place on May 13, 2025, marking the beginning of a new era in free, hands-on education. The first session, hosted in partnership with DLF, titled ‘Seed Science,’ will be held at DLF Seeds’ UK head office in […]

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Etesia UK Hosts Successful Dealer Day

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Etesia UK Hosts Successful Dealer Day: Etesia UK recently welcomed dealers from across the UK and Ireland to an insightful and engaging dealer day at Primrose Hill Farm in Oxfordshire. Attendees gathered to explore Etesia’s latest product innovations, gain industry insights, and connect with key figures in the sector. A major highlight of the day […]

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PSD Groundscare celebrate exclusive dealer event

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PSD Groundscare celebrate exclusive dealer event: PSD Groundscare are celebrating a highly successful Exclusive Dealer Training Event at Meriden, Birmingham. The two-day event (18th & 19th March) saw PSD presenting, to their dealer network, new innovations to complement their existing portfolio. The event was led by the PSD team and included a mix of supplier […]

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GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek

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GMA Industry Awards Kick Off #GroundsWeek: The GMA Industry Awards 2025 brought the grounds management community together for an unforgettable evening at Anfield Stadium, celebrating the exceptional achievements of professionals across the sector. With #GroundsWeek just around the corner from 17-23 March, the awards also served as a reminder of the vital role grounds staff […]

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GroundsFest 2025 Expansion Continues

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GroundsFest 2025 Expansion Continues: Following an outstanding 2024 event, GroundsFest 2025 is set to be even bigger, with significant growth in exhibitor numbers, stand space, and industry influence. The event’s rapid expansion highlights its position as the largest event for the grounds management and landscaping industries. The numbers speak for themselves: 19,365sqm of sold exhibitor […]

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Avant Tecno UK to Showcase Leguan 265 at Executive Hire Show

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Avant Tecno UK to Showcase Leguan 265 at Executive Hire Show: Avant Tecno UK is set to make an impact at the Executive Hire Show 2025, the UK’s premier event for the hire industry, taking place on 12-13 February at the Coventry Building Society Arena. Exhibiting on stand NPP8, Avant Tecno will be showcasing the […]

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BIGGA celebrates exceptional BTME

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BIGGA celebrates exceptional BTME: The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) signed off from its annual education conference and trade show in Harrogate with news of a refined strategy that will shape the direction of the association for years to come. A video of BIGGA CEO Jim Croxton, Head of Membership Scott Reeves and […]

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GreenBest Shines at BTME 2025

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GreenBest Shines at BTME 2025: BTME 2025 provided the perfect platform to share the exciting news of GreenBest’s recent acquisition by ICL. The GreenBest team recently attended the prestigious Bigga Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) 2025, held in Harrogate. The event turned out to be a fantastic opportunity to connect with the turf management community, showcase […]

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PSD to launch EcoCure at BTME

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PSD to launch EcoCure at BTME: PSD Groundscare are all geared up for next week’s BTME show, which will see the promotion of the ELIET Turfcare range and the launch of a new product, EcoCure. Over the past decade, ELIET has established itself as a complete supplier for lawn care and fine turf renovation and […]

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New airter® models revolutionise active aeration

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New airter® models revolutionise active aeration: Lister Wilder have reached an agreement with Novokraft AG to become the new exclusive UK importer for airter® – the world’s only continuous and homogenously operating pneumatic soil aerator. In an exciting time for the partnership, two brand new airter® machines are set to be unveiled to the UK […]

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Campey™ launches essential golf course maintenance tools

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Campey™ launches essential golf course maintenance tools: Once again Campey Turf Care™ brings essential equipment to the Turf professional with the introduction of several new maintenance products for golf courses. The new products will be in addition to the excellent range of machinery that is already synonymous with the Campey name and manufacturers such as […]

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Developing skills and knowledge at BTME

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Developing skills and knowledge at BTME: Lantra is excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at the leading premier turf management exhibition, hosted in Harrogate from 21st to 23rd January 2025. The industry-leading event brings together professionals from across the industry, including those working in turf management and groundskeeping, which will provide Lantra with […]

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Reesink brings the next big things to BTME

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Reesink brings the next big things to BTME: Three Toro product launches tee off 2025. Debuting at BTME, these machines are tomorrow’s technology for the golf course industry and headline on Reesink Turfcare’s stand which has a focus on sustainability. Full details of the machines are under wraps until the show, but what Reesink can […]

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Stephen Bernhard to receive Outstanding Contribution Award

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Stephen Bernhard to receive Outstanding Contribution Award: The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), has announced the finalists of the BIGGA Awards 2025, while also revealing that a lifelong supporter of greenkeeping is set to receive the association’s Outstanding Contribution Award with Kress. The BIGGA Awards will be presented at the BIGGA Celebration with […]

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New Origin launches at BTME

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New Origin launches at BTME: Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS), a leader in premium turf care solutions, will launch two groundbreaking fertiliser ranges at BTME 2025: their revolutionary Xtend CRF (Controlled Release Fertiliser) range and their precision-focused Microlite range. These launches result from OAS’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge innovations for turf professionals. Visitors to BTME 2025 […]

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Foley showcases the benefits of precision grinding

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Foley showcases the benefits of precision grinding: Foley Company’s UK and Ireland distributor, ProSport UK Ltd, will be on stand 550 Hall 5 at BTME 2025, demonstrating the unrivalled benefits of relief grinding and the new floor level Foley 642 Quick Spin Reel Grinder. A selection of Foley automated Accu-Pro cylinder grinders and Accu-Pro bedknife […]

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BOSS lines up for LAMMA

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BOSS lines up for LAMMA: BOSS Off-Road Vehicles will be at the LAMMA agricultural show to showcase the latest addition to their line-up. The PathCross ATV is described by its manufacturer, AODES, as its newest sensation and a trailblazer in their off-road series. The PathCross boasts a modular design and a choice of several models […]

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Experience the future with Baroness at BTME

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Experience the future with Baroness at BTME: Golf course management has entered a new era of efficiency and innovation, the very best of both will be showcased by Baroness on stand 624 at BTME 2025. Two never-before-seen machines will be making their global debut in Harrogate – combining the craftmanship and industry-leading cut quality renowned […]

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Sustainable seed solutions from DLF

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Sustainable seed solutions from DLF: 2025 sees an exciting shake up in the sustainable seed solutions available from DLF and visitors to stand 126 at BTME 2025 can be some of the first the find out what’s new. Among the changes is the exciting introduction of Sybille – a new slender creeping red fescue cultivar, […]

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Discover the ‘Aspen Difference’ at BTME

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Discover the ‘Aspen Difference’ at BTME: With sustainability high on the agenda for many golf courses around the country, there has never been a better time to review all aspects of the greenkeeping operation – including the method of power. Aspen Fuel is an alkylate petrol, 99% cleaner than traditional pump unleaded and offers a […]

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Team Sprayers launch upgrades at BTME

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Team Sprayers launch upgrades at BTME: Team Sprayers are delighted to announce the launch of their upgraded Cub and Scout models at BTME 2025. Their Cub and Scout models are mainstays of their pedestrian sprayer range. These models are perfect for grounds men and green keepers who require efficient and simple to use pedestrian sprayers. […]

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BTME and Continue to Learn bookings surpass 2024 numbers

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BTME and Continue to Learn bookings surpass 2024 numbers: The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) is gearing up for a bumper edition of its annual trade show and education conference and with only a handful of exhibition stands available and education bookings at an all-time high, anticipation for the event is stronger than […]

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Two new INFINICUT® mowers at BTME

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Two new INFINICUT® mowers at BTME: Twelve months on from the launch of the INFINICUT® 22” FL golf cutting unit at BTME 2024, the company is set to return to Harrogate in January 2025 with two new patent-pending additions to the range. The new design of the INFINICUT® 22” FX and 26” FX features a […]

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Kubota to showcase versatile greenkeeping solutions

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Kubota to showcase versatile greenkeeping solutions: Kubota will be back BTME once again in January, joining Baroness on stand 624 to showcase the very best in Japanese excellence. Complementing an array of Baroness implements, pedestrian and ride on mowers will be models from across Kubota’s RTV, mower and compact tractor range including the B2-261 and […]

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Green-tech helps Janet Willoner edge closer to goal

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Green-tech helps Janet Willoner edge closer to goal: Green-tech is proud to share an inspiring update on Janet Willoner’s progress. Back in 2019, motivated by her grandchildren’s passion for combating climate change, Janet embarked on an ambitious mission to grow 5,000 trees from seed by the time she turns 85 – a remarkable achievement that […]

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Top quality topdressing tops the bill for GKB

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Top quality topdressing tops the bill for GKB: If finding top quality topdressing solutions is the question, visitors to BTME are guaranteed to find the answer on stand 644 as GKB Machines return to Harrogate. Before attendees have even stepped foot inside the exhibition halls, they’ll be able to see the mounted GKB SP100 parked […]

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Perfect Playing Surfaces Start with Mansfield Sand

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Perfect Playing Surfaces Start with Mansfield Sand: Visitors to Mansfield Sand’s stand (242) at BTME 2025, taking place from 23 to 25 January at the Harrogate Convention Centre, will have the chance to explore an exceptional range of sand-based products designed to elevate the performance and health of sports pitches. With over 170 years of […]

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ISEKI Covers the Course at BTME

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ISEKI Covers the Course at BTME: Iseki UK and Ireland will be exhibiting tractors, a remote-control tool carrier and mowers for every area of the golf course in Hall 6, Stand 645, at BTME 2025. Recognised as one of the leading exhibitions for greenkeepers, BTME provides the perfect platform for Iseki to showcase its innovative […]

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ICL at BTME 2025

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ICL at BTME 2025: ICL is back at BTME in January 2025 with exciting new tools, expert advice, and opportunities for turf managers to enhance their skills. From hands-on learning to the launch of an advanced spreader, ICL is bringing innovation and practical solutions to stand 224. Educational Sessions with Industry Leaders ICL is proud […]

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DSV UK to Showcase Innovative Turf Solutions at BTME

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DSV UK to Showcase Innovative Turf Solutions at BTME: DSV UK is celebrating a successful 2024, marked by significant growth and increased market share, and will kick-start 2025 by exhibiting at BTME on Stand 213. With DSV’s commitment to quality and performance, the EuroGrass line has quickly gained recognition, becoming a preferred choice for sports […]

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Redexim return to BTME

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Redexim return to BTME: Efficiency is the buzzword at BTME 2025 for Redexim, who return with a range of equipment for fast and effective aeration, seeding and spring renovation on stand 532. With ever-higher course condition expectations from players leading to increasingly stretched greenkeepers, Redexim aim to showcase the versatile, quality-built solutions for achieving top-quality […]

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Discover Turf Excellence with Agrovista Amenity at BTME

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Discover Turf Excellence with Agrovista Amenity at BTME: Agrovista Amenity is set to showcase two exclusive products within its portfolio at BTME 2025: the plant growth regulator Attraxor® and turf fungicide Maxtima®. Visitors can find the Agrovista Amenity team in Hall One, stands 120 and 124, at the Harrogate Convention Centre from January 21 to […]

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Visit Hunter Grinders at BTME

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Visit Hunter Grinders at BTME: Hunter Grinders, part of the Howardson Group, is excited to announce its presence at BTME 2025, where the cutting-edge Jupiter ATI ‘All-in-One’ Grinder will be on display at Stand 217. The Jupiter ATI 6.0: Elevating Precision The Jupiter ATI 6.0 is a fully automatic relief spin grinder designed to deliver […]

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Suståne’s world-leading solutions at BTME

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Suståne’s world-leading solutions at BTME: Suståne Natural Fertiliser return to BTME 2025 in their regular stand location, 170, showcasing the very best that one of the world’s largest producers and suppliers of organic and natural-based fertilisers has to offer. With more golf courses pursuing a sustainable approach to inputs and nutrition, the low environmental impact […]

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SISIS Brings High-Performance Machinery to BTME

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SISIS Brings High-Performance Machinery to BTME: The SISIS team, part of the Howardson Group, is set to bring its cutting-edge turf maintenance machinery to BTME 2025. Located on Stand 252, SISIS will display a range of products designed to enhance turf care across golf courses, sports grounds, and more. Here’s what visitors can expect: Triplay […]

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MM Seed at BTME

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MM Seed at BTME: As the pressure grows on greenkeepers to deliver exceptional playing surfaces, MM Seed provides the tools to meet modern expectations while championing sustainable turf management. Visit Stand 126 at BTME to explore the innovative MM Golf range, designed to enhance every area of your golf course with high-quality, high-performing grass seed […]

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Ventrac – more than a mower

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Ventrac – more than a mower: Price Turfcare, the UK and Ireland distributor of the Ventrac multi-implement, all-terrain compact tractor, returns to BTME with the Ventrac 4520 compact tractor unit and a selection of attachments. Since its launch in 2017, this combination of highly manoeuvrable compact tractor and multiple attachments has quickly established a recognised […]

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Dennis to Showcase Game-Changing Technology at BTME

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Dennis to Showcase Game-Changing Technology at BTME: Dennis Mowers, part of the Howardson Group, will be at BTME 2025 in Harrogate this January, exhibiting their innovative range of turf maintenance machinery. Visit Stand 252 to see the latest advancements designed to deliver exceptional results for golf courses, bowling greens, cricket pitches, and more. ES-22 Ultra […]

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Sarah Stirk to lead line-up for BIGGA Celebration

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Sarah Stirk to lead line-up for BIGGA Celebration: The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) is thrilled to announce that renowned TV presenter and journalist Sarah Stirk will host the BIGGA Celebration, held on the opening evening of the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) in January. Best known for her work with Sky Sports, […]

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SALTEX welcomes most diverse audience

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SALTEX welcomes most diverse audience: SALTEX 2024 reached new levels of international engagement, attracting a diverse audience from around the world including attendees from China, Cyprus, India, Japan, Mexico, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates.  This year’s show offered high-quality interactions among industry leaders, creating connections that could deliver substantial partnerships and collaborations across […]

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GroundsFest Wins Trade Show of the Year

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GroundsFest Wins Trade Show of the Year: The recently held Exhibition News Indy Awards recognised GroundsFest 2023 in an extraordinary way, awarding it both the Best Independent Trade Show Launch and the prestigious Trade Show of the Year. These honours celebrate the innovation and unique character that GroundsFest has brought to the industry, standing out […]

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Equipping Turf Managers for the Future

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Equipping Turf Managers for the Future: Turf Science Live Ireland, a renowned educational event in turf management, returned in September, hosted at the magnificent Killeen Castle. This prestigious golf course provided a fitting venue backdrop for turf professionals to gain valuable insights into the latest advancements in turf science, hands-on product demonstrations, and real-world solutions […]

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Innovation takes centre stage at SALTEX

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Innovation takes centre stage at SALTEX: SALTEX has solidified its status as the ultimate event for the entire grounds management industry, putting high-calibre visitors and cutting-edge innovation at the forefront. This year’s exhibition at the NEC Birmingham, the 78th edition, drew thousands of industry professionals and volunteers, where in-depth conversations led to strengthened relationships. Visitors were […]

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Team Sprayers show the breadth of their range at SALTEX

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Team Sprayers show the breadth of their range at SALTEX: British sprayer manufacturer Team Sprayers will be at SALTEX this year with a selection of sprayers from their pedestrian and mounted range of ground care sprayers. Amongst the pedestrian sprayers they will be showcasing the Cub, Scout and Vixen Pro SP sprayers. The Team Cub […]

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GroundsFest Registration Prize Winner Announced

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GroundsFest Registration Prize Winner Announced: The winner of the GroundsFest 2024 registration prize has been announced. Warwickshire-based landscaper Trevor Day was thrilled to recently collect his brand-new Toro ProStripe 560 pedestrian mower – a machine that promises to take his business to the next level. Every person who registered for GroundsFest 2024 was entered into […]

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Henton & Chattell to showcase new EGO lineup at SALTEX

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Henton & Chattell to showcase new EGO lineup at SALTEX: Leading machinery distributor, Henton & Chattell, will be returning to SALTEX this month to unveil its new product introductions for 2025, as well as highlighting the most popular lines across its portfolio. The new lineup from EGO Power+, which Henton & Chattell is the exclusive […]

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PSD Groundscare report successful Groundsfest

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PSD Groundscare report successful Groundsfest: PSD Groundscare are celebrating after a highly successful Groundsfest, which was held at Stoneleigh Park in September. This year’s Groundsfest came on the back of an extremely exciting 12 months for PSD, which has seen the successful launch of new products, including a range of Rotary Collection Mowers from the […]

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Stop by BAGMA at SALTEX

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Stop by BAGMA at SALTEX: The British Agricultural Garden Machinery Association (BAGMA) are pleased to be returning to SALTEX to discuss industry issues, training and the other many benefits of BAGMA membership. Following a year of rapid growth within the association, stand M102 will be the place to discover more about the new additions – […]

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Achieve a Perfect Pitch with Mansfield Sand at SALTEX

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Achieve a Perfect Pitch with Mansfield Sand at SALTEX: Visitors to the Mansfield Sand stand (E150) at SALTEX 2024, taking place on 30 and 31 October at the NEC, Birmingham, will have the opportunity to explore a comprehensive range of sand-based products designed to enhance the health and performance of sports pitches. With over 170 […]

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Experience the Jupiter ATI Grinder at SALTEX

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Experience the Jupiter ATI Grinder at SALTEX: Hunter Grinders, part of the Howardson Group, is thrilled to announce its participation at SALTEX 2024, where it will be showcasing the enhanced Jupiter ATI ‘All-in-One’ Grinder. The Jupiter ATI Series 5 is a fully automatic relief spin grinder, designed to deliver top-notch precision and consistency in every […]

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An Impressive Lineup from SISIS at SALTEX

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An Impressive Lineup from SISIS at SALTEX: At this year’s SALTEX, SISIS (Stand E082) will present an impressive lineup of turf maintenance equipment, each designed to address specific needs in the care of sports pitches, golf courses, and other fine turf areas. Here’s a closer look at the standout products that will be on display: […]

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Dennis Mowers to Showcase Cutting-Edge Technology at SALTEX

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Dennis Mowers to Showcase Cutting-Edge Technology at SALTEX: Dennis Mowers, part of the Howardson Group, is gearing up for an exciting showcase at SALTEX 2024. Set to take place on 30 and 31 October at the NEC in Birmingham, Dennis Mowers will be displaying their innovative range of electric mowers and turf maintenance equipment at […]

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EverEdge return to SALTEX

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EverEdge return to SALTEX: The EverEdge team are looking forward to returning for Saltex 2024. We always enjoy getting out to see people face to face and we see this as a real opportunity to interact with customers, new and old. Alongside our standard range of steel lawn edging products, we will be bringing products […]

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Foley to debut at SALTEX

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Foley to debut at SALTEX: Foley will be exhibiting at Saltex for the first time. To mark this occasion, they will be displaying the new Roll-on Roll off, quick-spin grinder introduced to the market earlier this year. The Foley 642 Quick Spin Reel Grinder brings a whole new meaning to quick spin. It is designed […]

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Campey brings compact maintenance to SALTEX

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Campey brings compact maintenance to SALTEX: Campey Turf Systems is ready to showcase a select range of compact maintenance equipment at Saltex 2024, including the Dakota 310 Turf Tender, Vredo Turf Buddy and Campey SeedShot. Providing precision turf equipment for every situation has always been a priority for Campey, and focusing on machines and tools […]

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STIHL to showcase new machines at SALTEX

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STIHL to showcase new machines at SALTEX: STIHL will present a range of new products at this year’s SALTEX, Europe’s premier grounds management show, between 30th – 31st October 2024.  Taking place at the NEC, Birmingham, they will be showcasing brand new battery-powered tools in the AP System range, including the BGA 250, STIHL’s most powerful handheld […]

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ISEKI to provide comprehensive showcase at SALTEX

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ISEKI to provide comprehensive showcase at SALTEX: Iseki UK & Ireland will showcase its comprehensive range of compact tractors, mowers, and electric vehicles across three areas at SALTEX 2024, as the company continues to provide the turf industry with tailored machinery for every application.  Iseki’s Industry Leading Compact Machinery  Stand D050 will feature the Iseki […]

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Origin to showcase cutting-edge technologies at SALTEX

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Origin to showcase cutting-edge technologies at SALTEX: Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS), a leader in turf and ground management, is returning to SALTEX 2024 with even more innovative solutions. OAS will be showcasing a wide range of advanced turf management solutions across two stands, G060 and G057, offering visitors insight into the latest industry innovations. At […]

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The new Ariens Ikon zero-turn mower

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The new Ariens Ikon zero-turn mower: Last year, the Ariens Company celebrated its 90th anniversary. The anniversary year was taken as an opportunity to revise the entire model range of zero-turn mowers with combustion engines. The crowning highlight is the completely newly developed Ariens Ikon. All our experience has gone into this zero-turn mower. It […]

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GroundsFest 2024: More Exhibitors, More Visitors, More Excitement

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GroundsFest 2024: More Exhibitors, More Visitors, More Excitement: The second edition of GroundsFest, held on 10 and 11 September at Stoneleigh Park in Warwickshire, has firmly established itself as the UK’s largest grounds management and landscaping event. Following a strong debut in 2023, this year’s show exceeded all expectations, marking a significant milestone in its […]

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Reesink and Toro combine at SALTEX

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Reesink and Toro combine at SALTEX: In celebration of 40 years working together, Toro distributor Reesink UK and The Toro Company have joined forces on stand at SALTEX for the first time to bring visitors to the show the biggest range of Toro groundscare machinery yet. Alastair Rowell, Managing Director of Reesink UK, comments: “We […]

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Foamstream at SALTEX

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Foamstream at SALTEX: Visitors to SALTEX looking to discover the future of weed control need look no further than stand H068 – where they can find the world-leading non-herbicidal solution, Foamstream. Following another busy 12 months which has seen the appointment of distributors Campey Turf Care Systems and a continuation of the popular rental programme, […]

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Trilo to showcase versatile vacuum sweepers at SALTEX

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Trilo to showcase versatile vacuum sweepers at SALTEX: Trilo return to SALTEX 2024, promising to showcase the very best in versatile vacuum sweepers on stand K058. Visitors this October can expect to find the M3 from the Trilo Multipurpose range on display, alongside the range of shaft options which effortlessly transforms the 3m3 collector into […]

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MAJOR To Launch Upgraded TDR at SALTEX

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MAJOR To Launch Upgraded TDR at SALTEX: Major Equipment Ltd, a leader in tractor-powered groundcare mowers, is delighted to introduce its upgraded TDR Rotary Mower at SALTEX 2024. Designed for maintaining parklands, sports pitches, and golf courses, the new TDR model boasts several enhancements for improved durability, precision, and efficiency. Key upgrades include a fully […]

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Kubota return to SALTEX

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Kubota return to SALTEX: A stop by the Kubota stand is always a must for visitors to SALTEX, and this year should be no different, with a vast array of industry-leading compact tractors, RTV’s and mowing solutions taking centre stage on stand C070. A particular highlight promises to be the expanded Kubota zero-turn range, with […]

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Ventrac products on display at SALTEX

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Ventrac products on display at SALTEX: Price Turfcare returns to SALTEX with the Ventrac multi-implement, all-terrain compact tractor on a larger island stand. “Obviously, having more space allows us to show more equipment. We now have more than 35 attachments for the Ventrac, so this year we’ll be exhibiting three Ventrac 4520 compact tractor units […]

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Henton & Chattell to showcase new EGO lineup

