BAGMA to showcase bolstered member benefits at GroundsFest
The British Agricultural and Garden Machinery Association (BAGMA) are pleased to be returning to GroundsFest in 2026, showcasing their biggest ever range of Service Providers and industry-specific training courses. In a time of continued trading and economic uncertainty, these partnerships offer genuine savings and additional value to every BAGMA membership, with current and prospective members invited to find out more on stand 39.
TP Wood Chippers to unveil all-new ranges at GroundsFest and APF
It’s set to be a very exciting autumn season for the team at TP Wood Chippers! Confirming their attendance at both GroundsFest 2026 and the APF Exhibition, the company are set to officially launch not one but TWO new woodchipper ranges to the UK market, with visitors invited to experience first-hand how TP continues to push the boundaries of performance, reliability and customer-focused innovation.
Win with Aspen Fuel at GroundsFest 2026
Aspen Fuel will be making a popular return to GroundsFest 2026, highlighting the significant benefits for operators, machinery and the environment of switching to alkylate petrol. The technical team will be on hand to answer all of your questions on stand H50, which is also the location to test your strength on the now infamous ‘Aspen Challenge’ – giving attendees a daily chance to win 50L of Aspen Fuel!
TGA calls for consistent 28-day exemption during water restrictions
The Turfgrass Growers Association (TGA), the representative body for professional turfgrass growers in the UK, is calling on all water companies to apply a clear and consistent exemption allowing newly laid turf to be watered for at least 28 days during Temporary Use Bans.
The sweet smell of success
Back in the late 1990s, following the emergence of many superb all-enclosed stadia, we got used to the sight of pitches not living up to their new surroundings. They were tearing up following sliding tackles or completely folding up under the pressure of scrums. Indeed, it was often being built into maintenance budgets that the pitches would be relaid at least twice a season.
