Over the last two months, the Amenity Forum has been on tour across the UK holding some 13 free events aiming to update those involved in the amenity sector of current issues and matters related to weed, pest and disease control. Some 450 people attended in total and the topics discussed were wide ranging. However”>
The EFL has announced the winners of the Grounds Team of the Season award for 2016/17 in each of the three divisions.
The awards recognise the importance of the quality of pitches for professional football and acknowledge the clubs and their ground staff who consistently produce the best playing surfaces in the EFL.
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Grass expert, Barenbrug UK, has launched a new wildflowers advice guide alongside a refreshed range of 14 wildflower mixtures.
The free guide provides practical information—for landscapers and local authorities—on evaluating soil fertility, planning for sowing, maintenance tips, and choosing the right mixture for your environment.
Around 15,000 hectares of unimproved grassland are believed to remain nationwide. This figure is”>
Rigby Taylor Ltd and Ground Water Dynamics (GWD) offer sports turf surfaces a revolutionary new vertical drainage system. Already, GWD has secured some blue-chip clients including:
- Ascot Racecourse
- Silverstone Race Circuit
- Fulham Football Club
- Edgbaston Cricket Ground
- East Midlands Airport
GWD is suitable for all soil types and provides the opportunity to manage surface water run-off, nuisance groundwater and localised flooding. Most importantly, rainfall can be dealt with at “source” with no requirement to link up with storm-drains or sewers
As the National stadium of Wales the Principality stadium has to play host not only the country’s rugby team, but also its football, while in the “non grass” season it plays host to a range of different events from rock and pop concerts to speedway and monster trucks. The grounds team led by Head Groundsman”>