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Henton & Chattell to showcase new EGO lineup: Leading machinery distributor, Henton & Chattell, will be returning to both GroundsFest and SALTEX in the coming months to unveil its new product introductions for 2025, as well as highlighting the most popular lines across its portfolio. The new lineup from EGO Power+, which Henton & Chattell […]

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Discover the Free Education Programme at GroundsFest

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Discover the Free Education Programme at GroundsFest: GroundsFest 2024 is set to be an unmissable event for anyone looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the land-based industries. With a comprehensive education programme spread across four seminar theatres, including practical sessions, there’s something for everyone. The seminars are free to attend, and visitors can […]

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FSI to unveil latest addition to stump grinder range at APF

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FSI to unveil latest addition to stump grinder range at APF: FSI Stump Cutters are set to unveil something new at APF 2024, as the UK subsidiary of the world’s only dedicated stump grinder manufacturer takes a stand at the event for the very first time. While details of the launch are being kept closely […]

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Take on the ‘Aspen Challenge’ at GroundsFest

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Take on the ‘Aspen Challenge’ at GroundsFest: Improving the working environment of landscapers and ground professionals for over 40 years, Aspen Fuel will be returning to GroundsFest 2024 to showcase the many benefits of their 2 and 4-stroke Alkylate petrol. Stand OSA490 is the place to find out more and also the place where brave […]

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Win a Union Jack Turf Tank robot at GroundsFest

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Win a Union Jack Turf Tank robot at GroundsFest: Turf Tank is returning to GroundsFest with the industry’s leading autonomous line-marking robot on stand OSA481. Attendees will be able to experience Turf Tank Two live, with the robot regularly marking out pitches over the two days at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire. The Turf Tank UK and […]

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Foley brings live relief grinding to GroundsFest

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Foley brings live relief grinding to GroundsFest: Foley Company’s UK and Ireland distributor, ProSport UK Ltd, will be on stand OSA540 at GroundsFest 2024, demonstrating the unrivalled benefits of relief grinding and the new floor level Foley 642 Quick Spin Reel Grinder. Foley’s automated Accu-Pro 633 cylinder grinder and Accu-Pro 672 bedknife grinder will be […]

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Campey Returns to GroundsFest 2024

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Campey Returns to GroundsFest 2024: Campey Turf Care Systems are returning to GroundsFest with a top-tier lineup of machines, including the Imants ShockWave, Dakota Turf Tender, Foley Company Air2G2 336, and Campey UNIRAKE©, which are all poised for live demonstrations. GroundsFest’s blend of outdoor and indoor stands provides an ideal platform for Campey to offer […]

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Syn-Pro by SISIS at GroundsFest

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Syn-Pro by SISIS at GroundsFest: Syn-Pro by SISIS is gearing up for GroundsFest 2024, set to take place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on September 10 and 11. You can find Syn-Pro by SISIS in Outdoor Area A on stand OSA170, where a wide range of advanced synthetic turf maintenance products will be on display. This […]

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Explore Mansfield Sand at GroundsFest

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Explore Mansfield Sand at GroundsFest: Visitors to the Mansfield Sand stand (OSA260) at GroundsFest 2024, taking place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire on 10 and 11 September, can expect to see a comprehensive range of sand-based products vital to the overall health and performance of sports pitches. For over 180 years, Mansfield Sand has pioneered the […]

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Hunter Grinders Returns to GroundsFest

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Hunter Grinders Returns to GroundsFest: After a successful GroundsFest 2023, Hunter Grinders is excited to announce its return to GroundsFest 2024, where it will be showcasing the enhanced Jupiter ATI ‘All in One’ Grinder. The Jupiter ATI is a fully automatic relief spin grinder, designed to deliver precision grinding at its best. It features automatic […]

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Origin marking out the future at GroundsFest

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Origin marking out the future at GroundsFest: Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) has announced its return to GroundsFest for the 2024 exhibition after a successful debut last year. OAS will showcase its comprehensive range of products and services, aimed at servicing the fine turf, sports, and grounds care sectors. You can find their prominently branded trailer […]

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Calling All Grounds Care Heroes

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Calling All Grounds Care Heroes: Nominations and entries are now open for the Grounds Management Association’s (GMA) Industry Awards and, this year, we’re turning up the excitement!   Anfield Stadium, the iconic home of Liverpool FC, will be the new backdrop for this prestigious event on Thursday 13 March 2025. Breaking new ground, the Industry Awards […]

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DSV to Unveil EUROBEAT at GroundsFest

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DSV to Unveil EUROBEAT at GroundsFest: DSV is set to make a significant impact at this year’s GroundsFest, introducing their latest innovation in grass seed, EUROBEAT, on stand 29. The event will take place on September 10 and 11 at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, offering attendees a chance to discover this high-performing addition to DSV’s renowned […]

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Explore SISIS’s Innovations at GroundsFest

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Explore SISIS’s Innovations at GroundsFest: GroundsFest 2024 attendees can look forward to seeing SISIS in Outside Area A on stand number OSA170, where a variety of innovative turf maintenance products will be on display. This year, the focus will be on three key products: the Quadraplay, the Variseeder, and the Rotorake TM1000. In addition to […]

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Etesia UK Gears Up for GroundsFest

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Etesia UK Gears Up for GroundsFest: Etesia UK is excited to return to GroundsFest for the second consecutive year. Attendees can visit stand OSA150 at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on 10 and 11 September to explore Etesia’s impressive lineup, including pedestrian and ride-on mowers, brushcutters, and the award-winning ET Lander electric utility vehicle. Etesia UK, known […]

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MM Seed to be showcased at GroundsFest

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MM Seed to be showcased at GroundsFest: An impressive range of MM grass seed mixtures will be showcased at GroundsFest 2024, and visitors will get the chance to find out how the innovative seed technology could vastly benefit their sports pitches. Here’s a snapshot of just some of the mixtures on display at GroundsFest. MM50 […]

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Dennis to Exhibit E-Series at GroundsFest

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Dennis to Exhibit E-Series at GroundsFest: Dennis is set to make a significant impact at GroundsFest 2024, showcasing an impressive range of battery-powered products on stand 50 in Hall 2 at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on September 10 and 11. This year, Dennis will highlight the revolutionary ES-34R, the innovative Multi Charger Hub, and the versatile […]

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Exciting Lineup for Avant at APF 2024

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Exciting Lineup for Avant at APF 2024: Avant Tecno UK is thrilled to announce its participation at APF 2024, the UK’s largest trade show for forestry, woodland, arboriculture, firewood, fencing, trees, and timber industries. Taking place on September 19th, 20th, and 21st at the Ragley Estate in Warwickshire, APF 2024 promises to be an unmissable […]

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SALTEX: Uniting the Industry, Powering Progress

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SALTEX: Uniting the Industry, Powering Progress: SALTEX 2024, Europe’s premier sports turf, amenities, and landscaping trade exhibition will bring together industry-leading grounds professionals, volunteers, and exhibitors from across the globe. Showcasing the latest innovations, trends, and practices in grounds management, landscaping, and environmental sustainability, the show will feature the industry’s biggest brands across three halls, […]

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Top TIMBERSPORTS® athletes compete for top spot

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Top TIMBERSPORTS® athletes compete for top spot: TIMBERSPORTS® is back with a bang at the Royal Three Counties Show, Malvern from 14-16 June 2024. Three days of action-packed competition will see Britain’s top athletes compete against each other for the British crown, as well as the opportunity to represent their country at world level.  Competition […]

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CharmianRobson

Scots Turf Organisers ‘Blown Away’ by Show Success

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Scots Turf Organisers ‘Blown Away’ by Show Success: With over 700 visitors and over 60 companies exhibiting, the second edition of Scots Turf demonstrated substantial growth and has built a platform for an exciting future. The aim of this show was to build on the success of the previous year by offering more stands and […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Explosive Start for GroundsFest 2024

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Explosive Start for GroundsFest 2024: Following its groundbreaking debut, GroundsFest is returning with a bang, promising an even bigger and better experience for the groundscare and landscaping industries. With a wave of new exhibitors, expanded space, and mounting excitement, GroundsFest 2024 is set to exceed expectations, offering extraordinary opportunities for industry professionals. Expansion and Overwhelming […]

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Lucy Nicholls

GroundsFest Launches the Landscape Zone

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GroundsFest Launches the Landscape Zone: Organisers of GroundsFest have launched a new zone at the event dedicated to all those involved in the planning, design, and construction of outdoor environments in the landscaping sector. The Landscape Zone is set to spotlight the latest landscaping technologies, solutions, and innovations, and will be a must-attend feature for […]

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Lucy Nicholls

MM Seed Set to Impress at SALTEX

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MM Seed Set to Impress at SALTEX: An impressive range of MM grass seed mixtures will be showcased at SALTEX 2022, and visitors will get the chance to find out how the innovative seed technology could vastly benefit their sports pitches. MM is one of the most respected brands in the UK sportsturf and amenity […]

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Coral Clark

Turfgrass Growers Association demo day

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Turfgrass Growers Association demo day: The Turfgrass Growers Association are pleased to announce that the Turfgrass Summer Show is returning for 2022. Following on from the success of the 2020 event, we are pleased to now announce the date for this year’s event Thursday 28th July. Turffit have very kindly offered to host the 2022 […]

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Vicky Panniers

SAGE registration now open

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SAGE registration now open: The UK’s largest outdoor sports and grounds maintenance tradeshow, SAGE is taking place on 6th & 7th July at The Three Counties Showground in Malvern. Registration has now opened for visitors, so if you would like to book your free place at this much-anticipated event, register on the website now. There […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX registration now open

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SALTEX registration now open: The Grounds Management Association has announced that visitor registration for SALTEX 2021 is now officially open at gmasaltex.co.uk   Taking place at the NEC, Birmingham on 3 and 4 November, SALTEX 2021 will be celebrating its 75th anniversary in style. The show will feature over 400 brands including some of the […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX 2021: “We’re ready to go!”

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SALTEX 2021: “We’re ready to go!”: After the government’s recent announcement, it appears that the grounds management industry can finally start looking forward to celebrating SALTEX’s 75th anniversary, which takes place on 3 and 4 November at the NEC, Birmingham. Prime Minister Boris Johnson has revealed the UK’s roadmap out of lockdown, and it is […]

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Karl Hansell

BIGGA announces Festival of Turf dates

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BIGGA announces Festival of Turf dates: The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association has confirmed that its first Festival of Turf will take place this summer, with a new date intended to provide an improved experience for attendees and exhibitors. The Festival of Turf is a two-day event that will take place in the predominantly […]

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Karl Hansell

BIGGA unveils new outdoor festival

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BIGGA unveils new outdoor festival: The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association has unveiled a brand new outdoor festival and exhibition, taking place in June 2021. The event, called the Festival of Turf, will bring together the greenkeeping and turf management industry for two days of innovation, exhibition and entertainment. Taking place in the COVID-secure […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX surveys offer encouraging feedback

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SALTEX surveys offer encouraging feedback: The Grounds Management Association (GMA) has revealed its feedback from both the recent visitor and exhibitor surveys that influenced the decision to move SALTEX to November 2021. Last month the GMA issued two surveys; one to every exhibitor that had signed-up to the 2020 event and one to every visitor […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX moves to November 2021

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SALTEX moves to November 2021: Due to mounting pressure from the global Coronavirus pandemic, the Grounds Management Association (GMA) regrettably announces that it has taken the decision to move SALTEX to 3-4 November 2021, from its planned Spring dates (3-4 March 2021). The GMA has been strategically planning for every eventuality to ensure the exhibition […]

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Debbie Goddard

CMAE European Conference opens for registration

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CMAE European Conference opens for registration: The 2020 European Conference on Club Management hosted by the Club Managers Association of European (CMAE) is today open for registration. The virtual event takes place over three days from the 30th November to the 2nd December 2020 and uses online technology to create a delegate experience like never […]

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Steve Mitchell

Safety first for employees, dealers and customers

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Safety first for employees, dealers and customers: John Deere will not attend international trade shows in 2021. In order to ensure the safety of customers and employees, John Deere has announced that it will not attend any international agricultural and turf trade shows in Europe and the CIS during the company’s 2021 fiscal year (1 […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX 2021 moves into next gear

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SALTEX 2021 moves into next gear: Early indications for the 75th edition of SALTEX, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham on 3 and 4 March 2021, are extremely positive following overwhelming industry support and the welcome news that exhibitions and events have been given the go ahead to restart from the start of October. […]

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Karl Hansell

BIGGA BTME cancelled for 2021

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BIGGA cancelled for 2021: The turf industry’s premier annual gathering, the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME), will not take place in January 2021 as anticipated, with an alternative ‘festival of turf’ planned for summer 2021. The event’s organisers, the British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association, has cancelled the popular trade exhibition due to the ongoing […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX 2021 integral to industry’s recovery

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SALTEX 2021 integral to industry’s recovery: SALTEX and Events Director, Luke Perry, believes that SALTEX 2021 will provide a huge opportunity for the grounds management industry to regroup, reunite and celebrate.  Luke Perry was appointed by the Grounds Management Association as SALTEX and Events Director just six weeks before the 2019 event. “I was blown […]

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Debbie Goddard

R&A and CMAE partner to help club’s fightback

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R&A and CMAE partner to help club’s fightback: The CMAE is delighted to announce a brand-new online event, designed to help club managers lead their clubs out of the post Covid-19 recession which is being supported by The R&A. “How to Manage & Lead your Club out of the post Covid-19 Recession” is the exciting, […]

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Vicky Panniers

SAGE release dates for summer 2021

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SAGE release dates for summer 2021: The all new summer grounds maintenance exhibition will take place 27th, 28th & 29th July 2021. The Sports & Grounds Expo (SAGE) has been introduced for the sports and grounds maintenance industry to showcase their market leading products as well as release new innovations in an OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT, which […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX to reschedule to March 2021

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SALTEX to reschedule to March 2021: In light of continued restrictions surrounding mass gatherings, combined with the unprecedented impact on all of us from Covid-19, the Grounds Management Association’s (GMA) Board of Directors has taken the unanimous decision to move SALTEX to early Spring 2021. This outcome has been guided by discussions with key industry […]

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Sophie Olejnik

GEA 2021 open for business

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GEA 2021 open for business: Golf clubs and greenkeepers around Europe are invited to apply for the Golf Environment Awards 2021. The GEAs recognise those in the golf industry that are breaking the mould and highlighting the wide-ranging environmental benefits of golf. Entrants may apply for awards in four categories – Environmental Golf Course of […]

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Lucy Nicholls

MR SALTEX still gets butterflies

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MR SALTEX still gets butterflies: SALTEX operations manager Derek Walder, provides an insight into his illustrious career, his passion for SALTEX and his adventurous days with the Crazy Gang…   Derek Walder has rightfully earned the nickname Mr SALTEX. At 83 years old he has overseen the operations of the show for five decades and he […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Celebrating 10 years of seminars

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Celebrating 10 years of seminars: Dennis and SISIS are celebrating an impressive decade of groundcare seminars this year. In this article, we look at the history and development of the seminars and how they have proved to be so beneficial for so many of the unsung heroes in a wide variety of sports turf sectors.    […]

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Karl Hansell

Student greenkeeper awards postponed

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Student greenkeeper awards postponed: Following consultation between awards organisers BIGGA and sponsors Toro and Reesink UK, the 2020 edition of the Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year Awards has been postponed. Applications for the prestigious awards had opened in March, but the escalation of the coronavirus pandemic means that it is no longer safe or […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Planning for a brighter future

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Planning for a brighter future: These are challenging times for us all. First and foremost, everyone at SALTEX hopes that you, your colleagues, businesses, and your families are keeping safe and well. Recognising the challenges in front of us, we wish to assure you that planning for SALTEX 2020 continues to be in full swing. […]

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Vicky Panniers

SAGE: Postponed until 2021

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SAGE: Postponed until 2021: The Sports & Grounds Expo will now launch in July 2021! We have been closely monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and the related Government guidelines. After careful consideration, and having spoken with many people involved in our event, we have decided to postpone The Sports & Grounds Expo (SAGE) until 2021. […]

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Lucy Nicholls

More indoor demos at SALTEX

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More indoor demos at SALTEX: Due to popular visitor demand, show organisers have revealed that an increased number of indoor demonstrations will be taking place at SALTEX 2020 in a large dedicated arena on the show floor. At SALTEX 2019 the Eco Village demonstration area offered visitors the opportunity to experience the latest green technology […]

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Vicky Panniers

New Sports and Grounds Exhibition

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New Sports and Grounds Exhibition: The Sports and Grounds Exhibition (SAGE) is the all new summer grounds maintenance exhibition opening 21st – 23rd July 2020. SAGE has been introduced for the sports and grounds maintenance industry to showcase their market leading products as well as release new innovations in an outdoor environment, which will provide […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Inspirational Dennis & SISIS Seminar

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Inspirational Dennis & SISIS Seminar: The aptly named Storm Dennis certainly didn’t prevent the annual Dennis and SISIS groundcare seminar from going ahead, and by all accounts it once again inspired, educated and offered real solutions.  Hosted at the Durham County Cricket Club’s Emirates Riverside Stadium on 18th February, over 150 volunteers and professionals representing […]

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Rebecca Beaumont

New Bayer launch at BTME

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New Bayer launch at BTME: Bayer has launched a new unique patent protected biological nematode control to help greenkeepers and groundsmen to maintain quality playing surfaces. Harmonix Tri-Nema brings together the latest nematode technology to effectively tackle leatherjackets and chafer grubs. Neil Pettican, Bayer head of sales, says the unique solution targets the damaging pests […]

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Marcus Oliver

World’s widest Sarel Roller at BTME

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World’s widest Sarel Roller at BTME: GreenTek will be displaying their 5.4m wide Multi-Sarel at the BTME show in Harrogate. In recent years, golf courses have been working hard to raise the turf quality of their fairways.  This follows a similar pattern to the great advances in greens care equipment, and consequently turf quality, that […]

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Juliet Liddell

New Jacobsen launches at BTME

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New Jacobsen launches at BTME: Jacobsen is set to launch the brand-new Eclipse 360 ELiTE, Eclipse 2 Lithium and AR730 at BTME 2020. Exhibition attendees will be able to experience the new machines for the first time in Purple Hall, Stand 422 across the three day exhibition in Harrogate with the Jacobsen team ready to […]

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Mark Sanderson

Syngenta to launch Application Academy

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Syngenta to launch Application Academy: The pioneering world-first Syngenta Application Academy will give turf managers and sprayer operators the chance to delve into the world of precision application. Launching the Application Academy at BTME (Harrogate 21-23 January), Syngenta Technical Manager and application specialist, Glenn Kirby, highlighted it will give a select group the chance to […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey set to exhibit at STMA

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Campey set to exhibit at STMA: Campey Turf Care Systems is exhibiting at the 31st annual STMA conference and exhibition on the 15th and 16th January 2020. This year’s event is taking place at the Palm Beach County Convention Centre, Florida. It will feature the Campey’s latest synthetic, hybrid and natural turf grooming products the […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey bring sustainability to BTME

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Campey bring sustainability to BTME: Campey Turf Care Systems is bringing the 100% electric AllTrec Tool Carrier to BTME 2020 to introduce the future of zero CO2-emissions golf course maintenance. The Tool Carrier will be in Red Hall North, Stand 276 along with other popular turf care machinery including Vredo Compact Seeders, Dakota Turf Tenders […]

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Jamie Bennett

AGS heading to Harrogate

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AGS heading to Harrogate: Advance Grass Solutions, a multi award winning company and a leading provider of agronomy services, technology and globally recognised products is excited to be exhibiting at BTME 2020. We’ll be showcasing the market leading Growth Products environmentally-friendly, technically-advanced liquid fertilizers, micro-nutrients and effective biological control products, as well as Sustane Natural […]

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Kate Hopkins

Amenity Forum’s updating events

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Amenity Forum’s updating events: 2020 is set to be a year of much challenge and change for all operating across the important and diverse amenity sector. This is especially true for all aspects of amenity management and especially in terms of weeds, pests and disease. The Government are conducting a full review of the National […]

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Gerald Bonner

About COMPO EXPERT

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About COMPO EXPERT: COMPO EXPERT, is a multi-national Fertiliser manufacturer with 700 employees world wide. We manufacture all of our products from raw materials and we are the market leaders in speciality fertiliser manufacture in Europe. We have unique industry leading products like our surfactants; Kick & Kick LDS. Our SRF Floranid Twin range is […]

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Madeleine Read

STIHL return to BTME

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STIHL return to BTME: After a successful debut, STIHL will be returning to BTME 2020 to showcase its full range of groundscare products, including its range of high performance professional lawn mowers, as well as its latest chainsaws. Taking centre stage will be STIHL’s new RMA 765 V PRO mower, which is the latest addition […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS to exhibit at GIS

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Dennis & SISIS to exhibit at GIS: Dennis and SISIS will feature a wide range of quality turf maintenance products on booth 1122 at the Golf Industry Show (GIS), which is taking place at the Orlando Convention Center, Florida on January 29-30. From tee to green, Dennis and SISIS provide a full range of equipment […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX the flagship event

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SALTEX the industry’s flagship event: Findings from the SALTEX 2019 post-show survey have revealed that attendees are continuing to embrace SALTEX as the groundscare industry’s flagship event. From 30 to 31 October a record-breaking 9,104 visitors streamed into the NEC, Birmingham to explore the latest trends and products in groundscare. The growth in visitor numbers […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS off to STMA

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Dennis & SISIS off to STMA: Dennis and SISIS are heading to West Palm Beach, Florida on January 13-16, to exhibit at the Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) Conference & Exhibition. The British manufacturers have exhibited at the show for a number of years, which takes place in various states across America yearly and have […]

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Izzy Cutler

Reesink brings the future to BTME

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Reesink brings the future to BTME: Reesink Turfcare is launching Toro’s most eagerly anticipated technology, the most advanced on the market, at BTME. The all-new all-electric Greensmaster eTriFlex 3370 ride-on mower with the industry’s first lithium-ion battery powered unit will be on stand 420, in the purple Zone. It’s the quietest ride-on greensmower and incorporates […]

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Louise Challiss

Headland to launch new Turfite

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Headland to launch new Turfite: Headland Amenity will be launching an updated and improved formulation of their popular Turfite product at BTME 2020. Visitors to Stand 272 in the Red Zone can hear how Turfite Elite is already showing excellent results in the company’s leading ‘20-20-30’ non-pesticidal tank mix, in the fight to minimise incidences […]

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Louise Challiss

200 Years of Johnsons Sports Seed

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200 Years of Johnsons Sports Seed: BTME in Harrogate signals the start of a year of celebrations for the Johnsons Sports Seed team, as 2020 marks the company’s 200th anniversary in the seed industry. To commemorate, visitors to stand 214 in the Red Zone will have a chance to win big in a special ‘200 […]

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Louise Challiss

New Charterhouse launches at BTME

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New Charterhouse launches at BTME: A brand-new addition to the renowned Redexim Verti-Drain range will be a particular highlight on the Charterhouse Turf Machinery stand at BTME 2020. Expanding the existing offering with a new 1.9m working width, it is ideal for use on a variety of turf surfaces. Visitors to stand 432 in the […]

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Louise Challiss

BLEC launches at BTME

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BLEC launches at BTME: BLEC will be returning to BTME in Harrogate with details of two new machines being launched into the landscaping and turfcare range, in early 2020. With a Redexim touch, the Multivator returns to the renovation stable by popular demand, while a new pedestrian version of the Rotorake will also be introduced. […]

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Louise Challiss

TMSystem™ and INFINICUT® at BTME

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TMSystem™ and INFINICUT® at BTME: With changes in pesticide legislation having an ever-deepening effect on sports turf quality, Turf Mangers are having to carefully consider the role of mechanical maintenance in delivering a proactive plant health strategy. The UltraGroomer™ cassette from the renowned TMSystem™ collection is specifically designed to provide a healthier turf environment by […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Hole in one at BTME for Sherriff

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Hole in one at BTME for Sherriff: Sherriff Amenity will be on Stand 164 in the Blue Zone at BTME 2020 and visitors can look forward to new product information, refreshments and will also be able test their golfing skills on the putting green. Visitors will be able to pick up a copy of the […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Mansfield Sand head to BTME

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Mansfield Sand head to BTME: Mansfield Sand will feature a wide range of innovative products for sports, landscaping and equestrian uses on Stand 126 in the Blue Zone at BTME 2020. Pioneers in the development and production of premium quality silica sand-based products for over 170 years, Mansfield Sand is the market leader in supplying […]

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Lucy Nicholls

MM the key to course improvements

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MM the key to course improvements: Visitors to the Limagrain UK stand (162), located in the Blue Zone at BTME 2020, can expect a range of market leading products that can significantly improve both the quality and aesthetics of a golf course. For 2020 there will be two new exciting MM mixtures which will offer […]

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Lucy Nicholls

KAR UK & Hunter join forces at BTME

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KAR UK & Hunter join forces at BTME: KAR UK and Hunter Industries are joining forces to exhibit at BTME 2020 on Stand 270 in the Red Zone. KAR UK, the leading wholesaler of irrigation equipment in the UK and an integral distributor of Hunter Industries irrigation equipment, will once again be exhibiting at the […]

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Lucy Nicholls

ICL on course for BTME

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ICL on course for BTME: ICL is preparing for a busy BTME 2020 when the show takes place at the Harrogate Convention Centre on 21-23 January. Located in the Purple Zone, the ICL Stand (426) will be a hub of insightful and practical advice where attendees can network and grab a coffee from the ICL […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Fab 4 for Dennis & SISIS at BTME

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Fab 4 for Dennis & SISIS at BTME: Dennis and SISIS will be making their annual trip to Harrogate in January and BTME visitors can expect to see four fantastic products on display in the Red Zone on Stand 244. Dennis Mowers recently launched a new and exciting range of mowers called the E-Series and […]

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Lucy Self

Double launch for ISEKI at BTME

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Double launch for ISEKI at BTME: ISEKI is excited to be showcasing a new compact tractor alongside their renowned tractor range, plus a new game-changing mower at BTME 2020.   Joining the established and reliable TH range of ISEKI compact tractors is the brand new TH5420, coming complete with a Stage V compliant engine, low emissions […]

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Tony Hawkins

ECHO’s resounding success at SALTEX

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ECHO’s resounding success at SALTEX: ECHO put on a real show at Saltex with their range of commercial products for groundscare and landscaping professionals. The stand largely featured the ECHO X Series line of products which redefine standards with low weight and high power. Two new products in the series were introduced, the ECHO CS-2511WES […]

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Alicia Thompson

GKB to showcase reliable products at BTME

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GKB to showcase reliable products at BTME: For the 5th year running, GKB will be attending the BTME 2020 show to showcase their range of machinery. The show will be taking place on 21st – 23rd January at the Harrogate Convention Centre. Visitors can expect to see the Sandfiller, Sandspreader and Combiseeder on display at […]

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Lucy Nicholls

A record-breaking SALTEX 2019

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A record-breaking SALTEX 2019: SALTEX (Sports Amenities Landscaping Exhibition) once again proved to be the industry’s showcase event with over 500 brands on display and a record-breaking 9,104 visitors in attendance. As soon as the doors opened on the first day of the show there was an electric atmosphere with groundscare enthusiasts swarming into the […]

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Tony Hawkins

Big turn out for Ariens at SALTEX

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Big turn out for Ariens at SALTEX: AriensCo returned to Saltex this year with several professional zero-turn models from their range, including the new ZENITH 60 mower. The company says the show was exceptional for its number of visitors to their stand and the quality of the leads taken, which will be passed on to […]

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Mike Isherwood

Bobcat presents new telescopic loaders

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Bobcat presents new telescopic loaders: The top-of-the-range TL43.80HF Agri telescopic loader will be shown for the first time on the Doosan Bobcat Stand No 17.310 in Hall 17 at the LAMMA agricultural machinery show in Birmingham in the UK from 7-8 January 2020. Bobcat will also show the TL30.60 model, which with the TL43.80HF is […]

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Scott Grieve

PSD hail successful SALTEX

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PSD hail successful SALTEX: PSD Groundscare are hailing this year’s Saltex a “huge success”, reporting more visitors to the stand than ever before. Customers, prospects and the media were given the opportunity to view a fantastic range of innovative, time-saving solutions to assist with a host of landscaping requirements from leading industry names. Taking centre […]

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Lucy Nicholls

First school grounds seminar a success

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First school grounds seminar a success: A recent school grounds seminar held at Charterhouse in Surrey has been hailed a huge success by all who attended. The event attracted over 50 delegates from all levels as several topical issues were explored and discussed. Supported by prominent suppliers and manufacturers in the industry – ICL, Limagrain […]

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Hannah Clarke

EGO saws to the top at SALTEX

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EGO saws to the top at SALTEX: EGO, the cordless specialists, revealed new additions to its 2020 range at SALTEX last week. New products were revealed on its stand, giving landscapers, facilities managers and groundscare professionals the first sneak peek at what it has to offer going into 2020. The brand displayed its new 42cm […]

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Peter Driver

Successful SALTEX for Price Turfcare

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Successful SALTEX for Price Turfcare: “SALTEX just gets better and better for us”, says Rupert Price, Managing Director of Ventrac’s UK distributor Price Turfcare. “For the past two years we’ve been coming to the event with the intention of raising the profile of the Ventrac brand, but this year there was a significant change. Visitors […]

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Puja Kotecha

SALTEX success for Muck-Truck

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SALTEX success for Muck-Truck: If you weren’t at Saltex last week you really missed out on new and innovative products from fantastic brands. The one that really caught our eye was Muck-Truck’s recently developed Power Barrow.  Did we mention it was electric? The new electric wheelbarrow is battery operated and there is no need for […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Fusion Media’s Successful SALTEX

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Fusion Media’s Successful SALTEX: Fusion Media is celebrating a hugely successful SALTEX 2019 after representing a record number of exhibitors at the show as well as carrying out a year-long strategic marketing campaign on behalf of the event itself which resulted in a record-breaking number of visitors. Fusion Media is an award-winning, full-service marketing and […]

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Peter Driver

Turf Maintenance Live a success

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Turf Maintenance Live a success: Although the second day was plagued with heavy rain, this did not deter visitors to Turf Maintenance Live, held at St Albans School’s Woollam Playing Fields, on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 October. Over 130 delegates visited the event to see an eclectic mix of equipment that the 10 manufacturers […]

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Tony Hawkins

Armorgard arrives in strength at SALTEX

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Armorgard arrives in strength at SALTEX: Armorgard is a  leading innovator for solutions that improve safety, productivity and efficiency. The selection of products at Saltex represents the Armorgard range of unique engineered tool vaults, van boxes, site boxes and other site storage. Every product is exclusive to Armorgard and built on a strong foundation of […]

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Tony Hawkins

Foamstream from Weedingtech at SALTEX

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Foamstream from Weedingtech at SALTEX: Foamstream is the leading herbicide-free alternative used across the world for effective weed, moss and algae control. This ecologically safe, simple, patented process works by killing unwanted vegetation using heat delivered by near-boiling water, insulated by a biodegradable foam made from natural plant oils and sugars. Organisations looking to reduce […]

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Mark Harrison

SALTEX product launch from Ryetec

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SALTEX product launch from Ryetec: It’s here, The ROBOFOX ELECTRA fully electric remote controlled flail mower with the power and performance of an engine driven machine but without all the noise, fumes and environmental contamination thanks to an innovative battery & drive system and the complete absence of any hydraulic system. The ROBOFOX ELECTRA features […]

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Beth Williams-Nichols

AMIA and Exeter City to host demo day

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AMIA and Exeter City to host demo day: Agri Market Insight & Access based in Devon, are the exclusive distributors for the UK and Ireland of Selvatici Amenity Machinery. The range of machinery offered by Italian Manufacturer Selvatici includes the Aeroking Vertical Drainage Aerators and the Sandqueen Sand Dispensers. On the 31st October 2019 AMIA, […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SISIS set for SALTEX

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SISIS set for SALTEX: Long-term SALTEX exhibitor SISIS will be bringing their expertise and a selection of their renowned product range to this year’s show. For over 80 years SISIS has been designing and manufacturing a range of professional groundcare equipment which is ideal for the maintenance of sports and amenity turf and artificial playing […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Leading MM seed mixtures at SALTEX

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Leading MM seed mixtures at SALTEX: Limagrain UK, one of the world’s largest seed companies will be showcasing its impressive range of grass seed mixtures, including the market leading MM60 and MM50 on their stand at SALTEX 2019. MM is one of the most respected brands in the UK sportsturf and amenity industries and is […]

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Amy Stinton

Bayer’s new weed control solution at SALTEX

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Bayer’s new weed control solution at SALTEX: The recent addition of Roundup® to Bayer’s amenity portfolio complements their new residual herbicide Valdor® Flex and provides contractors with the complete package when it comes to weed control. Lewis Blois, Bayer national account manager, says the team will be on hand at SALTEX to talk about the […]

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Peter Driver

Turf Maintenance Live Registration Deadline

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Turf Maintenance Live Registration Deadline Approaching: Over 130 delegates have already registered for Turf Maintenance Live, the annual showcase of turf maintenance equipment from leading manufacturers and distributors, which is being held at the Woollam Playing Fields, Harpenden Rd in St. Albans on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 October. Delegates who have already registered and […]

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Cassie Maxfield

First 6” turntable chipper from Jensen

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First 6” turntable chipper from Jensen: What is believed to be the world’s first 6” turntable woodchipper will be launched and on display at SALTEX this month, from the worlds original woodchipper manufacturer, Jensen. Found on stand H190, visitors to the show are welcomed to come and see the new A530L turntable model for themselves […]

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Lucy Nicholls

New Dennis range at SALTEX

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New Dennis range at SALTEX: Dennis Mowers will be unveiling a new and exciting range of mowers when the show opens its doors at the NEC, Birmingham on October 30 and 31. Although product details are being kept tightly under wraps, the Dennis stand at SALTEX (E070) is set to be the hub of groundscare […]

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Rigby Taylor Innovation at SALTEX

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Rigby Taylor Innovation at SALTEX: As Rigby Taylor celebrates a century of supply and support to the sports turf and amenity industry, innovation is once again the key word for the company’s presence at SALTEX. The launch of Remediact, a concentrated, liquid microbial Bio-remediation product has shown superb results in mitigating the damage caused by […]

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AMS Contractors Invest in Shelton Universal

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AMS Contractors Invest in Shelton Universal: Chichester based AMS Contractors Ltd were the first to invest in the latest machine from Lincolnshire based drainage experts Shelton Drainage Ltd after a visit to the BTME in January where Shelton launched the machine onto the market. The 6 Tonne Universal Sand and Gravel Hopper has been designed to give […]

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CharmianRobson

Intelligent Marking’s Unrivalled Accuracy At SALTEX

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Intelligent Marking’s Unrivalled Accuracy At SALTEX: Intelligent Marking will be exhibiting the industry-leading Intelligent One (IO) robotic line marker on stand G085 at SALTEX 2019. The IO is the leading robotic line marker in the industry for accuracy, labour saving and productivity. Intelligent Marking is the only company to provide a base station with their […]

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Grow Lights For Schools & Local Clubs

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Grow Lights For Schools & Local Clubs: SGL is introducing a brand new grow lighting product line which makes grow lights possible for sports clubs who never had the budget before. With the SGL Basic line they aim to enable grass quality improvements in different layers and levels of sport. This will lead to better […]

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Rebecca Callaghan

13 BASIS CPD Points On Offer In October

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13 BASIS CPD Points On Offer In October: October poses a bumper month for BASIS members to collect amenity CPD points at leading industry events. Those attending this year’s Amenity Forum Conference and the two-day SALTEX event have the opportunity to collect a total of 13 BASIS CPD points for event attendance and participating in […]

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ISEKI To Exhibit At SALTEX

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ISEKI To Exhibit At SALTEX: ISEKI is excited to be showcasing two new models of compact tractors this year at SALTEX alongside our exceptional mower range. The new TXGS24 is replacing the exceptionally popular TXG237, the ultimate multi-purpose groundscare compact tractor.  Fitted with new accessories, ergonomic controls and refreshed design plus the addition of a […]

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Mix Business With Pleasure At SALTEX

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Mix Business With Pleasure At SALTEX: If you’re heading to Saltex 2019, you’re probably planning to talk turf, ogle new kit and perhaps grab a drink or two along the way. Scott Brooks (Head of Grounds and Estate, St. George’s Park) and Karl McDermott (Head Groundsman, Lord’s) will be taking part in a live Q&A […]

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GKB To Top All At SALTEX

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GKB To Top All At SALTEX: The GKB Top-Clean is a full mechanic, self-driven machine that removes all kind of dirt from the top of a synthetic pitch, from cigarettes, leaves and papers to plastic bottles. This machine can easily be connected to almost every tractor by using a standard three-point hitch or electric drawbar. […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey To Launch AllTrec Tool Carrier

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Campey To Launch AllTrec Tool Carrier: Campey Turf Care Systems will be exhibiting the new AllTrec Tool Carrier for the first time on stand C050 at SALTEX 2019. The Dutch made machine is 100% electric and can be used with either the cutting deck, weed brush, hedge trimmer or weed killer attachments. Because it is […]

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Cricket Groundcare Award Winners

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Cricket Groundcare Award Winners: A fabulous presentation day, at Lord’s, was enjoyed by all the winners of the Cricket World and Turf Matters Cricket Groundcare Awards 2019. The group gathered in the Tavern Stand for the Presentation, which was attended by Chris Wood ECB Pitch Advisor, – Karl McDermott MCC Head Groundsman at Lord’s (a […]

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Billy Warke

Groundsman Exhibit At SALTEX 2019

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Groundsman Exhibit At SALTEX 2019: GROUNDSMAN INDUSTRIES were established in 1990, based in Co. Antrim N. Ireland they specialise in the Design and Manufacture of Turf Aerators, Turf-sod Multi Cutters and Sub-surface Irrigation Pipe Insertion Machines distributing around the world. Groundsman will be presenting this unique range of products on Stand K078 at the SALTEX […]

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Michelle Beck

Wildflower Turf To Debut Products

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Wildflower Turf To Debut Products: Two innovative new products have just been released by leading UK wild flower specialists, Wildflower Turf Ltd; Meadowscape Pro™ and Wildflower Turf® Finisher. After several years of research and product testing the Hampshire-based business has announced the launch of Meadowscape Pro™, an enhanced growing medium used by landscape professionals for […]

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New Lighting Range From SGL

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New Lighting Range From SGL: The brand new BU grow lighting range makes grow lights possible for sports clubs that never had the budget before. Our goal is to enable high quality grass growth for everyone, and due to advanced engineering and clever production, that day has come. The BU products stand for low investment […]

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Case IH To Showcase Sub-130 hp Range

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Case IH To Showcase Sub-130 hp Range: Leading agricultural machinery manufacturer, Case IH, will be exhibiting at SALTEX 19 – the premier event for the sports, amenities and landscaping trades. The brand, which has been producing agricultural machinery for more than 175 years, produces a range of tractors from 55hp to 692hp, with the 55hp […]

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John Deere Launch New Battery Mower

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John Deere Launch New Battery Mower: John Deere is launching its first commercial electric battery powered walk-behind rotary mower at Saltex 2019 at the NEC in October. The new PRO 43B not only produces zero emissions, but also offers intuitive handling, fast charging and a high level of operator comfort. It is designed to enable […]

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Tyre-Line At SALTEX 2019

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Tyre-Line At SALTEX 2019: Tyre-Line will again be exhibiting at this year’s SALTEX show at the NEC Birmingham, stand D082, bringing their extensive knowledge and product portfolio to the UK’s Premier Turf Management exhibition. Aftermarket Tyres, Wheels & Specialist Services Tyre-Line’s Aftermarket sales and support division pride themselves on their vast knowledge and extensive experience […]

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New Offering From Belchim

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New Offering From Belchim: Belchim Crop Protection has significant experience in the industrial and amenity markets, particularly in the weed control sector via the market leading broad-spectrum residual active ingredient flazasulfuron, sold as Chikara® Weed Control and Katana®.  A new offering from Belchim in the amenity market is Katoun® Gold containing 500g/L pelargonic acid. (MAPP […]

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CharmianRobson

Unrivalled Accuracy From Intelligent Marking

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Unrivalled Accuracy From Intelligent Marking: Intelligent Marking will be exhibiting the industry-leading Intelligent One (IO) robotic line marker on stand G085 at SALTEX 2019. The IO is the leading robotic line marker in the industry for accuracy, labour saving and productivity. Intelligent Marking is the only company to provide a base station with their robot […]

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Dani Bond

Razorback Launch New Flail Mowers

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Razorback Launch New Flail Mowers: British manufacturer, Razorback Ltd, headed by Martin Lole, a well-known industry figure with a proven track record in engineering innovative solutions, exhibits their range of vegetation management equipment at Saltex 2019. Alongside the manufacturers Auto-Level 550 reach mower and RT 500 wing mower the company will be launching their new […]

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Lucy Nicholls

New Products From ICL At SALTEX

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New Products From ICL At SALTEX: ICL provides a wide variety of products for turf, landscape and industrial areas.  Visitors to stand K030 will be able to find out more about Lockstar, a new residual, pre-emergent herbicide that controls a broad spectrum of weeds. Elsewhere on the SALTEX show floor, ICL’s International Technical Manager Dr. […]

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Molly Spring

Harrod Sport’s 16th Year At SALTEX

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Harrod Sport’s 16th Year At SALTEX: For the 16th year, Harrod Sport will be exhibiting at SALTEX Exhibition at the NEC. We are proud to be involved in the biggest show for turf and ground’s care, and so excited to showcase all the new products which have been launched in the past year. Along with […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Pellenc To Launch 4 New Products

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Pellenc To Launch 4 New Products: Pellenc UK has chosen SALTEX 2019 to launch four new battery-powered hand tools on their new stand location C085. Full details are being kept under wraps until the show opens on 30th October at the NEC Birmingham, but visitors will be excited to hear that a new pedestrian mower […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Sherriff At SALTEX 2019

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Sherriff At SALTEX 2019: New organic, chemical-free biochar products and an upgraded award-winning turf management app will be showcased on the Sherriff Amenity stand (E060) at SALTEX 2019. On the first day of SALTEX 2018, Sherriff Amenity’s ground-breaking new app, PrecisionPro, was announced as the winner of the second, annual SALTEX Innovation Award. In the […]

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Juliet Liddell

Revised Highway 3 From Ransomes Jacobsen

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Revised Highway 3 From Ransomes Jacobsen: Ransomes Jacobsen will be showcasing the revised model of the Highway 3 triple cylinder mower on stand H090 at SALTEX 2019.  The lightweight mower is popular in the commercial market and is well known for its high work rate, slope stability and manoeuvrability. To increase the mower’s already impressive […]

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Herbatech Launch New Website

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Herbatech Launch New Website: On the occasion of its twenty-fifth anniversary, Herbatech launches the new website HERBATECH.com which aims to represent Herbatech digital business card in the International turf business community. Edited by Marco Guarino, Web Master for SicyBit, the graphic line chosen for the portal is linear, minimal and clean, consistent with the evolution […]

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GrassMaster Solutions By Tarkett Sports

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GrassMaster Solutions By Tarkett Sports: GrassMaster Solutions, the hybrid grass division of Tarkett Sports, continues to lead the hybrid sports grass industry since 1989. Their expertise has been used on more than 750 pitches worldwide of which 16 are football clubs within the English Premier League. During the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France, […]

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Demon’s Battery Pressure Washers At SALTEX

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Demon’s Battery Pressure Washers At SALTEX: Demon International are one of the leading manufacturers in the UK of industrial pressure washers and the leading company for innovation. Over the last 5 years Demon have introduced a range of new pressure washers to meet the needs of the market. Over the last few years as emission […]

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Price Turfcare Increase SALTEX Presence

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Price Turfcare Increase SALTEX Presence: Price Turfcare, the UK and Ireland distributor of the Ventrac multi-implement compact tractor and Ryan turf maintenance equipment, is returning to SALTEX with a larger stand and more products on display. Founded by Ransomes Jacobsen’s former sales director, Rupert Price, in January 2017, the company has come a long way […]

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Germinal’s Anti-Stress Fertiliser

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Germinal’s Anti-Stress Fertiliser: No matter how naturally resistant a grass cultivar is to diseases such as fusarium, an unhealthy or nutrient deficient sward won’t be able to withstand the disease pressures associated with the onset of wetter and colder autumn conditions.  Greenkeepers are therefore advised to remember that feeding the sward goes beyond applying the […]

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SCH To Sponsor IOG Award

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SCH To Sponsor IOG Award: For the second consecutive year, SCH (Supplies) Ltd will be sponsoring the IOG Best Managed Artificial Surface Industry Award instead of keeping stand space. The choice to sponsor again follows the success of last year’s Industry Awards and is especially appealing as it allows key members of staff to stay […]

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EGO To Showcase Zero-Emission Products

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EGO To Showcase Zero-Emission Products: Providing lawn care professionals with petrol-matching power and zero emissions, EGO and its industry leading Arc Lithium 56v battery technology will once again be exhibiting at leading turf management event, SALTEX, from 30th to 31st October in Birmingham. Aiming to show grounds care volunteers and professionals smarter solutions to power through gardening […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Mansfield Sand’s Innovative Range At SALTEX

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Mansfield Sand’s Innovative Range At SALTEX: Mansfield Sand will feature a wide range of innovative products for sports, landscaping and equestrian uses on stand E195 at SALTEX 2019. Pioneers in the development and production of premium quality silica sand-based products for over 170 years, Mansfield Sand is the market leader in supplying to some of […]

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Lucy Nicholls

New Products From Etesia At SALTEX

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New Products From Etesia At SALTEX: Etesia will be launching three new products on their new stand number E085 at IOG SALTEX 2019. The new products will include a ride-on mower, the new facelift Attila brushcutters and electric wheelbarrow. Full details will be announced on the first day of the show on 30th October. Also […]

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Lucy Nicholls

KAR To Launch Hunter TTS Rotors

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KAR To Launch Hunter TTS Rotors: KAR UK is set to unveil a unique range of new Hunter TTS rotors at SALTEX 2019. KAR UK – the leading wholesaler of irrigation equipment in the UK, will be situated on stand E053 at SALTEX 2019 and visitors can expect to find out more about a wide […]

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Rosie Duckworth

Toro’s New Outfront Rotary Range

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Toro’s New Outfront Rotary Range: New to Reesink Turfcare’s product lineup and launching at SALTEX 2019 are two outfront rotary mowers from Toro’s next-generation GM3000 series for 2020. Bringing a unique balance of productivity, durability and value to the UK’s groundscare customers, the new machines are being called the next generation of outfront rotary mowers […]

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Madeleine Read

STIHL To Highlight Pro Products At SALTEX

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STIHL To Highlight Pro Products At SALTEX: STIHL will be showcasing an array of new products at this year’s Saltex exhibition, the UK’s largest event for the grounds care sector, offering professional users more options than ever before to tackle the toughest jobs. Taking centre stage will be a preview of STIHL’s new RMA 765 […]

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Louise Challiss

INFINICUT Set To Showcase SM34

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INFINICUT Set To Showcase SM34: Visitors to stand H075 at SALTEX will be some of the first to see the brand new SM34 Rotary Mower from INFINICUT®. Swiftly settling into the INFINICUT® stable alongside the renowned range of fixed and floating head cylinder mowers, the SM34 has set a new industry standard for rotary cut […]

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Louise Challiss

DLF’s Wildflower And Winter Mixtures

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DLF’s Wildflower And Winter Mixtures: Sports, Lawn and Wildflower seed will all be under the spotlight as DLF Seeds return to SALTEX. The technical team will be on hand to provide mixture advice across the Johnsons Sports Seed and Masterline ranges, but also, visitors to stand J100 will have the chance to win innovative tools […]

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Louise Challiss

Tools Of The Trade With Charterhouse At SALTEX

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Tools Of The Trade With Charterhouse At SALTEX: After launching to much acclaim earlier in the year, the OxyShot will be taking centre-stage on the Charterhouse Turf Machinery stand at SALTEX 2019. Suitable for use on a variety of sports surfaces, visitors to stand K070 will see how the air-injection unit can relieve compaction, improve […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Issues Tackled At Learning LIVE

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Issues Tackled At Learning LIVE: A number of key industry experts will be uniting to collaboratively tackle the biggest issues facing the groundscare environment at SALTEX 2019, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham on October 30 and 31. Learning LIVE, SALTEX’s all-encompassing and free-to-attend education programme will take place in four dedicated seminar theatres […]

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Tony Hawkins

The Turfix Pitch At SALTEX

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The Turfix Pitch At SALTEX: Turfix, The Pitchmark Group subsidiary formed at the beginning of 2019, will be exhibiting at Saltex this year with the latest products and developments. Turfix acts as Pitchmark’s UK distribution arm, offering premium pitch solutions to the professional sports turf sector. The service includes bespoke advice, education and supply of […]

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Tony Hawkins

True Grit At SALTEX

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True Grit At SALTEX: Wessex International have chosen Saltex as the venue for the launch of PolarOne, their new range of professional salt and grit spreaders for winter maintenance.   Built in the UK to take on the harshest winter conditions, the spreader is constructed using stainless steel components and fixings together with powder coating […]

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Tony Hawkins

ECHO Brings Innovation To SALTEX

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ECHO Brings Innovation To SALTEX: ECHO will be showcasing a range of new commercial products for groundscare and landscaping professionals at this year’s Saltex. The ECHO X Series represents a line of products with performance unlike anything else. The foundation of the X Series is understanding professional needs and applying this with powerful, lightweight products […]

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Tony Hawkins

AriensCo Confirm SALTEX Launch

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AriensCo Confirm SALTEX Launch: AriensCo will be exhibiting their complete range of zero-turn mowers at Saltex 2019. On display will be the IKON-X, APEX and the all-new ZENITH for professionals, together with the ZOOM domestic zero-turn. The Ariens IKON X is a tough, durable zero-turn packed with commercial quality features. Built with a tubular steel […]

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Val Graham

Register For Turf Maintenance Live

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Register For Turf Maintenance Live: Registration continues for Turf Maintenance Live, the annual showcase of turf maintenance equipment from leading manufacturers and distributors, which is being held at the Woollam Playing Fields, Harpenden Rd in St. Albans on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 October. Entrance to the event, now in its fifth year, is free […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SISIS Heading To FSB 2019

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SISIS Heading To FSB 2019: SISIS will be exhibiting at FSB Cologne, Germany from 5-8 November 2019 where the British manufacturer will be showcasing a range of market leading turf maintenance equipment for synthetic surfaces. Visitors to the exhibition will able to locate SISIS in hall 10.2, Aisle A, Stand No. 038, and will have […]

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Tony Hawkins

Ecogreen Screener To Launch At SALTEX

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Ecogreen Screener To Launch At SALTEX: King Feeders UK are pleased to announce the launch of their new Ecogreen compact mobile screener at Saltex 2019 in October. A real breakthrough for landscaping and contracting groundscare businesses requiring compost and woodchip screening on the move, the screener can be legally towed behind a typical 4×4 pick-up, […]

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Tony Hawkins

Major Rollermower To Debut At SALTEX

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Major Rollermower To Debut At SALTEX: Phil Cole at Cotswold Turf Care knows a good mower when he sees one. “The MAJOR Swift is a great performer and always leaves an excellent finish,” Phil nods approvingly. He’s been maintaining the grounds at Cirencester Park Polo Club for nearly 30 years so is particular that the […]

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Robbie Hayter

Net World Sports SALTEX Preview

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Net World Sports SALTEX Preview: Join the sporting rebellion and visit Net World Sports on stand C107 at Saltex 2019. Grab your free drink, hit the highest score on the boxing machine to win prizes and grab your discount code to save 10% off all our products online at www.networldsports.co.uk Have a chat with our […]

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Natalie St Hill

AMS Gear Up For SALTEX

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AMS Gear Up For SALTEX: Visitors to this year’s SALTEX exhibition will have a unique opportunity to get to see Belrobotics automated mowers and ball collector, along with the AMS ball wash and transportation system. AMS Robotics, the UK’s official distributors for Belrobotics robots, is excited to bring the innovative robotic mowers and ball picker […]

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Val Graham

New Agria Launches At SALTEX

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New Agria Launches At SALTEX: Agria UK is a new sister company to Wiedenmann UK and introduces two unique hybrid remote-controlled rotary mulching mowers at Saltex. Agria was established near Stuttgart over 70 years ago. Originally for agriculture, it changed paths to cover soil cultivation, green space maintenance and pavement cleaning. Still prominent in these […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Lawn Care Legends Back At SALTEX

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Lawn Care Legends Back At SALTEX: The Lawn Care Legends networking event for landscapers and gardeners will be returning to SALTEX 2019 – which takes place on 30 and 31 October at the NEC, Birmingham. The Legends will be back in full force and will be even bigger with hundreds of attendees expected and over […]

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Colin Hoskins

Finalists For IOG Awards Confirmed

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Finalists For IOG Awards Confirmed: The finalists have been announced for this year’s prestigious Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) Industry Awards which acknowledge the passion, dedication and challenges faced by grounds staff, volunteers and professionals across all levels of sport. This year’s finalists, including some international entries, for the awards are: IOG Toro Most Promising Sports […]

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Alicia Thompson

GKB To Attend SALTEX 2019

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GKB To Attend SALTEX 2019: GKB are delighted to confirm that they will be attending Saltex Turf Management Show 2019. This year’s show takes place at the NEC Birmingham from the 30th to 31st October 2019. With an impressive line-up of turf machinery on display, from brushing and cleaning artificial turf to tackling surface drainage, […]

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Grace Grieve

PSD’s Landscaping Solutions At SALTEX

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PSD’s Landscaping Solutions At SALTEX: PSD Groundscare are giving visitors to Saltex the opportunity to view a fantastic range of innovative, time-saving solutions to assist with a host of landscaping requirements including the launch of the next evolution in green waste shredding from innovative Belgium manufacturer Eliet, that follows the proven Eliet shredding principle and […]

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Madeleine Read

STIHL’s Pro Products At SALTEX

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STIHL’s Pro Products At SALTEX: STIHL will be showcasing an array of new products at this year’s Saltex exhibition, the UK’s largest event for the grounds care sector, offering professional users more options than ever before to tackle the toughest jobs. Taking centre stage will be a preview of STIHL’s new RMA 765 V PRO […]

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David Snowden

Agronomic’s Return To SALTEX

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Agronomic’s Return To SALTEX: Agronomic’s will be highlighting their disease prevention packages, enabling Turf Managers to reduce their fungicide applications. David Snowden of Agronomic Services Ltd says, “this is a win win situation for the environment and for the customer’s budgets, particularly with the restrictions on fungicides”. He continues “Floratine products have been prescribing plant […]

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Peter Hill

Landini Tractors Back At SALTEX

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Landini Tractors Back At SALTEX: Landini tractors new to the turf management and groundscare sectors will feature at this year’s Saltex event on October 30/31 at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham as manufacturer Argo Tractors raises the profile of its Italian marque. The compact and mid-range models are well-suited to turf care, grounds maintenance and […]

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Nick Hassell

ROBOCUT To Launch At SALTEX

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ROBOCUT To Launch At SALTEX: McConnel ROBOCUT’s have earned a reputation for performing in the toughest working environments. Now the company are set to expand the ROBOCUT range with the launch of the ROBOCUT RC28, a mower developed for fine turf applications where a light footprint and minimal surface disturbance is paramount. The ROBOCUT RC28 […]

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Peter Driver

New Exhibitors At Turf Maintenance Live

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New Exhibitors At Turf Maintenance Live: Two new companies, Agria UK and Price Turfcare, are exhibiting at Turf Maintenance Live in October, joining the established group that includes Ernest Doe & Sons, GKB Machines, Husqvarna UK, Iseki UK, Martin Lishman, Rigby Taylor, Wessex International and Wiedenmann UK. Registration is now open for this annual showcase […]

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Peter Driver

Register For Turf Maintenance Live

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Register For Turf Maintenance Live: Registration for this year’s Turf Maintenance Live event is now open. This showcase from the leading manufacturers and distributors of turf maintenance equipment is being held at the Woollam Playing Fields, Harpenden Rd in St. Albans on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 October. This year two new companies, Agria UK […]

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Rosie Duckworth

Reesink To Sponsor College Cup

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Reesink To Sponsor College Cup: Toro and Reesink Turfcare are delighted to announce they will be sponsoring the SALTEX College Cup 2019, managed by the Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG). The SALTEX College Cup is a student-led sports turf challenge, testing teams of students on their turf management knowledge with paper-based questions, a presentation and live […]

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Lucy Nicholls

ICL School Seminar A Success

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ICL School Seminar A Success: In what proved to be the hottest day of the year, the 2019 ICL Independent School Seminar, hosted at the illustrious Cheltenham College, saw a record-breaking number of attendees soak up a memorable day of knowledge, networking and first-class cricket. Over 70 turf professionals made their way to the historic […]

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Helen Waite

STRI Announces Event Partners

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STRI Announces Event Partners: STRI has announced the final event partners for STRI Research 2019 which takes place on 25 and 26 September at STRI UK in Bingley, West Yorkshire. The companies joining STRI’s team of global sport industry specialists are Airter, Aquatrols, Bayer, Headland Amenity, ICL, Sherriff Amenity and Syngenta. Each of these companies […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey To Exhibit At European Show

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Campey To Exhibit At European Show: Campey Turf Care Systems is set to take their Dakota, Air2G2 and Campey range of machines to National Grasdag, Belgium and Groen Techniek, Holland, in September. The 13th edition of National Grasdag is taking place in Pittem, West Flanders, on the 4th and 5th September with the introduction of […]

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Kate Hopkins

Amenity Forum At SALTEX 2019

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Amenity Forum At SALTEX 2019: The Amenity Forum has been invited to host a Question Time session at SALTEX in 2019 on the 30th October. This will be run on the lines of the television programme and this year’s panel included Dr. Dan Jones from Advanced Invasives, Peter Corbett from Rigby Taylor and Will Kay […]

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CharmianRobson

Two New Campey Launches

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Two New Campey Launches: Campey Turf Care Systems is set to introduce the Fleischmann Electric Five Deck Mower and Uni-Scratch to the American market at the Turfgrass Producers International (TPI) 2019 Summer Convention and Field Day. The three-day convention is being held in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and attendees will have the chance to visit some of […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Turf Science Lite A Success

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Turf Science Lite A Success: ICL and Syngenta recently held a successful series of Turf Science Lite events, which took place at Aston Villa FC’s stadium Villa Park, Slaley Hall Golf Club in Northumberland and Liverpool FC’s Academy facility in Kirkby. The series, which showcases the latest research information and technological innovations in turf agronomy, […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Innovation Award Back For 2019

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Innovation Award Back For 2019: SALTEX exhibitors are now able to submit their entries for the 2019 Innovation Award – allowing show visitors the chance to witness a stellar line-up of brand new products and services that are pushing the boundaries in groundscare innovation at the NEC, Birmingham on October 30 and 31. Since its […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Registration Open

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SALTEX Registration Open: Registration for this year’s SALTEX, Europe’s largest annual groundscare exhibition, is now open and visitors will notice some notable improvements to the registration process.  Visitor registration is an integral part of the customer journey and new for SALTEX 2019 event organisers have partnered with LiveBuzz – the largest registration specialist in the […]

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Colin Hoskins

Dan Walker To Host IOG Awards

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Dan Walker To Host IOG Awards: Tickets are now available for this year’s Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) Industry Awards, so book now to secure your place at the industry’s biggest celebratory event –  hosted by the BBC’s Dan Walker on Wednesday October 30 at The Vox, located in Resorts World at the Birmingham NEC, on […]

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Angelique Crosnier

Bernhard Launch Training Academy

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Bernhard Launch Training Academy: 11th June 2019 sees the launch of the Bernhard Academy at the company’s factory facilities in Haverhill, Suffolk. The Bernhard Academy is set to become a hub of knowledge for the turf industry and a centre promoting learning and development across the globe. In addition to promoting education to UK turf […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS Seminar Success

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Dennis & SISIS Seminar Success: Dennis & SISIS have completed another successful season of  seminars, with the insightful events welcoming over 500 attendees at various venues throughout the UK. Dennis & SISIS have, for a number of years, hosted free-to-attend educational seminars designed to educate groundstaff on a variety of topics associated with sports turf […]

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Dave Mears

The ClearWater Cup 2019

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The ClearWater Cup 2019: Bishopswood Golf Club was the venue for this year’s CourseCare Cup held recently when the South Coast Greenkeepers played the Wessex Managers. Bishopswood, a challenging 9 hole par 72 course receives very good reviews and 9 holes is certainly no indication of it being easy! Lee James and his greenkeeping team […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey Host Educational Tour

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Campey Host Educational Tour: Thirty-eight groundsmen from Denmark and Spain have spent three-days learning from some of the best turf professionals the United Kingdom has to offer on a Campey Turf Care Systems educational tour. The trip was arranged by Thomas Jorgensen, chairman of the Groundsman Association of Denmark, Campey’s Danish dealer, Havdrup Maskinforretning and […]

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Cassie Reid

Jensen Success At Arb Show

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Jensen Success At Arb Show: The team behind the UK distribution of Jensen woodchippers, the world’s first and original woodchippers developed in 1884, were delighted to host a stand at the 2019 Arb Show this month. With a prominent stand overlooking the entrance, Jensen woodchippers were on full display to several thousand visitors that attended […]

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Dr Minshad Ansari

Emergency Chafer Summit Held

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Emergency Chafer Summit Held: The Turf and Amenity industry united to declare that an integrated pest management (IPM) is need of the hour for Chafer and Leatherjacket control.  This was the conclusion of the sell-out Emergency Chafer and Leatherjacket Summit that took place on 9th May 2019 at Burton Albion Football, Staffordshire. With many chemicals […]

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Helen Waite

STRI Group Announce Open Day

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STRI Group Announce Open Day: STRI Group has announced that its annual research open days will take place on 25 and 26 September 2019. The event, which takes place at STRI’s UK research and development facility in Bingley, West Yorkshire, offers an opportunity for sport facility managers, owners, groundstaff and greenkeepers to learn about and […]

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Jake Smith

Engcon Host Big Dig Day

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Engcon Host Big Dig Day: Engcon, the world’s leading supplier of tiltrotators, welcomed excavator operators from across the UK to its first Big Dig Day of 2019. The event, which took place at Northamptonshire’s Wicksteed Park on the 26th and 27th of April and attracted nearly 100 visitors and their families, gave owner operators the […]

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Louise Challiss

BLEC Host Press Update Event

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BLEC Host Press Update Event: Three years on since the announcement was made that BLEC was to become a division of the Redexim Group, the press were recently invited to an update event at BLEC dealer Acorn Tractors in Derby. Hosted by Division Manager Curtis Allen, they heard in more detail how the new and […]

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Scott Grieve

TS Industrie Introduce Panther 56DS

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TS Industrie Introduce Panther 56DS: When purchasing a shredder it is important to source a machine that can process a diversity of green waste material as shredding very rarely involves wood alone. Besides mainly branches in winter, in autumn a lot of leafy and wet green waste needs to be cleared, in spring you have […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Eco Village New For SALTEX 2019

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Eco Village New For SALTEX 2019: New for 2019, SALTEX visitors can expect to experience the latest green technology in groundscare in a new area on the show floor, which is purely dedicated to environmentally-friendly products. The trend towards sustainable and environmentally-friendly practices in groundscare is gathering pace. Today, an increased number of grounds personnel, […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Lead Success For SALTEX Exhibitors

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Lead Success For SALTEX Exhibitors: Five months on from SALTEX 2018, exhibitors are continuing to report a high conversion rate from leads they generated at the NEC last year. SALTEX 2018 served up a show to remember at the NEC, Birmingham, with exhibitors hailing it as the most rewarding exhibition to date. Sales teams have […]

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Richard McKeever

Celebrate ‘Have a Field Day’ 2019

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Celebrate ‘Have a Field Day’ 2019: UK green space charity, Fields in Trust, is inviting people to take part in a national celebration of parks and green spaces on “Have a Field Day”, Saturday 6th July. Thousands of people across the UK will come together once again this summer for picnics with their friends and […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS Kick-Start Bowls Season

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Dennis & SISIS Kick-Start Bowls Season: In preparation for the new season, an overwhelming number of greenkeepers made their way to the recent Dennis and SISIS Bowling Green Maintenance Seminar, in order to gain advice and tips on best practice. The popular seminars, which are designed to educate greenkeepers on how to maintain and look […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey Announce Golf Demo Days

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Campey Announce Golf Demo Days: Campey Turf Care Systems have confirmed they will be holding two golf demonstration days at Clitheroe Golf Club (30th April) and Prestbury Golf Club (2nd May). Starting at 8.30am and finishing at 2pm, both days will include practical machinery demonstrations, environmental management, cylinder grinding and an introduction to Consolidate Turf. […]

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Jenna Kirkpatrick

Vincent Tractors To Host Demo Day

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Vincent Tractors To Host Demo Day: For the fourth year running Cornwall and Devon groundcare machinery supplier Vincent Tractors & Plant will be holding a Professional Groundcare Demo Day where visitors will be able to put the next generation of lawn mowers and chippers through their paces. The event takes place on Wednesday 10th April […]

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Puja Kotecha

BASF Support World Pest Day

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BASF Support World Pest Day: World Pest Day is coming up on June 6, and BASF, producers of the Nemasys range of pest control products, will be promoting the importance of pest management to gardeners, highlighting its value in protecting human and garden health, food quality and the environment. Nemasys grow five different nematodes at […]

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Colin Hoskins

Denmark Course Wins BTME Draw

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Denmark Course Wins BTME Draw: The winner of an Underhill AuditMaster Combo LT sprinkler performance test kit was announced at the recent BTME exhibition. Entrants into a draw were the attendees at a Rain Bird irrigation workshop ‘Understanding the maintenance and management of your irrigation system’, attended by over 32 golf course greenkeepers, and the winner […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Exhibitor Growth Continues

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SALTEX Exhibitor Growth Continues: Now in its 74th year, SALTEX is continuing to grow from strength to strength at the NEC. In fact, already 70 per cent of the SALTEX 2019 floorplan has been allocated with more than 180 SALTEX 2018 exhibitors returning. Over 40 of these exhibitors have increased the size of their stand […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS Seminar A Success

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Dennis & SISIS Seminar A Success: St. Albans School, Woollam Trust Playing Fields played host to the Dennis and SISIS Groundcare Seminar on Tuesday 19 February with delegates labeling the event a huge success. For a number of years, the Dennis and SISIS pre-season indoor seminars have toured up and down the country and have […]

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Steve Mitchell

CMAE MENA Launch First Series Of Seminars

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CMAE MENA Launch First Series Of Seminars: The recently formed Club Managers Association of Europe – Middle East & North Africa Region (CMAE MENA) is launching its first club education seminars with the support of John Deere. Communication expert Bill McFarlan will deliver three seminars in the Middle East this spring, one at Education City Golf […]

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Rosie Duckworth

Triple Toro Launch At BTME

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Triple Toro Launch At BTME: Reesink Turfcare brought visitors to BTME a Toro triple this year: three new launches – two on the machinery side and one for irrigation. And all three reflected what Toro does best – innovation. David Cole, managing director, says: “It was a first for us to have three launches at one […]

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Tony Hawkins

Turfix Launched At BTME

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Turfix Launched At BTME: With a stand theme of Your Turf Our Passion Pitchmark report a successful launch at BTME of Turfix, the newly formed subsidiary of The Pitchmark Group. “BTME 2019 was a huge success for Turfix, with lots of interest in our stand and new product ranges – particularly our range of ICL’s updated […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Exhibitors praise ‘Valuable’ SALTEX

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Exhibitors praise ‘valuable’ SALTEX: The SALTEX 2018 post-show survey has revealed that an overwhelming amount of exhibitors reported hugely successful business results with many claiming that it was the most valuable event to date. The 300 SALTEX exhibitors travelled from 18 countries to SALTEX 2018 with the majority being based in the UK. European exhibitors included […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS To Exhibit At GIS

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Dennis & SISIS To Exhibit At GIS: Dennis & SISIS will be at the San Diego Convention Center on February 6-7 to exhibit at GIS (Golf Industry Show) 2019. GIS is one of the largest dedicated golf shows in the world and offers everyone involved in the industry an opportunity to network, enhance their education and learn about the […]

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Peter Driver

BTME Success For Price Turfcare

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BTME Success For Price Turfcare: Price Turfcare, the UK and Ireland distributor of the Ventrac multi-implement compact tractor and Ryan turf maintenance equipment, certainly selected a prime position at the revamped BTME. Despite a few grumblings from some exhibitors about their location and subsequent footfall, the company’s Managing Director, Rupert Price was particularly upbeat, “We deliberately […]

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Louise Challiss

Charterhouse Launch OxyShot At BTME

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Charterhouse Launch OxyShot At BTME: Charterhouse Turf Machinery added the OxyShot into their aeration portfolio, launching the new machine at BTME 2019. Produced in response to industry demand for a machine similar to the popular ‘Robin Dagger’ air-injection unit, Charterhouse’s new machine promises to relieve compaction, improve drainage and revitalise growth. Ideal soil conditions should comprise […]

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Louise Amos

Aquatrols Launch FairWays Foundation

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Aquatrols Launch FairWays Foundation: Aquatrols used BTME as the platform to launch an exciting new venture to help promote and support conservation, stewardship and education throughout our industry. The FairWays Foundation launch event was well received and attended by over 100 delegates from all sectors of the industry across UK and Europe. The audience heard how […]

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Louise Challiss

New Headland Products At BTME

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New Headland Products At BTME: BTME 2019 saw the introduction of three new products from Headland Amenity to their range of speciality fertilisers and chemicals for golf and sports turf. The new additions include H-Cote and Protec Plus fertilisers and a triple-active selective herbicide, Columbus.    H-Cote controlled release fertilisers are a new range of mini-granular fertilisers, […]

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Izzy Cutler

TYM T393 Headlines At BTME

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TYM T393 Headlines At BTME: Having debuted at the show in 2018, the TYM T393 is not only back at BTME but headlining the TYM tractors stand after a successful launch year. With its perfect positioning to bridge the gap in the TYM line up from the compact utility range into the mid-duty range, the […]

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Izzy Cutler

Toro’s New Greensmaster 1021

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Toro’s New Greensmaster 1021: Bringing a new level of consistency to pedestrian mowing and launching on the Reesink Turfcare stand at BTME 2019 is Toro’s new Greensmaster 1021 with patent-pending features to improve the operator’s experience without affecting the quality of cut. Part of a new series of fixed-head pedestrian greens mowers, the 21-inch mower benefits […]

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Sarah Allin

Germinal Showcase ForeFront Mixture

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Germinal Showcase ForeFront Mixture: Germinal will be at BTME in Harrogate to showcase its ForeFront Greens grass seed mixture from 22nd to 24th January 2019. Containing a unique blend of three top-ranking bentgrass varieties, ForeFront Greens delivers the highest levels of disease and stress resistance.  It is rated for cutting heights down to 3mm and, with […]

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Tony Hawkins

Pitchmark Announce Launch Of Turfix

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Pitchmark Announce Launch Of Turfix: Pitchmark announces at BTME the exciting launch of Turfix, a newly formed subsidiary of The Pitchmark Group. Turfix will act as Pitchmark’s sole UK distribution arm, offering premium pitch solutions to the professional sports turf sector. This will include bespoke advice, education and the supply of a wide range of products […]

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Adam Lawrence

Busy Show Season For EcoBunker

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Busy Show Season For EcoBunker: Leading synthetic bunker edging solutions provider EcoBunker is getting ready for a busy few weeks as the winter trade show season approaches. EcoBunker will be exhibiting at the BTME show in Harrogate, England, next week, and then, two weeks later, at the Golf Industry Show in San Diego, California. Chief executive Richard […]

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Nicola King

idverde Brings Mixto To BTME

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idverde Brings Mixto To BTME: Visitors to this year’s BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) will have the opportunity to get their feet on the Mixto hybrid turf system. idverde, the UK’s exclusive supplier and installer of Mixto, is excited to bring the innovative sports surface to Europe’s leading exhibition for turf professionals and buyers, with a […]

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CharmianRobson

New Campey Machines At BTME

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New Campey Machines At BTME: Campey Turf Care Systems are set to reveal new machines at BTME 2019 on what will be the company’s biggest ever stand at the exhibition. As long-time exhibitors, Campey is excited by the layout changes and have used them to expand the size of their stand, display a wider range […]

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Chris Grayson

Husqvarna Innovation At BTME

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Husqvarna Innovation At BTME: Husqvarna, the world’s leading producer of forest, park and garden equipment returns to BTME this year, showcasing a range of new products and innovations from Tuesday 22 – Thursday 24 January 2019. Commercial battery and Automower® products will be on show alongside the latest updates to Husqvarna Fleet Services at stand 112 […]

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Rosie Duckworth

Toro’s New Launch At BTME

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Toro’s New Launch At BTME: Reesink Turfcare is launching a new Toro irrigation control system based on decades of engineering experience from Toro to deliver high speed diagnostics using rapid two-way communications at BTME 2019. Joining two Toro fine turf machinery launches, this irrigation control system makes it a Toro Triple for Reesink on stand 420 […]

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Velvit To Exhibit At BTME

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Velvit To Exhibit At BTME: BTME is set to be bigger and better this year, with new halls and a new floor plan, the increased space has tempted many exhibitors to increase the size of their exhibits and we are looking forward to an exciting show. We will be promoting Velvit Ltd. (a range of professional […]

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Ecosol Turfcare BTME Preview

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Ecosol Turfcare BTME Preview: Ecosol Turfcare Stand 265 Red Zone will be exhibiting the legendary Drill n Fill and Graden aerators. The Drill n Fill introduces a series of vertical drainage channels to a depth of 310mm which help water percolate off the grass surface and backfills with sand and soil amendment. It is unrivalled for […]

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Tony Hawkins

Landmark for Pitchmark

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Landmark for Pitchmark: Customers of Pitchmark and visitors to BTME are in for a major surprise in January 2019, says the company, who will be making a landmark announcement at the show. A family-run business founded in 2010, Pitchmark has built an unrivalled reputation with a vision of raising the standard of line marking and improving […]

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Ultra Soil Solutions Organic Success

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Ultra Soil Solutions Organic Success: As part of Ultra Soil Solutions Ltd development, we are proud to have been appointed UK distributors for ALN organic products, which we will be launching at BTME 2019 (stand 240 RED). Ultra Soil Solutions Ltd, are continually working to provide our customers with solutions in an increasingly difficult market. With […]

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True-Surface Return To BTME

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True-Surface Return To BTME: True-Surface® by Turfline will be returning to the BTME with their wide range of turf management equipment. You will find them Located in the Red Zone at booth 248A showcasing their patented line of Greens Care Collection as well as our industries only patented Selectable Vibratory Greens Roller. While you are at […]

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Kioti UK Show The Way

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Kioti UK Show The Way: Compact tractors for Golf is the speciality of the Kioti range. The main product on the Kioti stand at the BTME exhibition this year is the DK6010CH. This 3 range twin pedal hydrostatic model offers the operator excellent visibility and a high level of comfort and practical performance. The luxury […]

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Aquatrols Europe At BTME 2019

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Aquatrols Europe At BTME 2019: Aquatrols is the world leader in the development of cutting-edge soil surfactants and other speciality technologies that optimise soil : water : plant interactions and enhance the health of the growing environment in the sports turf, agricultural and horticultural markets. Would you like to optimise your water and operational inputs? Are […]

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Matt Mears

24 Years And Counting At BTME!

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24 Years And Counting At BTME!: It started back in 1995 when Highspeed showcased their new products at BTME in Harrogate. The company planned entering the turf maintenance sector, so BTME seemed the logical solution. Results from that first attendance 24 years ago exceeded expectations, generating excellent business. Every year the company exhibited at BTME and […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS Launch New Seminar

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Dennis & SISIS Launch New Seminar: Dennis & SISIS have confirmed the launch of an exciting new free-to-attend Groundcare Seminar, focusing on education for those involved in groundcare on a variety of sports turf topics. The seminar, which will take place at St. Albans School, Woollam Trust Playing Fields on Tuesday 19 February, is expected to […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey To Attend GIS 2019

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Campey To Attend GIS 2019: Campey Turf Care Systems will be attending the Golf Industry Show (GIS) 2019 in San Diego with Dakota and Air 2G2 GT Air Inject. The GIS is one of golf’s premier learning and networking events and representatives from Campey, Richard Campey, Ben Taylor and Dave Harrison, will be joining colleagues from […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Invasives Science Live A Success

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Invasives Science Live A Success: Invasives Science Live was recently attended by over 60 contractors and invasive weed eradication specialists, with the unique event showcasing the latest research and technological innovations in invasive weed control. The event, held in Cardiff, was hosted by ICL, Complete Weed Control and Green-tech in association with Advanced Invasives and provided education […]

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Tam Henderson

Barenbrug At BTME 2019

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Barenbrug At BTME 2019: Barenbrug, the UK’s biggest and most innovative grass seed producer, will be showcasing its range of industry-leading products and cultivars at BTME 2019. Barenbrug’s new stand will be located in the Green Hall; Stand 330.   The Barenbrug Sport range will feature #1 varieties Barolympic perennial ryegrass, Barlineus Chewings fescue and Charles browntop bentgrass in popular products such as […]

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Mark Sanderson

Syngenta To Exhibit At BTME

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Syngenta To Exhibit At BTME: Syngenta will be giving turf managers the opportunity to win a professional PAR light meter every day at BTME 2019 – to scientifically measure useable light reaching their surfaces, and to manage turf more effectively. To enter, turf managers simply need to register on the Syngenta stand – Purple Hall, 428 […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX 2018 Voted The Best Yet

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SALTEX 2018 Voted The Best Yet: The post-show visitor survey from SALTEX 2018 has revealed that an overwhelming amount of attendees believed the 2018 show was the best and most vibrant to date. SALTEX at the NEC, Birmingham has again proved to be the annual meeting place for the UK and European groundscare industries. Only at […]

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Izzy Cutler

BALI Award For John O’Conner

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BALI Award For John O’Conner: Award sponsors Toro and Reesink Turfcare, an official UK Toro distributor, are delighted to announce that John O’Conner Grounds Maintenance are the principle award winners for their sponsored Grounds Maintenance – Limited Public Access category, at the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) National Landscape Awards. John O’Conner were announced […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Glyphosate Roadshow A Success

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Glyphosate Roadshow A Success: Complete Weed Control’s glyphosate roadshow has been hailed as a huge success after the series of seminars offered vital guidance on the application of glyphosate to over 150 delegates throughout four UK locations. Glyphosate is the world’s most widely used herbicide and has been proven to be effective in controlling unwanted vegetation […]

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Izzy Cutler

Two Toro Launches At BTME

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Two Toro Launches At BTME: Reesink Turfcare are kicking off 2019 with the launch of two new Toro fine turf machines at BTME. Full details of both machines are being kept under wraps until the show, but what the company can reveal is that one takes a popular ride-on greens mower and makes it super quiet, […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS To Exhibit At STMA

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Dennis & SISIS To Exhibit At STMA: Dennis and SISIS will be heading to Arizona in January to showcase an all-star line-up of equipment at the 2019 Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) Conference and Exhibition, including the recently launched Dennis PRO 34R rotary mower and the Syn-Pro SVR 1500 synthetic turf cleaner. As Dennis and SISIS […]

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Lee

Apex Tools At BTME

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Apex Tools At BTME: In the industry compaction on greens has always been a problem and there have been many machines and technologies developed over the years to try and combat this. Using compressed air is not a new idea but the Apex GeoInjector allows maximum aeration and decompaction with minimal disruption. We don’t just scratch […]

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Madeleine Read

STIHL To Exhibit At Executive Hire Show

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STIHL To Exhibit At Executive Hire Show: STIHL will be attending the Executive Hire Show 2019 to showcase to the plant hire industry a range of its latest high performance professional lawn mowers.    The new professional lawn mowers on display, including the RM 756 GC, the RM 655 RS rear roller mower and the RM […]

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Mike Isherwood

Bobcat Products Star At EHS

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Bobcat Products Star At EHS: Doosan Bobcat is exhibiting on Stand I40 at the 2019 Executive Hire Show in Coventry, England from 6-7 February 2019. The company will be showing the very popular market-leading Bobcat E10 zero tail swing mini-excavator, now renamed the E10z, which this year has passed the landmark of 10,000 units sold around […]

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Tony Hawkins

GKB Expand BTME Stand Size

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GKB Expand BTME Stand Size: After successful shows in recent years, GKB Machines have taken a larger stand in one of the new halls at this year’s BTME to display more of their machinery range. The new Topair 120 being introduced at the show is based on the popular Topair 160 model, offering a smaller machine […]

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Rosie Duckworth

TYM T393 To Headline At BTME

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TYM T393 To Headline At BTME: The TYM T393 has been selected by distributor Reesink Turfcare to headline its TYM tractors stand at BTME because of its perfect positioning to bridge the gap in the TYM line up, from the compact utility range into the mid-duty range.  TYM sales manager, Steven Haynes, says: “The T393 was […]

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Lucy Nicholls

New ICL Products & Innovations At BTME

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New ICL Products & Innovations At BTME: ICL, who will be located at Stand 426 in the Purple Zone, will be showcasing a range of new products and innovative technologies at BTME 2019. Visitors to the stand can learn about the new and improved range of ProSelect grass seed mixtures which are ideal for golf […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Discover PrecisionPro At BTME

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Discover PrecisionPro At BTME: A visit to the Sherriff Amenity stand (110), located in the Blue Zone at BTME 2019, will offer attendees an opportunity to find out more about the award winning PrecisionPro app, which recently scooped the SALTEX 2018 Innovation of the Year Award. PrecisionPro, is a dedicated app for sports turf to measure any […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Improve Your Golf Course With Limagrain

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Improve Your Golf Course With Limagrain: Visitors to the Limagrain UK stand (140), situated in the Blue Zone at BTME 2019, can expect to see a range of market leading products that can significantly improve both the quality and aesthetics of a golf course. The demand and pressure placed on the modern day greenkeeper to produce […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS To Exhibit At BTME

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Dennis & SISIS To Exhibit At BTME: Dennis and SISIS will be exhibiting at BTME 2019 in Harrogate on a new stand, situated in the red zone on Stand 247. By visiting the Dennis and SISIS stand, greenkeepers, course managers and turf managers responsible for a wide range of various sports surfaces will get the […]

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CharmianRobson

Foley United To Exhibit At BTME

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Foley United To Exhibit At BTME: Foley United, represented by UK distributor ProSport UK Ltd, will be in Harrogate for BTME 2019, and will be demonstrating the ideal grinding combination for a fully automated workshop in Red Hall, Stand 248B, with the AccuPro 633 with AccuTouch 3 Control and 673 bedknife grinders. This professional grinding duo […]

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Madeleine Read

STIHL To Debut At BTME

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STIHL To Debut At BTME: STIHL will be heading to Harrogate to attend BTME 2019 for the first time and showcase its full range of grounds care products, including its new range of high performance professional lawn mowers.    The full range of STIHL’s new professional lawn mowers will be on display, including the RM 756 […]

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Louise Challiss

Charterhouse Return To BTME

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Charterhouse Return To BTME: A range of machines, in both green and red can be found in the purple zone at BTME in Harrogate, as Charterhouse Turf Machinery showcase their natural turf management portfolio on stand 432. Particular highlights will include a selection of machines from the Graden range, including the Z2R turf roller, which will […]

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Colin Hoskins

Rigby Taylor Centenary Celebrations

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Rigby Taylor Centenary Celebrations: Rigby Taylor will be making a major golf industry announcement at BTME in Harrogate to herald the start of a year of celebrations for the company’s 100-year anniversary.  While details of the exciting initiative in conjunction with BTME organiser BIGGA will be released at the show, there is a host of additional […]

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Peter Driver

Price Turfcare At BTME

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Price Turfcare At BTME: Price Turfcare will be returning to BTME for the third time in January, back to Harrogate where the company was officially launched back in 2017. Commenting on the first two years in business, Managing Director Rupert Price said, “A totally unbelievable couple of years since we launched the business back in […]

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Sarah Allin

Germinal To Showcase ForeFront At BTME

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Germinal To Showcase ForeFront At BTME: Germinal will be heading to the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) in Harrogate from 22nd to 24th January 2019, where it will be showcasing its ForeFront Greens grass seed mixture. Containing a unique blend of three top-ranking bentgrass varieties, ForeFront Greens delivers the highest levels of disease and stress resistance.  It […]

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Steve Mitchell

New John Deere Mower At BTME

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New John Deere Mower At BTME: Boasting the same advanced technology as John Deere’s award-winning A Model family of fairway, rough and trim & surrounds mowers, the new 6000A Series PrecisionCut fairway machines will be launched at BTME 2019 in Harrogate next January and will be available from UK and Irish dealers in the spring. Based […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Shapes The Future Of Groundscare

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SALTEX Shapes The Future Of Groundscare: From robotics to hybrid mowers and digital apps, ground-breaking ideas to thought provoking debates, career enhancing advice to limitless opportunities; the recent SALTEX 2018 at the NEC in Birmingham was a landscape packed with possibilities and prospects for the future of groundscare. Europe’s largest annual groundscare event featured 300 […]

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Val Graham

Wiedenmann To Exhibit At BTME

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Wiedenmann To Exhibit At BTME: Wiedenmann UK’s popular rough management duo,  the Super 500 and the Terra Rake,  give Wiedenmann Terra Spikes a run for their money when it comes to  greenkeepers’ wish list kit.  Fortunately all three machines will be well represented on stand Red 218 at BTME 2019. “For rough management, it’s the combination […]

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Peter Driver

Spider Show Slope Mower At SALTEX

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Spider Show Slope Mower At SALTEX: Visitors to the TH WHITE Machinery Imports stand at SALTEX in early November, were among the first in the UK groundscare industry to see an advanced protype of Dvorak-Spider’s new and compact slope mower, the Spider CROSSLINE. With its innovative and compact design, it complements the current Spider ILD01 and […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Sherriff Scoop Innovation Award

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Sherriff Scoop Innovation Award: On day one of SALTEX 2018 at the NEC, Sherriff Amenity’s ground-breaking new app, PrecisionPro, was announced as the winner of the second, annual SALTEX Innovation Award. Established at the show in 2017, the SALTEX Innovation Award was created to encourage innovation excellence and celebrate the best products within the groundscare industry. […]

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Rosie Duckworth

Toro ProCore 648 Headlines Stand At Jersey Skills Show

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Toro ProCore 648 Headlines Stand At Jersey Skills Show: The Playing Field Maintenance Sports division of States of Jersey has been so impressed with its new Toro ProCore 648 aerator that it made the machine the star of its stand at the Jersey Skills Show at Fort Regent in October. The division was attending the […]

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Admin

Stallion Success For CEuk At SALTEX

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Stallion Success For CEuk At SALTEX: Stallion telescopic polesaws from CEuk were one of the high-profile industry products on display at this year’s IOG Saltex held at the NEC Birmingham. Displayed to show the varying telescopic lengths of the polesaws they offered a wow factor to the CEuk stand, with Cutting-Edge founder Chris Gottfried able to […]

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Karl Hansell

BIGGA Members To Take Part In FTMI

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BIGGA Members To Take Part In FTMI: Each year Jacobsen, a Textron Golf brand, invites 20 ambitious greenkeepers to its headquarters in Ipswich to undertake high quality education designed to help them take the next step into golf course management. Each of the greenkeepers is a member of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association, which […]

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Scott Grieve

SALTEX Success For PSD Groundscare

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SALTEX Success For PSD Groundscare: PSD Groundscare, the leading distributor of professional groundscare machinery had a successful few days exhibiting at the NEC for Saltex 2018.  Specialists in supplying high quality and high performing equipment for use in groundscare and forestry management, PSD showcased a number of exciting new and existing innovative machines from market leading […]

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Helen Waite

Golf Environment Awards Finalists Announced

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Golf Environment Awards Finalists Announced: STRI is delighted to announce the finalists for the 2019 Golf Environment Awards (GEAs), recognising golf clubs and individuals that strive to undertake environmental best practice. Over 30 longlisted clubs were visited earlier in the year by STRI ecology consultants, Bob Taylor and Rowan Rumball, and painstakingly whittled down to 17 finalists, including one […]

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Cassie Reid

Machinery Imports Celebrate Successful SALTEX

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Machinery Imports Celebrate Successful SALTEX: The team from T H WHITE Machinery Imports were delighted to support the IOG and attend the 2018 SALTEX event again last week, held at the Birmingham NEC on 31st October and 1st November. The two-day exhibition was attended by over 300 exhibitors and several thousand visitors, with the Machinery Imports […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Glyphosate Roadshow Announced

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Glyphosate Roadshow Announced: A series of roadshow events have been announced by Complete Weed Control, designed to offer vital guidance for the amenity sector dealing with the application of glyphosate. The half day seminars will detail the latest information from Bayer regarding glyphosate as well as informative sessions dealing with the application of glyphosate for hard surfaces […]

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Emma Johansson

SALTEX Success For Hayter & Toro

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SALTEX Success For Hayter & Toro: Hayter, makers of high-quality mowers, and Toro, a global leader in turf and landscape maintenance equipment, saw another hugely successful year at SALTEX 2018. Following a fantastic response at the Show in 2017, the popular lawn care brands have returned to SALTEX to showcase new and exciting products for 2019, […]

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Neil Hancock

Simon Richard Range Attracts Attention

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Simon Richard Range Attracts Attention: A recent joint A-Plant and Land & Water event to showcase products available to the Environment Agency was used by Simon Richard Ltd, along with Loxston Groundcare to demonstrate the value of the Reform bank tractor, Muthing flail and Woods Equipment ranges. Simon Richard said, ‘’the event was a great opportunity […]

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Peter Driver

Show Success For Spider

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Show Success For Spider: Spider Slope Care, the Orlando-based distributor of Spider remote controlled mowers from Czech manufacturer, Dvorak, had a very successful show at the GIE+EXPO in Louisville, KY, in October. It’s not often these days that machines are sold at a show, but this happened on booth 7188 when a prospective customer saw the […]

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CharmianRobson

MJ Abbott Expertise At SALTEX

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MJ Abbott Expertise At SALTEX: Specialist contractor, MJ Abbott, are bringing their construction expertise to Saltex 2018 after a year of both large and small-scale projects.   As one of the UK’s leading specialist contractors to the sports turf industry MJ Abbott Limited, established in 1965, has developed its expertise in a wide range of products and […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Milton Jones To Perform At IOG Awards

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Milton Jones To Perform At IOG Awards: The 2018 IOG Industry Awards will feature several high achievers although it won’t include scheduled comedian Tom Allen – who regrettably now has filming commitments with the Great British Bake Off. No worries though, the IOG has signed up an incredible replacement, Milton Jones – the wild-haired ‘Prince […]

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Admin

Be Pitch Perfect with SCH

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Be Pitch Perfect with SCH: The pressure is on for sports ground professionals to create the perfect playing surface whilst sticking to a budget – not always an easy task. Artificial pitch care specialists SCH (Supplies) Ltd are delighted with the opportunity to sponsor the SALTEX 2018 Best Managed Artificial Surface award. As manufacturers of both […]

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Admin

Tyre-Line At SALTEX 2018

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Tyre-Line At SALTEX 2018: Tyre-Line will again be exhibiting at this year’s SALTEX show at the NEC Birmingham, stand D082, bringing their extensive knowledge and product portfolio to the UK’s Premier Turf Management exhibition. Being one of the of the UK’s leading Independent Tyre and Wheel specialists since 1984, Tyre-Line supply both the Original Equipment and […]

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Admin

T H WHITE To Launch New Models

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T H WHITE To Launch New Models: The brands Ferris, Wright, Spider and Jensen are synonymous in their sectors with high quality, innovation and problem solving. In 2018, the UK distributor T H WHITE Machinery Imports is delighted to be once again supporting the IOG and SALTEX, showcasing these four brands with an increased visibility at […]

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Admin

Rigby Taylor’s Interactive Experience

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Rigby Taylor’s Interactive Experience: Rigby Taylor will be announcing a number of exciting new product launches at SALTEX – to be viewed both on the stand and in the outside demonstration area: The TinyMobile – a next generation, fully autonomous pitch line marking GPS robot that’s faster, lighter, more flexible and more economical than anything available; […]

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Admin

Ransomes Turf Solutions At SALTEX

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Ransomes Turf Solutions At SALTEX: Ransomes, the Ipswich-based manufacturer of commercial mowing equipment, will be showcasing its full range of turfcare equipment on stand H090 at the NEC in Birmingham during SALTEX (31st October-1st November 2018). The equipment on display includes the newly launched Ransomes HM600 and Ransomes TR320, the successful Ransomes MP series and a […]

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Admin

Nufarm To Exhibit At The NEC

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Nufarm To Exhibit At The NEC: Whether it’s making sure your turf is looking its very best or keeping your other amenity areas clear of undesirable weeds, Nufarm aims to bring effective broad spectrum weed control to your amenity land. Whilst a global company, Nufarm has strong ties to the UK, having a global manufacturing site […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Innovation Award Finalists Announced

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Innovation Award Finalists Announced: The three finalists have been announced for the Innovation Award at SALTEX 2018, with Reesink Turfcare, Sherriff Amenity and McConnel competing to get their hands on the prize. After making its successful debut at last year’s show, the SALTEX 2018 Innovation Award attracted even more entries from various exhibitors across the globe and […]

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Admin

John Deere Revolutionary Technology

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John Deere Revolutionary Technology: Available in Europe from 2019 exclusively on John Deere’s ZTrak 900 Series commercial zero-turn rotary mowers, the new Michelin X Tweel Turf airless radial tyre means customers may never need to buy rear tyres for their zero-turn mowers again. Unlike traditional pneumatic tyres, the Michelin X Tweel Turf virtually eliminates tyre downtime […]

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Admin

New Hayter Products At SALTEX

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New Hayter Products At SALTEX: At this year’s SALTEX event at the NEC (National Exhibition Centre), visitors will find Toro, a global leader in garden and landscaping equipment, and Hayter, the name synonymous with British lawn mowing. Both the brands will be exhibiting a large range of products at SALTEX on stand E065 – including some […]

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Admin

EverEdge To Exhibit At SALTEX

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EverEdge To Exhibit At SALTEX: 500mm high with a 300mm base Corten® steel angle edging might not be an everyday product, but EverEdge can supply it along with just about any other sized steel edging imaginable.  From our ever popular Classic 1mtr range for gardens worldwide, to our 2.5mtr ProEdge range for driveways and paths and […]

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Admin

Air-Seal Products At SALTEX

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Air-Seal Products At SALTEX: Air-Seal Products Ltd has been successfully selling their range of high quality tyre sealants around the world for over eighteen years. Their ranges of sealants are widely used by grounds care maintenance companies, local authorities and various leisure activities. A single treatment can cost less than the full cost of one tyre […]

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Admin

Agripower – Good Grounding Since 1964

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Agripower – Good Grounding Since 1964: For expert advice on natural or synthetic sports pitch construction, drainage, irrigation, lake and reservoir construction please visit our stand  F187 at SALTEX 2018, Birmingham NEC. For upcoming projects speak to our team and book a no obligation site visit to you club, school, college or university. We look forward […]

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CharmianRobson

Intelligent Marking At SALTEX 2018

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Intelligent Marking At SALTEX 2018: Danish company, Intelligent Marking, is ready to introduce the world’s most advanced robotic line marker and it’s PROSTRIPE line of field paint to the sports turf industry at Saltex 2018 on stand CO10 and at the Live Demonstration area. The Intelligent One (IO) has led the field in accuracy, reliability and […]

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Patrick Desmond

Kioti UK SALTEX Preview

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Kioti UK SALTEX Preview: The Saltex Show 2018 marks another exciting step for the development of the Kioti range of products. There will be plenty of new models on show. First up is the new CS2220 mechanical transmission 21 horse power micro tractor. Powered by a 3 cylinder diesel engine with the highest cubic capacity for […]

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Lauren Goringe

First SALTEX For Case IH

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First SALTEX For Case IH: Leading agricultural machinery manufacturer, Case IH, will be exhibiting for the first time at the forthcoming SALTEX exhibition – the premier event for the sports, amenities and landscaping trades. The brand, which has been producing agricultural machinery for more than 175 years, produces a range of tractors from 55hp to 628hp, […]

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Richard Tyrrell

ISEKI To Exhibit At SALTEX

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ISEKI To Exhibit At SALTEX: ISEKI UK & Ireland will be exhibiting for the first time at SALTEX 2018 and will be displaying the established range of ISEKI compact tractors and ride-on professional mowers. On the stand will be the ISEKI SF450, a class leading out-front mower with a 1300 litre capacity collector, which can tip […]

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Sophie Moss

STIHL To Showcase New Pro Mowers

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STIHL To Showcase New Pro Mowers: This year at Saltex, the UK’s largest event for the grounds care sector, STIHL will be showcasing its collection of new professional mowers. The full range of STIHL’s new professional lawn mowers will be on stand, including the RM 756 GS and RM 756 YS, as well as the RM […]

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Admin

Velvit Return To SALTEX

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Velvit Return To SALTEX: Following the success of last year’s exhibition, Velvit is returning to Saltex (31st Oct – 1st Nov 2018) and will be featuring an exciting new range of Onyx granular biostimulant fertilisers. Onyx granules can be applied at any time throughout the growing season and will not scorch even in dry conditions. With […]

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Heidi Pletinck

GrassMaster’s Hybrid Solutions At SALTEX

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GrassMaster’s Hybrid Solutions At SALTEX: GrassMaster Solutions, the hybrid grass division of Tarkett Sports, continues to lead the hybrid sports grass industry since 1989. Their expertise has been used on more than 700 pitches worldwide of which 15 are football clubs within the English Premier League and 15 pitches used in past World Cup’s. The stitched […]

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David Snowden

Agronomics To ‘Perk Up’ SALTEX Visitors

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Agronomics To ‘Perk Up’ SALTEX Visitors: Customers visiting Agronomics on Stand F100 can enjoy a “Perk Up” energy drink to give them a boost whilst visiting the show. “Perk Up” energy drink will revive visitors to Saltex and is based on the clever Floratine foliar product “Perk Up” which is designed to perk up your sports […]

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Holly Luck

Demon At SALTEX 2018

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Demon At SALTEX 2018: Demon International are the leading UK manufacturers of high pressure cleaning equipment. Their revolutionary range of pressure washers will be on display at IOG Saltex 2018 including the Hurricane Combi Flat Surface cleaner. This award winning innovation combining the rotowash floor cleaner with a pressure washer, allowing the user to wash […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Plan Your SALTEX Visit

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Plan Your SALTEX Visit: SALTEX 2018 is fast approaching, and here is a reminder of everything you need to know ahead of Europe’s largest annual turf management event, taking place at Birmingham’s NEC on 31 October – 01 November. Firstly… 1. Register for FREE to get your ticket in advance and avoid the queues. 2. Plan your route. […]

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Nicola King

idverde Brings Mixto To SALTEX

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idverde Brings Mixto To SALTEX: idverde will be at this year’s SALTEX exhibition and visitors to the show will have a unique opportunity to get their feet on the Mixto hybrid turf system. idverde, the UK’s exclusive supplier and installer of Mixto, is excited to bring the innovative sports surface to the exhibition, with a stand […]

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Cassie Reid

Compact Spider Mower To Launch At SALTEX

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Compact Spider Mower To Launch At SALTEX: The name Spider is synonymous in the sector for innovative, industry-leading machinery that tackles even the most challenging terrain. Designed and built at high-tech premises in the Czech Republic by the team at Dvorak, Spider slope mowers are the only remote-controlled, robotic mowers in the world that offer zero-turn […]

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Chris Hindle

IBEA’s SALTEX Launch

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IBEA’s SALTEX Launch: Ibea are launching the all new 5370SB Professional Mulching mower at the upcoming SALTEX Exhibition on stand number K020 at the NEC in Birmingham on October 31st and November 1st. This mower is designed and built with professional contractors and councils in mind who want to cut grass fast without the need to […]

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New Holland’s Compact Tractors & Mini Excavator At SALTEX

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New Holland’s Compact Tractors & Mini Excavator At SALTEX: New Holland are heading to the NEC for SALTEX on 31st October and 1st November, and will showcase a selection of compact tractors ideal for grass and landscape management along with a mini crawler excavator from the construction range. Tractors New Holland Boomer tractors are compact, manoeuvrable […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Outdoor Demos A Sell Out

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SALTEX Outdoor Demos A Sell Out: Ahead of the 73rd anniversary of SALTEX at The NEC, Birmingham on 31 October – 01 November, show organisers have reported a significant increase in pre-show visitor registration. Since moving to the NEC, the show has grown steadily in terms of exhibitors, floor space and visitor numbers and current figures […]

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Tony Hawkins

GKB At SALTEX 2018

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GKB At SALTEX 2018: GKB will be heading to the NEC for Saltex with a formidable line-up of their natural, synthetic and hybrid turf machinery. From brushing and cleaning artificial turf to tackling surface drainage and aeration, infill removal and sand spreading, there’s a smooth GKB machine to do the job efficiently, accurately and in less […]

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Cassie Reid

New Ferris Launch At SALTEX

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New Ferris Launch At SALTEX: The team that brings you Ferris zero turn mowers in the UK are delighted to confirm the launch of an all new commercial mower from Ferris at the upcoming SALTEX exhibition. The ISX®800Z is powered by a Briggs & Stratton Commercial Turf™ 27-gross HP, 810cc VTwin petrol engine, featuring a commercial warranty […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Successful Limagrain Event At AELTC

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Successful Limagrain Event At AELTC: The All England Lawn Tennis Club, Wimbledon, recently played host to an event by Limagrain UK, where groundsmen from several independent schools were treated to an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s most famous sporting venues. The access-all-areas tour was conducted by Neil Stubley (head of courts & horticulture) and […]

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Karl Hansell

BTME Registration Opening

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BTME Registration Opening: With registration for BTME 2019 due to open on Monday 8 October, details have been released about what will be on offer at the largest turf management exhibition in Europe. Click here to register now for BTME 2019. During BTME 2018 last January, the event hosts, the British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association, […]

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CharmianRobson

First SALTEX For Consolidate Turf

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First SALTEX For Consolidate Turf: Exhibiting at Saltex for the first time this year, Consolidate Turf is giving every turf professional the opportunity to come to stand E195/E196 at the NEC in Birmingham and discover an exclusive range of balanced, energy efficient, liquid nutritional products for the perfect turf maintenance programme. The Chorley based company manufactures […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Innovation Award Entries

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SALTEX Innovation Award Entries: SALTEX plays host to the most technologically advanced-equipment showcase in grounds management. After a successful first outing at last years show, the SALTEX Innovation Award returns for 2018 and visitors will get the chance to cast their eye over every entry at the show. Here is a snapshot of some of the […]

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Cassie Reid

Successful APF For Jensen

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Successful APF For Jensen: The UK’s largest forestry, woodland, arboriculture and biomass show came to Ragley Estate near Alcester, Warwickshire, again this weekend, with great success. The APF Exhibition, which takes place biennially in September, hosted 320 exhibitors over 3 days at the 6,000-acre estate, welcoming 18,500 visitors this year despite heavy rain and wind as […]

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Helen Waite

STRI Scoops Award At Bradford Uni

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STRI Scoops Award At Bradford Uni: STRI has picked up two gongs at the University of Bradford’s Summer Experience Awards, as the Bingley-based business won the Outstanding Placement Provider (SME) for its work experience internships. It also helped STRI intern, Samuel Birch, claim the Outstanding Placement Student award. Samuel (Chemical Engineering), Malika Zahedi (Biomedical Sciences), and […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey Turf Care Return To SALTEX

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Campey Turf Care Return To SALTEX: Campey Turf Care Systems will be returning to the NEC in Birmingham for SALTEX 2018, presenting their range of industry-leading machines. Throughout the year Campey products have made an impact at major sporting events including  the use of the Air 2G2 GT Air Inject in the build-up to the 2018 […]

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Tony Hawkins

Groundsman Industries Ready For SALTEX

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Groundsman Industries Ready For SALTEX: Groundsman Industries have lined up three products from their range that are more than worthy of special attention at the Saltex exhibition. The Northern Ireland manufacturer has a worldwide reputation for durable, high performance equipment and the latest machines affirm this. The Groundsman Turf Multi-Cutters are renowned for their smooth, effortless […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis Technology At SALTEX 2018

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Dennis Technology At SALTEX 2018: Visitors to the Dennis stand (E070) at IOG SALTEX on October 31 and November 1 will have an opportunity to see how the company’s range of world class turf maintenance equipment enables turf professionals to benefit from cutting edge technology. Taking centre stage on the Dennis Mowers stand will be the […]

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Hannah Wilson

Bayer’s New IVM Herbicide At SALTEX

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Bayer’s New IVM Herbicide At SALTEX: Visitors to this year’s SALTEX at the NEC in Birmingham will have the opportunity to preview a new pre-emergence total herbicide that has been submitted to HSE-CRD for formal approval and is expected to be ready in time for the 2019 season. Lewis Blois, Bayer national account manager, explains that […]

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Karl Hansell

ICL Scholars Revealed For Continue To Learn

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ICL Scholars Revealed For Continue To Learn: The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association and ICL have confirmed the five successful recipients of the third ICL Continue to Learn scholarship. The ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship offers five BIGGA members the opportunity to attend the Continue to Learn education programme. Taking place at BTME 2019 in […]

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Neil Hancock

Reform Launch Metron At Galabau

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Reform Launch Metron At Galabau: Revealed at the recent Galabau Exhibition in Nuremburg for green urban open spaces equipment, specialist bank tractor manufacturer Reform Werke has launched the Metron P48 RC as the first radio-controlled equipment carrier with real hybrid drive.  Simon Richard, UK Sales Agent for the Reform range says, “Metron’s concept is based on a 48hp Kubota petrol engine […]

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Tony Hawkins

Ariens Winning Dealer Meeting

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Ariens Winning Dealer Meeting: Ariens Company gathered all their dealers for Countax, Westwood, Ariens and ECHO at Whittlebury Hall, Northamptonshire on the 12th September for their annual dealer meeting. The theme of the meeting was ‘Shifting Gears’ and the day was led by Darren Spencer, Vice President for EMEA and Asia, beginning with talks on the […]

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Colin Hoskins

Rigby Taylor’s Interactive Experience

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Rigby Taylor’s Interactive Experience: Rigby Taylor will be announcing a number of exciting new product launches at SALTEX on October 31 and November 1 – to be viewed both on the stand and in the outside demonstration area: The TinyMobile – a next generation, fully autonomous pitch line marking GPS robot that’s faster, lighter, more flexible […]

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Lucy Nicholls

‘Precise’ Sherriff Amenity At SALTEX

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‘Precise’ Sherriff Amenity At SALTEX: Visitors to stand E060 at SALTEX 2018 will get the opportunity to find out how they could significantly improve their turf through Sherriff Amenity’s range of unique products and some new dedicated apps. Sherriff Amenity, the UK’s leading turf and amenity suppliers, have announced the launch of two new apps, which […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Market leading MM Seed At SALTEX

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Market leading MM Seed At SALTEX: Limagrain UK, one of the world’s largest seed companies will be heading the NEC for SALTEX 2018, where they will be showcasing the impressive range of grass seed mixtures, including the market leading MM60 and MM50 on stand G041. MM is one of the most respected brands in the UK sportsturf […]

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Mike Isherwood

New Bobcat/Doosan Products At Ploughing Show

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New Bobcat/Doosan Products At Ploughing Show: Limerick-based Bobcat and Doosan dealer, Adare Machinery, will be showing new Bobcat and Doosan products for the first time in Ireland at the National Ploughing Championships, taking place in Screggan, Tullamore in Co Offaly from 18-20 September 2018.  Ireland Launch for New R-Series Mini-Excavators The Ploughing Show will provide the […]

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Lucy Nicholls

ICL Focus On Ecoplug Max At SALTEX

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ICL Focus On Ecoplug Max At SALTEX: Leading the way in offering the very best in product innovation, visitors to the ICL stand (K030) at SALTEX 2018 will get the opportunity to discover a wide range of solutions. At this year’s exhibition at the NEC, there will be a particular focus on Ecoplug Max, a patented […]

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Mike Isherwood

Bobcat Presents New Solutions At GaLaBau

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Bobcat Presents New Solutions At GaLaBau: Alongside its extensive range of machinery and attachments for use by horticultural and landscaping companies, Bobcat is premiering the company’s brand new TL43.80HF telehandler at the GaLaBau 2018 Exhibition, taking place in Nuremberg in Germany from 12-15 September 2018. International Premiere of new TL43.80HF Telehandler The new high performance Bobcat […]

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Lucy Nicholls

New Pellenc Tools At SALTEX

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New Pellenc Tools At SALTEX: Pellenc, which is distributed throughout the UK and Ireland exclusively by Etesia UK, have opted to use SALTEX 2018 as a platform to launch a new range of battery-powered hand tools on stand E055. Full details are being kept under wraps until the show opens on 31st October at the NEC […]

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Tam Henderson

Barenbrug At SALTEX 2018

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Barenbrug At SALTEX 2018: Barenbrug UK, the grass expert, is returning to SALTEX for 2018, showcasing two of its most innovative ranges.  Between them, the Essentials range and the Sports range offer a grass seed to cover every possible turf, environment and budget contingency. Visitors to stand GO55 are encouraged to bring their turf questions and […]

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Lucy Nicholls

New Etesia Brushcutters At SALTEX

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New Etesia Brushcutters At SALTEX: Etesia UK have confirmed that visitors to stand C050 at this year’s SALTEX will have an opportunity to see new products, with the launch of two new Attila pedestrian brushcutter models at the show. With built-in rugged reliability as standard, the new Etesia AK60 and AH75 pedestrian brushcutters have been designed […]

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Sarah Allin

New Germinal Package At SALTEX

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New Germinal Package At SALTEX: Germinal will be returning to the NEC in Birmingham on 31 October–1 November for SALTEX, and will be showcasing its new, all-in-one sports pitch renovation package. Containing three key elements – Germinal’s A20 Premier Ryesport seed mixture, an appropriate selection of fertiliser products and free sward management advice from one of Germinal’s […]

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Holly Daulby

Westland To Showcase Investment At Glee

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Westland To Showcase Investment At Glee: Westland will be attending the upcoming Glee show, using the event to strengthen its position and launch its strongest home and garden range with new products and developments across a diverse portfolio. At the forefront of this will be the unveiling of new products in the New Horizon range with […]

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Power And Speed For WOLF-Garten At GLEE

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Power And Speed For WOLF-Garten At GLEE: WOLF-Garten will be unveiling a variety of new products at Glee, all designed to deliver next level expertise to gardeners whilst boosting convenience. The first is the RS800V lopper which has the innovative feature of being able to switch between two cutting modes. The V in the name means […]

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Fay Wilkinson

Town & Country Launch New Products At GLEE

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Town & Country Launch New Products At GLEE: Since acquiring Town & Country just one year ago, E.P. Barrus has fully refreshed and updated its offering, with 2019 seeing 120 new products added, following on from extensive customer research and product development. The Town & Country stand at Glee will showcase the entire range, which includes […]

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Rosie Duckworth

New Toro Machines At SALTEX

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New Toro Machines At SALTEX: Toro distributor Reesink Turfcare is bringing the first super-duty utility vehicle, the Outcross 9060, and the brand’s new 12ft pull-behind rotary mower to SALTEX 2018. Both machines are designed to ensure groundsmen can do a lot more, with less, and will be on show on stand H010. Jeff Anguige, national sales manager […]

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SCH Supplies Ltd

SCH Sponsor SALTEX Award

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SCH Sponsor SALTEX Award: SCH (Supplies) Ltd have proudly attended and exhibited at SALTEX for 33 years, and during this time the event has helped our company thrive. We feel that it’s time to give back to one of the main contributors of our success, and are doing so by sponsoring the Best Managed Artificial Surface award. […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Reveal Learning Live Details

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SALTEX Reveal Learning Live Details: The all-encompassing Learning LIVE education programme will once again be a prominent feature at this year’s SALTEX exhibition. The CPD-accredited seminars are free to attend and registration is now open for all sessions that are due to take place in four purpose-built seminar theatres on the SALTEX show floor in Halls […]

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Emily Strickland

SALTEX Debut For Net World Sports

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SALTEX Debut For Net World Sports: Net World Sports, an award-winning, sports and ground equipment retailer, will be heading to the NEC in October to exhibit at SALTEX for the very first time. During the event on October 31 and November 1, the Sunday Times Fast Track company will be showcasing a range of own-brand products, including […]

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Peter Driver

Price Turfcare Return To SALTEX

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Price Turfcare Return To SALTEX: Price Turfcare, the UK and Ireland distributor of the Ventrac multi-implement compact tractor and Ryan turf maintenance equipment, is returning to SALTEX on stand B124 on 31st October and 1st November 2018. With the business set to celebrate its second anniversary in January 2019, it’s been an exciting time for Managing Director […]

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Ciaran Fitzpatrick

EGO Power At SALTEX

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EGO Power At SALTEX: Since its launch, EGO has emerged as a pioneer of outdoor power technology, With its 56V Arc Lithium battery, EGO has been making its mark on the industry, and heading to the NEC later this year for the SALTEX exhibition. The ground-breaking brand will be exhibiting at leading turf management event, SALTEX in Birmingham, […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS Event A Success

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Dennis & SISIS Event A Success: The second ever Dennis and SISIS’ Cricket Pitch Renovation Day recently took place at Cheltenham College, and the verdict was that the day was a resounding success, as over 130 cricket groundsmen were in attendance for a mix of thought provoking indoor presentations and outdoor practical demonstrations. The event, which […]

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Lauren Goringe

Case IH A SALTEX Newcomer

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Case IH A SALTEX Newcomer: Leading agricultural machinery manufacturer, Case IH, which has been producing agricultural machinery for more than 175 years, will be exhibiting at the upcoming SALTEX for the first time. Held at the NEC, the exhibition is the the premier event for the sports, amenities and landscaping trades. Case IH produces a range of tractors from […]

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Katrina Wallace

Makita Return To BALI Zone At SALTEX

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Makita Return To BALI Zone At SALTEX: This year’s SALTEX exhibition takes place at Birmingham’s NEC on 31 October – 1 November, and Makita will once again be exhibiting on K190d in Hall 6, and are returning to the BALI Zone. The BALI Zone features and promotes leading BALI registered affiliate and contractor members.  Also confirmed for […]

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Richard McKeever

Centenary Fields Legacy

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Centenary Fields Legacy: To mark the conclusion of Centenary Fields, the Fields in Trust World War I commemorative programme, communities across the UK will demonstrate their gratitude to the WWI generation with a series of events and activities on these legally protected parks and green spaces. Fields in Trust will reveal the story of one Centenary […]

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Sarah Allin

Benefits Of Germinal’s New Ryegrass

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Benefits Of Germinal’s New Ryegrass: On Thursday 6th September, Germinal will be attending the FutureScape Scotland show, incorporating ScotHort, at the Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh, with a focus on its upgraded range of landscaping mixtures, with a particular emphasis on the inclusion of new-for-2018 creeping perennial ryegrass cultivar, Zurich, which offers increased wear tolerance and fast sward recovery. […]

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Lucy Nicholls

ICL Schools Seminar A Success

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ICL Schools Seminar A Success: ICL’s sixth successive annual Independent Schools Seminar recently took place at Birmingham’s Edgbaston Stadium. The event brought together turf professionals and provided an opportunity to network and enhance education and understanding on a range of different turf management topics. Following an introduction from event organiser Emma Kilby, ICL Area Sales Manager for […]

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Colin Hoskins

Tickets Selling Fast For IOG Awards

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Tickets Selling Fast For IOG Awards: The Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) Industry Awards celebrate a 10 year anniversary on October 31 at the Hilton Metropole hotel at the Birmingham NEC, and tickets are selling fast for the event on the evening of the day one of SALTEX. Celebrating the achievements of volunteer and professional grounds teams, as […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Announce Innovation Hub

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SALTEX Announce Innovation Hub: In a new addition for 2018, visitors to SALTEX will be able to experience the very latest groundscare ingenuity in the Innovation Hub, a new area on the show floor which is purely dedicated to innovation and new concepts in grounds management. SALTEX plays host to the most technologically-advanced equipment showcase […]

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Katja Benischke

STIHL Returns To Glee

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STIHL Returns To Glee: Following the success of last year’s show, STIHL will be returning to Glee on 10th – 12th September to showcase its range of cordless garden tools. As the popularity of battery powered products continues to rise amongst keen gardeners, STIHL’s Lithium-Ion powered cordless range is designed to meet the needs of domestic […]

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Rosie Duckworth

Reesink Award Winners Announced

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Reesink Award Winners Announced: Reesink Turfcare is delighted to announce the winners of its Aftermarket Dealer Awards. The awards recognise Outstanding Performances in the three areas of Service, Parts and Skills, as well as recognising an overall Dealer of the Year for ‘Excellence in Customer Support’. In keeping with its Service Level Agreement (SLA), which benchmarks […]

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Tony Hawkins

Polaris’ ‘Ultimate RANGER Experience Winners

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Polaris’ ‘Ultimate RANGER Experience Winners: The winners of the ‘Ultimate RANGER® Experience’ competition were announced on Monday 16th July on the Polaris website at www.ranger20thanniversary.com. Polaris launched a competition in May to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their best-selling utility vehicle, the RANGER®. Entrants were given the chance to win an ‘Ultimate RANGER® Experience’, by uploading […]

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Katja Benischke

STIHL To Showcase New Chainsaws

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STIHL To Showcase New Chainsaws: STIHL will be exhibiting its latest developments in professional chainsaws and forestry equipment at this year’s APF Exhibition, where visitors will have the opportunity to see the products in action at the manufacturers demo area based on the woodland demo circuit. In addition to its own demo area, STIHL will have […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS Confirm Cricket Day

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Dennis & SISIS Confirm Cricket Day: Dennis and SISIS have announced the date for their popular cricket renovation day for 2018. The event will take place at Cheltenham College on 7 August and those wishing to attend are encouraged to register soon to avoid disappointment. Since 2011, the Dennis and SISIS series of seminars have seen […]

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Graeme Macpherson

Football’s “Made in England” Pitches

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Football’s “Made in England” Pitches: Sunday’s World Football Cup Final, the first-ever to be staged on a revolutionary hi-tech playing surface, is set to deliver a multi-million pound boost to SIS Pitches, the English firm behind the groundbreaking technology. Cumbria-based SIS Pitches installed its hybrid surfaces using patented fibre injection technology with undersoil aeration system in […]

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Tony Hawkins

Polaris Race To Goodwood

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Polaris Race To Goodwood: Nowhere else can you get so close to cars and bikes blasting up the Hillclimb track than the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Described as ‘motorsport’s ultimate summer garden party, an intoxicating display of speed and power’, the venue on the Goodwood Estate lets you enjoy unrestricted access to the machines and […]

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Louise Challiss

GreenMech At APF 2018

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GreenMech At APF 2018: Europe’s top-selling wood chipper manufacturer GreenMech will have a vast range of machinery on display on stand 80-110, in the outside area, at this years APF exhibition. In addition, visitors will also have the opportunity to find out about a number of special deals and flexible finance options available exclusively at the […]

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Richard McKeever

Celebrate UK Parks and Green Spaces

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Celebrate UK Parks and Green Spaces: Thousands of people, in hundreds of communities across the UK, will come together this weekend to celebrate local parks and green spaces as part of the Fields in Trust charity’s “Have a Field Day” campaign on Saturday 7th July. As the heatwave continues Britain is set for an elite […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS Seminars End In Style

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Dennis & SISIS Seminars End In Style: The 2018 Dennis and SISIS Spring / Summer series of bowling green maintenance seminars finished in style with over 350 people in attendance across the eight venues and an overwhelming number of greenkeepers wanting to attend the educational events. “The seminars are about attendees getting as much information […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Lawn Care Legends LIVE At SALTEX

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Lawn Care Legends LIVE At SALTEX: A fantastic networking opportunity for landscapers and gardeners will be on offer at SALTEX 2018 – which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham on 31 October and 1 November. Lawn Care Legends, a Facebook group which was created in July 2016, is a thriving online community with over 3,000 […]

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Neil Hancock

Highland Show Means Business

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Highland Show Means Business: Simon Richard Ltd, UK Sales Agents for the Reform specialist tractor, Muthing flail and Woods Batwing rotary cutter ranges say this year’s Highland Show proved to be an excellent productive event for business. Simon Richard says “we enjoyed an excellent four days culminating in the appointment of three new dealers for […]

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Matt Mears

The 2018 ClearWater Cup

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The 2018 ClearWater Cup: The annual ClearWater Cup took place recently at Corhampton Golf Club with The South Coast Greenkeepers playing The Wessex Managers. The club is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty and aims to provide members and guests with a quality golfing experience within a friendly and welcoming environment. All lived […]

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Katrina Wallace

Makita’s Powered Wheelbarrow Leads To Medals

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Makita’s Powered Wheelbarrow Leads To Medals: The Makita 18v LXT Brushless power-assisted wheelbarrow has taken some of the back-breaking labour out of Landform Consultants inspirational garden builds at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018. Mark Gregory, managing director of award winning Landform Consultants Limited, together with his talented team, designed The Welcome to Yorkshire Garden […]

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Steve Mitchell

John Deere At Flower Show

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John Deere At Flower Show: As well as a show garden celebrating 100 years since the company entered the tractor business, John Deere has a trade stand at RHS Chatsworth showing its latest range of ride-on, robotic and walk behind lawn mowers and a Gator utility vehicle. The new X100 Series of lawn tractors features six […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Registration Open

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SALTEX Registration Open: Event organisers have announced that visitor registration for SALTEX 2018 is now officially open at www.iogsaltex.com. SALTEX 2018, Europe’s largest annual event for groundscare professionals, takes place at the NEC, Birmingham, on 31 October and 1 November and visitors can now register their attendance for free via the newly-designed website. The new […]

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CharmianRobson

OARS PS Used At Le Golf National

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OARS PS Used At Le Golf National: AQUA-AID EU’s OARS Penetrating Surfactant (OARS PS) has been extensively used at Le Golf National as the club in Paris gets ready for the 2018 HNA Open de France and the 2018 Ryder Cup. Golf courses and estates manager, Alejandro Reyes, was appointed to his position in 2013 and […]

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Kate Hopkins

Amenity Forum Speakers Named

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Amenity Forum Speakers Named: The Forum has recently opened for booking for its popular annual conference and exhibition. This year it will be held once again at the Pirelli Stadium in Burton upon Trent, on Tuesday, October 9th. The conference will be entitled ‘Change, challenge and opportunity’. Once again it has an impressive range of speakers […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Drives Year Round Leads

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SALTEX Drives Year Round Leads: Since SALTEX 2017 took place last November at the NEC, Birmingham, a number of exhibitors are still generating business as a direct result of the show – re-affirming that the exhibition is the must-attend event for any company involved in the grounds care industry. Fivesquared, a brand of Earlsmere, is […]

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Colin Hoskins

Nominations Open For IOG Awards

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Nominations Open For IOG Awards: Nominations are now open for the 2018 Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) Industry Awards, with 21 categories of entry recognising the passion, dedication and challenges faced by grounds staff in both grassroots and professional sports at clubs of every size and from all areas of the UK. This year’s awards – the […]

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Amhan Kaur

Först Arb Show Preview

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Först Arb Show Preview: Först, a leading supplier of high performance and robust woodchippers, will be at this year’s Arb Show at Westonbirt National Arboretum, where it will be showcasing its latest fuel efficient, petrol powered machines. At the heart of the stand will be Först’s ST6 P woodchipper, a six-inch capacity machine that is powered by […]

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Campey’s Pitch Renovation Day

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Campey’s Pitch Renovation Day: Campey Turf Care Systems is bringing the highly successful Grassroots Pitch Renovation Day to Debdale Park Football Club in Mansfield on Wednesday 16th May 2018. The maintenance of local football pitches and playing fields has long been in decline with those using them suffering from poor playing conditions and consistently postponed games. This […]

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Lesley Spence

Green-Tech’s Chemical Workshops

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Green-Tech’s Chemical Workshops: Green-tech are running a series of Chemical Workshops throughout 2018. The first workshop: Training the Trainer is to be held at Green-tech’s head office in North Yorkshire on Wednesday 9th May from 9am until 3pm. There are plans to run a similar workshop at BALI’s head office in Stoneleigh but this along with […]

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Louise Challiss

Charterhouse Open Day A Success

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Charterhouse Open Day A Success: Charterhouse Turf Machinery, in conjunction with dealers Ben Burgess GroundsCare, recently entertained over 80 groundsmen and greenkeepers at an open day at Thetford Golf Club.  The day featured a technical talk from the STRI and gave Turf Managers the opportunity to share best practices with other professionals in the industry, as […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Sherriff’s First MyTurfClub Event

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Sherriff’s First MyTurfClub Event: Sherriff Amenity recently hosted the very first myTurfClub event at Syngenta UK’s Jealott’s Hill Research Centre in Bracknell – and by all accounts it was regarded as a huge success. myTurfClub is a new initiative from Sherriff Amenity which has an ultimate goal of helping to improve the UK turf amenity sector […]

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ISEKI UK & Ireland Launch

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ISEKI UK & Ireland Launch: ISEKI UK & Ireland hosted an official opening at its new Ipswich home last week. Since being founded in 1926, ISEKI has contributed to the modernisation of Japan’s agricultural industry as a full-time manufacturer specialising in farming machinery. ISEKI prides itself on extensive research and development that is matched with high […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS Announce Seminars

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Dennis & SISIS Announce Seminars: Dennis and SISIS have confirmed key dates and locations for their 2018 series of bowling green maintenance seminars. Committed to educating greenkeepers and raising the standards of bowling greens, Dennis and SISIS have long supported the sport of bowls. Their bowling green maintenance seminars continue to go from strength to strength […]

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Katja Benischke

Ireland’s First Discover Kubota Event

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Ireland’s First ‘Discover Kubota’ Event: Kubota is continuing to invest into Ireland’s agriculture, groundcare and construction industries by teaming up with long-standing dealers Atkins and MP Crowley to the host ‘Discover Kubota’ event. Being held on 24th March at the prestigious Munster Agricultural Society Showground in Cork, the event will offer Ireland’s farmers, ground maintenance teams […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Winners Six Nations Trip

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SALTEX Winners Six Nations Trip: After claiming the SALTEX College Cup title for the second year running, students from CAFRE College in Antrim, Northern Ireland, enjoyed an unforgettable experience of helping with pitch preparations at the 2018 Six Nations Championships at BT Murrayfield Stadium in Scotland. The SALTEX College Cup, sponsored by Ransomes, and organised by the […]

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Lucy Nicholls

200 Sign Ups For SALTEX 2018

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200 Sign Ups For SALTEX 2018: The early signs for the 73rd edition of SALTEX (Sports, Amenities and Landscaping Trade Exhibition) are extremely positive after show organisers reported another record-breaking loyalty period, stand upgrades and an influx of debut exhibitors. For the third successive year, SALTEX has seen an overwhelming amount of exhibitors re-book their […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Reveal Visitor Profile

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SALTEX Reveal Visitor Profile: After an independent audit confirmed a record-breaking attendance at the NEC for SALTEX 2017, the show’s visitor survey has now revealed a fascinating insight into the 8,909 people who attended. With over 300 exhibitors and more show features than ever before it is perhaps no surprise that an incredible 89 per cent of […]

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Daniel Powell

Velvit’s First BTME

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Velvit’s First BTME: This is the first time Velvit Ltd. has exhibited at BTME as the sister company of GreenBest Ltd., We had a great time, met lots of lovely people and it proved to be a great success. Velvit supplies a complete range of fertilisers, biostimulants and wetting agents for the professional turf care industry. […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS Announce Seminar

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Dennis & SISIS Announce Seminar: Dennis and SISIS’ first bowling green maintenance seminar of 2018 has been announced and will be held on Tuesday 13th March at the Ipswich & District Indoor Bowls Club. Dennis and SISIS have a long history of supporting the sport of bowls and the seminars which are designed to ultimately help club greenkeepers […]

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Dave Mears

ClearWater A Hit At BTME

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ClearWater A Hit At BTME: ClearWater proved to be popular at a very successful BTME for Acumen Waste Services Ltd. with a good number of enquiries taken.  ClearWater’s sales and development manager, Matthew Mears, was most impressed with the first show he was responsible for and commented: “A great show that served two purposes; a chance […]

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Success For Deeside Golf Club

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Success For Deeside Golf Club: The greenkeeping team at Deeside Golf Club in Aberdeenshire is celebrating after winning a BIGGA award at BTME 2018.  Led by Course Manager Neil McLoughlin (41), the greenkeeping team were announced as the winner of the BIGGA Greenkeeping Achievement of the Year Award sponsored by Baroness, at a ceremony held this […]

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External Source

BIGGA Young Greenkeeper Award

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BIGGA Young Greenkeeper Award: Talented young greenkeeper Alistair Morrison is celebrating after being crowned winner of a BIGGA Award at BTME 2018. Alistair (25) is head greenkeeper at Durness Golf Club and was announced as the winner of the BIGGA Young Greenkeeper of the Year Award sponsored by Textron Golf at an awards ceremony held this […]

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External Source

BIGGA Award For Wentworth

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BIGGA Award For Wentworth: The Wentworth Club greenkeeping team in Virginia Water has been recognised for its incredible performance in preparing the course for the BMW PGA Championship 2017 by winning the BIGGA Championship Performance of the Year Award sponsored by Rigby Taylor. The redesign of Wentworth’s famous West Course was conducted by European Tour Golf […]

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Rosie Duckworth

New irrigation controller choice at BTME

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Irrigation made even simpler by Bailoy: New irrigation controller choice at BTME. New to the Bailoy range, and BTME, is the GTI EC irrigation control software in Pro and Lite versions. These GTI EC controllers retain many features of the GTI PC stablemate while being more economical and simple to use, making them perfect for smaller […]

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Turf Matters

Agronomics in the Drone Zone

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Agronomics in the Drone Zone: All Agronomic Services customers are invited to discuss their requirements and take part in the Drone Rewards Scheme. The scheme includes any combination of Agronomic’s soil liquid ranges, Floratine foliars and wetting agents and Agronomic’s granulars as well as Oxy RushTM. The flexibility of the scheme allows the customer to […]

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Ella Boyden

Jacobsen Equipment At BTME

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Jacobsen Equipment At BTME: Textron Golf, the Ipswich-based manufacturer of Jacobsen commercial mowing equipment, will showcase the new AR series and TR series at the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) in Harrogate in January. The new Jacobsen AR and TR series replaces the existing AR-3, TR-3 and Tri-King machines. Created with usability in mind, the new […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS At GIS

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Dennis & SISIS At GIS: Dennis & SISIS have announced that they will be in Texas on February 7-8 to exhibit at the Golf Industry Show (GIS) at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Over recent years Dennis & SISIS have enjoyed huge success at GIS and this is set to continue at the show in 2018. […]

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Katja Benischke

Först At EHS

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Först At EHS: Först will be showcasing its new sub 750kg petrol powered woodchipper at next year’s Executive Hire Show, as diesel alternatives are continuing to prove more and more popular amongst contractors, arborists and landscapers.  The ST6P is an extension of Först’s popular range of six-inch capacity machines, which is powered by a 37hp V […]

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Rosie Duckworth

TYM Compact At LAMMA

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TYM Compact At LAMMA: Reesink Turfcare will be showcasing all that is new to TYM Tractors at LAMMA 2018. The new T393 compact tractor will be on show, as will a pick of the new range of attachments, all of which offer even more versatility and value to every tractor. Bridging the gap from the compact […]

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Mark Sanderson

Banner Maxx II Set To Launch

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Banner Maxx II Set To Launch: Banner Maxx II is a new formulation of the tried and tested fungicide, which has been created in order to deliver even faster uptake into the plant and tackle disease infection inside the leaf – before it is able to damage turf plant health. Set to be launched at BTME […]

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CharmianRobson

MJ Abbott Return To BTME

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MJ Abbott Return To BTME: MJ Abbott will be returning to BTME 2018 in Harrogate, bringing with them over 25 years of experience in golf course construction, renovation maintenance and irrigation. Over this period the company has gathered invaluable experience across all aspects of golf course construction and maintenance, but also the art of first-class […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS At STMA

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Dennis & SISIS At STMA: Dennis and SISIS are heading to Fort Worth, Texas, to showcase a range of industry leading turf maintenance equipment at Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) Conference and Exhibition on 16-19 January 2018. As the Dennis and SISIS brands continue to gain widespread recognition in the USA, the annual STMA Conference & Exhibition is […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Sherriff Amenity At BTME

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Sherriff Amenity At BTME: Sherriff Amenity will be launching the unique InterMix Tank on stand B34 at BTME in January. Visitors will also be able to see a wide range of market leading products designed to help greenkeepers and course managers maintain their courses to the highest possible standard. InterMix Tank enables the user to mix a […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX Attendance Announced

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SALTEX Attendance Announced: An independent audit has confirmed that the combined attendance over the two day exhibition at the NEC totalled an impressive 8,909 – the highest ever since SALTEX moved to the Birmingham venue. After two successful days, the 72nd SALTEX exhibition came to a close on 2 November and by all accounts it was a […]

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CharmianRobson

Aqua-Aid at BTME

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Aqua-Aid EU BV at BTME: Aqua-Aid Europe BV will be returning to BTME in Harrogate for the third time in January to demonstrate the power of Verde-Cal G against black layer and the benefits of WormPower Turf. Common golf course issues such as compaction and thatch are tackled using machinery, but the causes of these problems can […]

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CharmianRobson

Richard Peel Groundcare Return To BTME

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Richard Peel Groundcare Return To BTME: Richard Peel Groundcare Ltd (RPGC) will be exhibiting at BTME for the second time in 2018 as the contractor homes in on the golf market after great success across other areas of sports turf. The cornerstone of RPGC is using the latest and most innovative machines available to the industry to […]

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CharmianRobson

New Campey Launch At BTME

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New Campey Launch At BTME: The new Koro FIELD TOPMAKER models (FTM) are being launched in 2018 with the smaller 1.6 -meter model designed for the purpose of working on golf courses. The unequivocal success of the FTM across all sports surfaces, including golf, has helped produce healthier turf through greatly improved surface hygiene, but the enhancements to […]

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Henrietta Painter

Kubota To Showcase New Ranges At BTME

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Kubota To Showcase New Ranges At BTME: Kubota will be bringing a number of exciting new and enhanced machinery ranges to the upcoming BTME exhibition as it continues to keep the needs of turf professionals at the heart of its product innovation. Visitors to the show are encouraged to drop by the Kubota stand to see a […]

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CharmianRobson

Duncan Ross Expertise At BTME

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Duncan Ross Expertise At BTME: Quality of work, customer satisfaction and an expertise in golf course maintenance and construction are factors that have helped Duncan Ross establish their name in the industry, and that experience will be brought to stand A60 at BTME 2018. A successful expansion of services has meant 2017 afforded Duncan Ross Ltd the […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Bright Future Ahead After SALTEX College Cup

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Bright Future Ahead After SALTEX College Cup: The SALTEX College Cup returned to the NEC once again at this year’s event and highlighted just how well young grounds staff are academically prepared for careers in the industry. The SALTEX College Cup, sponsored by Ransomes, is a national student-led sports-turf challenge. It is an academic test […]

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Tony Hawkins

Extensive Display Of Polaris Models At LAMMA

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Extensive Display Of Polaris Models At LAMMA: Polaris has lined up a vast range of 2018 models for the LAMMA show. Starting with the world’s best selling Sportsman ATVs, there are not many to match the off-road abilities these Polaris machines have to offer. Take the Sportsman 570 EPS. It boasts 44hp, Electronic Power Steering (EPS) and Engine […]

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Colin Hoskins

More New Products From Rigby Taylor At BTME

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More New Products From Rigby Taylor At BTME: For new products, Rigby Taylor is the company to visit at BTME: discover about a major NEW distribution announcement; see the NEW product introductions and on a NEW, vibrant and interactive stand. It’s all taking place on the Rigby Taylor stand (B60) at BTME. While enjoying a freshly […]

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Lucy Nicholls

New Cultivars Previewed By Limagrain At BTME

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New Cultivars Previewed By Limagrain At BTME: Visitors to the Limagrain stand (C39) at BTME 2018 can expect a sneak peak of two new innovative cultivars for the golf market whilst also having a chance to win tickets to a top international sporting event. Ahead of their spring launch, two new cultivars from Limagrain UK will […]

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Lucy Nicholls

ICL The Place To Be At BTME

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ICL The Place To Be At BTME: Visitors can expect to learn about innovative new products and find out about exciting new Turf Rewards developments – and of course enjoy a much needed coffee from the ICL barista team on stand B54 at BTME 2018. The ICL stand will feature the Vitalnova range of biostimulants with […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis & SISIS return to BTME

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Dennis & SISIS return to BTME: Dennis and SISIS will be exhibiting once more at BTME 2018 on stand A5 where greenkeepers, course managers and turf managers will be able to view an extensive range of turf maintenance equipment. With a focus on aeration, scarification and mowing, visitors to the joint stand can look forward to […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Heath Engineering To Return to LAMMA

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Heath Engineering To Return to LAMMA: After a hugely successful debut at LAMMA 2017, Heath Engineering has confirmed it will be returning to the 2018 show on stand B77, which will be held on January 17-18 at the East of England Showground, Peterborough. The innovative British manufacturer has been producing agricultural equipment for over seventy years with […]

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Rosie Duckworth

Reesink Brings Latest Toro Launch To BTME

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Reesink Brings Latest Toro Launch To BTME: The GreensPro 1260, Toro’s latest UK launch, will be headlining the Reesink Turfcare stand at BTME 2018. It’s also the first year that Reesink will have two stands. Joining the Reesink stand in Hall M is stand C32 dedicated entirely to TYM tractors to accommodate the range as it expands […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Winners Of SALTEX Innovation Award

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Winners Of SALTEX Innovation Award: The best in brand new grounds care technology was celebrated in the very first SALTEX Innovation Award at the NEC, Birmingham on 1 and 2 November 2017. Making its debut, the Innovation Award attracted a number of high-quality entries from various exhibitors from across the globe. There were 24 entries in total […]

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Steve Mitchell

New John Deere Gator debuts at BTME 2018

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New John Deere Gator debuts at BTME 2018: John Deere’s new HPX 815E Gator utility vehicle will be making its public show debut at BTME 2018 in Harrogate next January. This latest diesel powered Gator shares its new styling with the XUV 855M model, which replaces the 855D. The HPX 815E is ruggedly designed for a […]

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Louise Challiss

Headland and Bayer At Annual STRI Trials Event

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Headland and Bayer At Annual STRI Trials Event: Ongoing and future management of the pathogen Microdochium nivale was one of the hot topics that greenkeepers discussed at the recent STRI annual Trial Event, held in Bingley, West Yorkshire. Having actively researched and trialled products to suppress the disease for over 10 years, Headland Amenity, along with […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX 2017 – The Best Yet

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SALTEX 2017 – The Best Yet: SALTEX 2017 has been hailed as a huge success. A year’s worth of meticulous and strategic planning from show organisers culminated in what is being hailed by many as the best ever SALTEX. The two-day exhibition has quickly grown to become the premier annual grounds care event in Europe and […]

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AnnMarie Walker

Chapin UK at SALTEX 2017

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Chapin UK at SALTEX 2017: With over 130 solid years of manufacturing excellence, Chapin is proud to provide market-leading products that are rugged and reliable. Following the recent UK distribution deal with Craigmarloch, we now have the ability to distribute quality sprayers & spreaders on a next day delivery service throughout the UK. Chapin engineers […]

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Patrick Desmond

Kioti UK At SALTEX 2017

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Kioti UK At SALTEX 2017: Kioti UK continue to make large inroads into the UK groundcare market with increases in sales of their range of Compact Tractors and Utility Vehicles. Saltex 2017 will see the launch of two further important products which will significantly  strengthen the range and offer their dealer base an enhanced  range […]

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Emily Hutson

New Holland At SALTEX 2017

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New Holland to showcase mini crawler excavators at this year’s Saltex event: New Holland will showcase its E18C ROPS mini excavator, from the company’s agricultural construction range, at this year’s Saltex event on 1st and 2nd November.  The New Holland agricultural construction range includes mini crawler excavators, backhoe loaders, wheel loaders and skid steer loaders. These […]

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Natalie St Hill

Automated Managed Services at SALTEX 2017

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Automated Managed Services at SALTEX 2017: Cut your operational costs in half with Automated Managed Services (AMS) by introducing robot technology into your turf care regime. The robot mower BigMow, distributed by AMS has been revolutionizing grass maintenance at 600+ fields/outfields across Europe. A single BigMow robot mower can cut 2.5 hectares 3 to 5 […]

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Turf Matters

Find Out Whats In Store For Smith Construction At SALTEX

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Find Out Whats In Store For Smith Construction At SALTEX: Smith Construction are delighted to announce they will be returning to exhibit at Saltex again this year. The show will take place at the Birmingham NEC on Wednesday 1st and Thursday 2nd November.  Smith Construction will be showcasing a number of artificial turf products from a variety […]

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Carmen Rosten

STIHL at SALTEX 2017

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STIHL at SALTEX 2017: STIHL will be attending SALTEX this year with some impressive new tools to talk about, including the expanded Pro Cordless range.  The introduction of a new AR 1000 Lithium-Ion backpack battery will be welcome news to those who need to use STIHL’s cordless products for an extended period of time – […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX 2017 Launches Innovation Award

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SALTEX 2017 Launches Innovation Award: SALTEX 2017 is set to play host to the most technologically advanced-equipment showcase in grounds management. With this in mind SALTEX event organisers have decided to hold, for the very first time, an Innovation Award – and visitors will get the chance to see every entry at the show. Here’s a […]

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Holly Daulby

Cub Cadet Showcase New PRO Z Series At SALTEX

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Cub Cadet Showcase New PRO Z Series At SALTEX: Stand L180 Visitors to this year’s Saltex will bear witness to Cub Cadet’s commitment to the professional market, with the newly designed Pro Z Series, commercial, zero-turn mowers being a highlight of the show. The company has gone right back to the drawing board in developing this […]

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Chris Hindle

Productive Zero Turn Mowers Return to SALTEX

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Productive Zero Turn Mowers Return to SALTEX: Bobcat zero turn mowers return to SALTEX for the third year at the new venue to meet their existing customers and to have the opportunity meet new ones too! On the Bobcat stand will be a range of “high productivity” commercial mowers ranging from the unique 28” narrow access […]

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Turf Matters

B.E.S.T Horticulture at SALTEX 2017

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The B.E.S.T in Horticulture Group consists of: B.E.S.T. in Horticulture Limited – “Delivering fully supported distance and blended learning in horticulture” www.bestinhorticulture.co.uk The Academy of Practical Horticulture (Limited) – “Delivering Practical Skills to Gardeners and Professional Horticulturlists” www.academyofpracticalhorticulture.co.uk Our first year at Saltex! At B.E.S.T we offer bespoke education and specialist training in horticulture designed to meet the needs […]

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Emily Hutson

New Holland at SALTEX 2017

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New Holland to showcase compact tractors at this year’s Saltex event New Holland will be showcasing its expertise in ground care, sports, amenities, estates, and green space management machinery at this year’s Saltex event. The Company will profile its compact BoomerTMtractor models, displaying the Boomer 25 ROPS with mid-mounted mower deck and Boomer 40 CAB […]

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Mark Shorthouse

Boningale Nurseries At SALTEX 2017

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Boningale Nurseries At SALTEX 2017: Stand No. K190i (located in the BALI Pavilion). Boningale Nurseries, one of the leading suppliers to the British landscaping industry, will be exhibiting at SALTEX alongside experts from the company’s award winning green roof department, Boningale GreenSky. With more than 50 years’ experience, growing over 2 million plants a year, Boningale […]

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Graham Robson

STM at SALTEX 2017

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SCAG release the V-Ride 2 – Arriving at Saltex The new V-Ride 2 – announced on 24th September – has new features that exhibit their policy of continuous improvement and response to operator feedback, which combine to make SCAG such a successful machinery supplier. The V-Ride is a stand-on machine; the compact machine size, ease […]

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Tony Hawkins

Schiller at Saltex 2017

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Schiller at Saltex 2017: Classen machines have built a solid reputation, living up to their durable slogan: Built to Use, Designed to Last. At this year’s Saltex the latest Classen aerator joins the Little Wonder line-up and Mantis tillers and BunkerMaster under the Schiller umbrella, to offer groundsmen and greenkeepers a formidable array of equipment. The […]

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Richard Cook

Tyre-Line Ltd at SALTEX 2017

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Tyre-Line Ltd – Professional suppliers to the O.E & Aftermarket sectors Since 1984, Tyre-Line have been one of the UK’s leading, family run, Independent Tyre and Wheel specialists supplying both the Original Equipment and, more recently, Aftermarket sectors with Turf, ATV/UTV, High Speed Trailer and Caravan tyres and wheels, along with Steel Truck Wheels and […]

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Steve Gadsby

Grillo at SALTEX 2017

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Taking centre stage at this year’s Saltex will be the new Grillo FD 900. Powered by a 26hp diesel engine this small, compact 4wd machine is sure to impress contractors & local authorities. Fitted with a 52 inch Grillo 3 blade cutting system allowing excellent collection in high, damp grass. The height of cut is […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX College Cup Winners to Work at 2018 Six Nations

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SALTEX College Cup Winners to Work at 2018 Six Nations: The Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) has announced that the 2017 winners of the SALTEX College Cup will be given the opportunity to work as part of the grounds team when Scotland host England as part of the 2018 Six Nations Championships, at BT Murrayfield Stadium. After […]

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Paul Jennings

Germinal At SALTEX 2017

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Germinal to focus on chart-topping ultra-fine ryegrass at SALTEX: Cabrio Ultra Fine Ryegrass is the most recent addition to Germinal’s portfolio of perennial ryegrasses for use on cricket squares, tennis lawns and golf tees. Cabrio sits at the top of the BSPB’s Series L list for lawns, landscaping and summer sports thanks to a fineness of […]

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Jo Snowden

Agronomics Launch ‘Nema-Go’

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Agronomics Launch ‘Nema-Go’: Agronomic Services Ltd are excited to be presenting their new Agronomic’s Range of liquid fertilisers at Saltex. Their new ranges include a unique nematode control product, Nema-Go and Dew Clear for dew control. Agronomic Services Ltd has a UK and International distribution network, supplying the finest soil, liquid and foliar fertilisers, micro-nutrients, […]

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Steve Mitchell

John Deere at SALTEX 2017

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John Deere at SALTEX 2017. Stand no. E080 Three new machines from John Deere are making their UK & Ireland show debut at Saltex 2017 at the NEC, Birmingham in November – a top of the range diesel lawn tractor, an updated wide area rotary mower and a newly styled Gator utility vehicle. The flagship X949 […]

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Tony Hawkins

Hybrid is Pitchmark’s New Line

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Hybrid is Pitchmark’s new line: After working closely with a number of groundsmen at leading Premier League clubs, Pitchmark will be introducing their new Hybrid line marker at Saltex, complete with a lifetime warranty. “A large number of stadium groundsmen use transfer markers for many good reasons,” says Mark Rodman, Pitchmark Managing Director, “it’s easier to […]

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Louise Challiss

Charterhouse At SALTEX 2017

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Charterhouse bring some of the old and some of the new to SALTEX: Charterhouse Turf Machinery will be highlighting the Graden GBS1200 at SALTEX this year. As always, they will also be showcasing a vast array of equipment for the care of both natural and artificial sports surfaces as well as landscaping products from the BLEC range on […]

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Lucy Nicholls

A Solution For Every Surface On Stand E070

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A solution for every surface on Stand E070: At SALTEX 2017 Dennis & SISIS (Stand E070) will be living up to their reputation of having world-class maintenance equipment for every type of playing surface with a wide range of equipment on show.  Featuring prominently on the stand will be the SISIS Javelin Aer-Aid 1500 – a […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Oeliatec At SALTEX 2017

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Oeliatec showcase environmentally-friendly weed control at SALTEX 2017: Oeliatec return to SALTEX on stand number E055 to showcase their range of environmentally-friendly range of weed control products. All Oeliatec weed control machines kill weeds with 100% hot water by delivering an efficient low pressure treatment at temperatures of up to 120°C. This destroys the cellular structure […]

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Louise Challiss

A Trio Of Versatile Trilo Products At This Years SALTEX

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A Trio Of Versatile Trilo Products At This Years SALTEX: Trilo will be returning to SALTEX once again on stand G010 with a wide range of blowers, scarifiers and vacuum sweepers.  Particular highlights of machinery for grass and waste management will include the Trilo S3 and SU40 vacuum units and the Trilo B7 blower. As […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Your Industry – Your Show – Your Voice

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Learning LIVE at SALTEX 2017 is set to explore and highlight the burning issues that really matter to the groundscare industry through a unique panel discussion entitled Your Industry, Your Show, Your Voice. The panel discussion, which is part of SALTEX’s all-encompassing education programme – Learning LIVE, will take place on the first day of the […]

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Louise Challiss

DLF/Johnson’s Sports Seeds At SALTEX 2017

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DLF/Johnson’s Sports Seeds showcase advanced cultivars and mixtures at SALTEX: Leading seed breeders DLF will be returning to Saltex 2017, showcasing two of the company’s latest breeding innovations, 4Turf Tetraploid Ryegrass and the new Turf Type Annual Ryegrass Quickston. DLF’s technical team will also be on hand on stand J100 to offer advice on the latest […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Limagrain Will Showcase Leading Range of Grass Seed at SALTEX

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Limagrain Will Showcase Leading Range of Grass Seed at SALTEX 2017: Limagrain UK, one of the world’s largest seed companies will be showcasing its impressive range of grass seed mixtures, including the market leading MM60, MM50 and the new exciting MM7 on their stand at SALTEX 2017.  MM is one of the most respected brands in the […]

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Louise Challiss

GreenMech To Showcase Arborist 150p At SALTEX

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GreenMech to showcase their cost effective alternative to diesel – the Arborist 150p. SALTEX, stand H075 SALTEX 2017 has GreenMech’s new Arborist 150p on show for the very first time, as well as showcasing a number of their most popular woodchippers.  The GreenMech team will also be on hand to discuss the many aspects of […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Pellenc Return To SALTEX

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Pellenc return to SALTEX with range of professional battery-powered tools: Pellenc will be exhibiting at this year’s IOG SALTEX on stand E055 which will showcase their professional range of environmentally friendly, lithium-ion battery powered tools. A forerunner when it comes to lithium-ion technology and high efficiency “Brushless” motors, Pellenc has established itself as the number one […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SISIS Return To FSB

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SISIS return to FSB: SISIS have announced that they will be exhibiting at FSB Cologne, Germany from 7-10 November 2017 in Hall 10.2 stand B035. Visitors to the show, which is held every two years, will be able to view a selection of the range of synthetic turf maintenance equipment available from the British manufacturer including the Osca, […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Sherriff Amenity GoGreen at SALTEX 2017

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Sherriff Amenity GoGreen at SALTEX 2017: At SALTEX 2017 Sherriff Amenity will be showcasing two new products in the renowned GoGreen complexed iron range. Visitors to the stand (E060) will also be offered the opportunity to sign-up free of charge to the online Sherriff Academy and find out more about Agrovista’s latest Scottish acquisition – Terra […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Etesia Regional Dealer Events a Great Success

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Etesia Regional Dealer Events a Great Success: Over 50 general managers and sales managers from the Etesia and Pellenc UK dealer network attended the recent dealer conference events which were held at four venues across the country. The regional conferences provided the opportunity to discuss new trading terms, marketing and training as well as to show […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Etesia Choose SALTEX As Platform To Launch Greener City Equipment

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Etesia Choose SALTEX As Platform To Launch Greener City Equipment: Etesia will be launching their range of Greener City Equipment on stand C050 at IOG SALTEX 2017, which includes a range of environmentally-friendly battery-powered pedestrian and ride-on rotary mowers. Environmental protection and a commitment to sustainable development in general have always been among Etesia’s key concerns, […]

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CharmianRobson

MJ Abbott Return To SALTEX After A Year Of Hybrid Pitch Constructions

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MJ Abbott Return to SALTEX after a year of Hybrid Pitch constructions: The past 12-months has seen MJ Abbott complete a number of hybrid pitch re-constructions in the UK and Europe across football and rugby. 2015 saw the introduction of SIS Grass to the turf market and the popularity of the new hybrid surface has continued […]

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Katja Benischke

Kubota UK Top of the Class

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Kubota UK Top of the Class: The top educators in the agricultural machinery sector chose Kubota UK to host their annual conference, ensuring they are up to speed with the latest machinery and technology offered by the manufacturer.  The Association of Lecturers In Agriculture Machinery (ALAM), whose members boast academic staff from top colleges across the […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey Turf Care Systems Returns To Saltex 2017

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Campey Turf Care Systems returns to Saltex 2017 with additions to their all-star line-up of machines. Stand Number: D117 Campey Turf Care Systems will be bringing an all-star line-up of machines to the exhibition halls of Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre for Saltex 2017, including the introduction of new Koro® FIELD TOPMAKER® model. The new 1.6 metre […]

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Peter Driver

Price Turfcare Will Display Ventrac And Ryan Products At Saltex

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First time for Price Turfcare at Saltex with Ventrac and Ryan products on display: Price Turfcare, the newly established business founded by Ransomes Jacobsen’s former sales director, Rupert Price, will be exhibiting at SALTEX for the first time on stand B124. Following the launch of the business with the Ventrac franchise back in January, it has […]

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Henrietta Painter

Kubota UK Gearing Up For SALTEX With Exciting New Machines

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Kubota UK Gearing Up For SALTEX With Exciting New Machines: Turf professionals looking for the most innovative and high quality groundcare equipment are being encouraged to go and see Kubota UK’s newest groundcare solutions at this year’s SALTEX. The market leading machinery manufacturer is launching a number of new products on Stand C070, as well as […]

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Hannah Wilson

Integrated Vegetation Management Showcased At SALTEX

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Integrated vegetation management showcased at SALTEX: As the final herbicide treatments of the 2017 season are applied, it is time to start considering next year’s integrated vegetation management programmes, and SALTEX is an excellent opportunity to speak to the experts at Bayer for advice and guidance on this.   The BASIS-qualified Bayer Turf and Amenity Solutions […]

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Holly Daulby

EGO Goes Pro At SALTEX

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EGO Goes Pro At SALTEX: After just three years, during which time it has helped pioneer the battery revolution in garden equipment, EGO Power+ is taking its industry leading 56volt cordless system, designed like no other, further in to the professional market with its new x-series range. EGO Power+, has securely established itself as the […]

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Katja Benischke

SALTEX Provides Perfect Platform For STIHL

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Stand: HO70 STIHL’s Lithium-Ion PRO Cordless product range will be showcased at Saltex, the UK’s largest event for the grounds care sector, offering contractors the durability and longevity needed to handle the toughest jobs. Taking centre stage will be STIHL’s new FSA 130s, powerful and lightweight brushcutters specifically designed for working on large areas of […]

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Colin Hoskins

Record-Breaking Number Of Entries To IOG Awards

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Record-Breaking Number Of Entries To This Year’s IOG Awards: The finalists have been announced from a record-breaking entry to this year’s prestigious Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) Industry Awards 2017. Now in its ninth year, the awards – which enjoy headline sponsorship by Rigby Taylor and Top Green – acknowledge the passion, dedication and challenges faced […]

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Katrina Wallace

Visit Makita UK At SALTEX 2017

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Visit Makita UK At SALTEX 2017: Makita UK will be returning to Saltex this year which takes places at the NEC in Birmingham 1-2 November 2017.  Makita will be on stand K190d within the BALI Zone. The BALI Zone features and promotes leading BALI Registered Affiliate and Contractor members.  Also confirmed for 2017 are Boningale Nurseries, M&M […]

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Helen Waite

STRI Group Announce Research Day Dates

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STRI Group announce Research Day dates: STRI Group has announced the dates for its free annual Research Day event, hosted at its world-class facilities in West Yorkshire. Greenkeepers, grounds staff, course managers, stadium managers and other sportsturf professionals are all invited to attend the open days on the 20th and 21st of September. On the days STRI consultants […]

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Tony Hawkins

Countax And A Race To The Rescue

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Countax And A Race To The Rescue: Every year, universities from around the world compete to build a single seat race car for autocross or sprint racing. Formula Student is Europe’s most established educational motorsport competition, backed by industry and high-profile engineers such as Ross Brawn OBE.  The competition aims to develop innovative young engineers and […]

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Lucy Nicholls

SALTEX 2017 Visitor Registration Now Open

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SALTEX 2017 ‘Your Industry, Your Show’ Visitor Registration Now Open The countdown to Europe’s largest annual turf management event has officially begun, marked by the opening of online visitor registration. SALTEX 2017 takes place at the NEC, Birmingham, from 1-2 November, and has already attracted over 250 exhibitors – a number that’s set to grow further in […]

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Kate Hopkins

Question Time At SALTEX

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The Amenity Forum will once again be hosting its ever popular Question Time at SALTEX 2017. The event is modelled upon the BBC programme where a panel of people drawn from the sector respond to audience questions on a range of topical issues concerning amenity management. Professor John Moverley OBE, Independent Chairman of the Forum, […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Groundsmen Bowled Over By ICL Independent School Seminar

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Groundsmen bowled over by latest ICL Independent School Seminar: Fifty groundsmen from independent schools throughout southern England and the Midlands were presented with a wealth of useful advice and information at the latest ICL seminar, which was held at Edgbaston Stadium – home to Warwickshire CCC and the Birmingham Bears. Aimed specifically at turf professionals working […]

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Ella Boyden

Jacobsen and AGCSA Deliver Successful Future Turf Managers’ Initiative

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The AGCSA, in conjunction with Jacobsen, held another Future Turf Managers’ Initiative, after the success of the inaugural event in Australia last year. With help from the NZGCSA, delegates from New Zealand were also selected to take part in this joint venture. The FTMI took place at the 33rd Australian Turfgrass Conference and Trade Exhibition […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey Turf Care Systems Conquer Europe

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Campey Turf Care Systems conquer Europe with 2017 Renovation Tour: The Campey Turf Care Renovation Tour ended in Rotterdam, Holland, with the highly successful 7 week event educating turf professionals on renovation best practise. There was an average of 60 groundsmen and greenkeepers across each event, giving Campey a strong platform to educate using cutting edge […]

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Richard McKeever

Celebrating Public Parks

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Celebrating Public Parks And Revaluing Their Contribution To Community Health And Wellbeing National Have a Field Day 8th July  to demonstrate public support for parks  Visit your local park this weekend – you’ll feel happier and healthier as a result  Have a Field Day on Saturday 8th July is a celebration of the UK’s parks […]

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Georgina Scott

TYM Tractors Debut At The Game Fair 2017

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TYM Tractors Debut At The Game Fair 2017 – Reesink Turfcare is bringing TYM tractors to the 59th Game Fair in Hertfordshire on 28 to 30 July 2017 for the first time. The event, which is billed as the nation’s largest celebration of the Great British countryside, draws a large crowd of people from the woodland […]

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Louise Prettyman

Replay Travel To Iceland To Deliver Talk On Synthetic Surfaces

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Replay travel to Iceland to deliver talk on synthetic surface maintenance – A team from Replay Maintenance were recently invited to deliver a seminar, entitled ‘The Maintenance of Artificial Turf’, to a select congregation at the Kórinn Stadium in Iceland.  As the take up of Football increases in Iceland, so does the market for synthetic […]

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Lucy Nicholls

Dennis And SISIS Announce Cricket Renovation Event

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Dennis and SISIS announce Cricket renovation event – Dennis and SISIS have announced that they will be hosting a cricket renovation event at St Albans School, Woollam Trust Playing Fields on Tuesday 18 July 2017. This event follows on from the hugely successful ‘For the Groundsmen by The Groundsmen’ series of seminars that started in 2011 and have […]

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A floating football Pitch Is Being Built In Cardiff Bay

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 A floating football pitch is being built in Cardiff Bay as part of the Champions League festival, and will be open between June 1 and June 4. Whilst there is always a football pitch built as part of the festival, this is the first floating pitch that has been built. On Friday, June 2, it […]

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Steve Mitchell

Royal Birkdale Gets Ready For The Open

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Royal Birkdale gets ready for The Open. Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport hosts the 146th Open Championship this July, which will be the 10th time it has been held at this stunning links course north of Liverpool. Since the first Open here in 1954, the course has been, alongside Royal Lytham, the most regular venue […]

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Georgina Scott

Reesink And Aquatic Test The Waters With Free Irrigation Training Day

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Reesink And Aquatic Test The Waters With Free Irrigation Training Day – Positive feedback means this event could be the first in a series. Experts in turf maintenance equipment Reesink Turfcare and turf irrigation specialists Aquaturf Solutions held a free Turfcare Professionals Irrigation Training Day in Dublin this spring to teach course managers how to identify […]

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CharmianRobson

Campey 3 Day Pitch Renovation At Greenock Morton FC

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Campey Turf Care Systems three day Mini Pitch Renovation at Greenock Morton Football Club open to all. Campey Turf Care Systems are carrying out a three-day mini pitch renovation at Scottish Championship side, Greenock Morton Football Club, from Tuesday 30th May to Thursday 1st June. Campey would like to extend an open invitation to all groundsmen […]

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Turf Matters

Nominations Open For 2017 IOG Industry Awards

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Nominations Open For 2017 IOG Industry Awards. Nominations are now being accepted for this year’s Institute of Groundsmanship Industry Awards, with 22 categories of entry recognising the passion, dedication and challenges faced by grounds staff in both grassroots and professional sports, and including a series of new and ‘refreshed’ categories in response to industry feedback. […]

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ClearWater is Number One at BTME 2017!

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Highspeed Group is focusing on their Number One product ClearWater and sees BTME 2017 as the ideal platform to build on the last twelve months success. Highspeed Group’s joint M.D. David Mears commented: “BTME is always an excellent show for us and 2016 exceeded expectations with us taking a record number of ClearWater enquiries. For […]

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HUXLEY GOLF INSTALLS PRACTICE AREA FOR UK’S JUNIOR CHAMPIONS

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Huxley Golf was commissioned by Merchiston Castle School near Edinburgh to strengthen its on-campus golf facilities with a comprehensive all-weather practice zone. The leading independent boys’ school is known for its high level sporting programme and has its own Golf Academy at the nearby Kings Acre Golf Course. Led by PGA Professional Alan Murdoch, Merchiston […]

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Britain Guaranteed Representation at World Cup Final 2018

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Britain will be guaranteed representation at the World Cup Final in 2018 no matter what the result between England and Scotland on Friday night. Luzhniki Stadium’s pitch in Moscow has been laid by British company SIS Pitches using the revolutionary SISGrass and was completed for handover earlier this month. The brand new SISGrass hybrid surface […]

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