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Toro and Reesink rewrite the value equation

April 24, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Toro and Reesink rewrite the value equation For years, the choice seemed straightforward: pay more for genuine parts, or save with aftermarket alternatives. Now, Toro and Reesink are challenging that in a way you might not expect. With a renewed focus on pricing across high-wear, high-impact components, Toro is making genuine performance more accessible than […]

Attraxor Delivers Striking Results at Bedford School

April 24, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Attraxor Delivers Striking Results at Bedford School When George Mills stepped into the role of Head Groundsman at Bedford School just over a year ago, he brought with him a wealth of experience, a passion for turf excellence, and a sharp eye for smart investment. Now, with the help of Agrovista Amenity and the innovative […]

Toro and Reesink rewrite the value equation

April 24, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Attraxor Delivers Striking Results at Bedford School

April 24, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

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Toro and Reesink rewrite the value equation

April 24, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Toro and Reesink rewrite the value equation

For years, the choice seemed straightforward: pay more for genuine parts, or save with aftermarket alternatives. Now, Toro and Reesink are challenging that in a way you might not expect.

Toro and Reesink rewrite the value equation

With a renewed focus on pricing across high-wear, high-impact components, Toro is making genuine performance more accessible than ever. The result is a shift in thinking from upfront cost to overall value. If the upfront cost of genuine is on par with aftermarket, then something else will need to differentiate.

A critical component, under pressure

Let’s take the example of bedknives since they are so relevant to the time of year. Late spring and early summer place relentless demands on mowing equipment: faster growth means more frequent cutting, and more contact between cylinder and bedknife. It’s here that performance is won — or lost.

Michael Hampton, Supply Chain Manager at Reesink Turfcare, says: “Bedknives are precision components that directly determine cut quality. When they wear, the impact is immediate: reduced sharpness, inconsistent finish, and increased stress on the turf. That impacts presentation, turf health and playability when the course is at its busiest.”

Closing the gap

While ‘will-fit’ bedknives have traditionally appealed on price, the gap is no longer what it was. Toro has introduced more competitive pricing across its genuine parts range, meaning the difference at point of purchase has significantly reduced — and in some cases, all but disappeared.

“This shift removes the need for compromise,” says Michael. “Turf managers can now access genuine, precision-engineered parts without the cost barrier that has historically influenced decision-making.”

Built for performance, not just fit

The distinction between genuine and aftermarket goes beyond price though. Toro bedknives are designed as part of a complete cutting system, engineered to deliver consistent contact across the full length of the cylinder. And as everyone knows precision matters.

“Even slight inconsistencies in flatness or material quality can lead to uneven cuts, increased friction, and more frequent adjustments,” says Michael. “Over time, that translates into additional labour, faster wear, and reduced efficiency.”

Toro genuine bedknives including the EdgeMax range are built to maintain sharpness longer, reduce maintenance demands, and deliver a cleaner, more consistent finish under pressure.

Value that goes beyond the invoice

With pricing now more competitive, the conversation shifts to what truly defines value. Fewer adjustments, longer lifespan, consistent performance and reduced downtime – all of which is more than just fewer headaches, it’s saving money.

When measured over a full season, these factors make a significant difference not just to cost, but to productivity and results. Add to that fast, reliable availability including 24-hour delivery on performance parts and the advantage becomes even clearer.

As mowing demands increase, so does the need for dependable performance. Having the right parts in place ready to perform under pressure is essential to maintaining standards.

Michael concludes: “Now the decision is no longer about balancing cost versus quality, or accepting ‘you get what you pay for’, it’s about choosing both.”

Customers are advised to speak to their local Toro dealer or Reesink branch to learn about genuine value, ordering bedknives or to visit reesinkturfcare.co.uk for more parts and servicing support.

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Attraxor Delivers Striking Results at Bedford School

April 24, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Attraxor Delivers Striking Results at Bedford School

When George Mills stepped into the role of Head Groundsman at Bedford School just over a year ago, he brought with him a wealth of experience, a passion for turf excellence, and a sharp eye for smart investment. Now, with the help of Agrovista Amenity and the innovative plant growth regulator Attraxor®, George has been astonished by the transformation on his pitches – particularly the school’s first team rugby pitch.

Attraxor Delivers Striking Results at Bedford School

Coming from a family deeply rooted in the industry, George’s career has seen him lead groundcare operations since the age of 18. His arrival at Bedford School signalled a fresh chapter for the historic site, with George quickly implementing a more efficient, proactive approach to pitch management. Part of that shift involved forging a close working relationship with Agrovista Amenity and Area Sales Manager Charlie Seager.

“Their customer service is second to none,” said George. “Charlie’s support has been brilliant – he’s always there when I need advice, and everything we’ve put down this year has worked well. I’d say he’s as ambitious about turf as I am and that is why we see good results.”

That shared ambition led to a breakthrough this season. Initially cautious due to budget constraints, George trialled Attraxor, supplied by Agrovista Amenity and developed by BASF, on the school’s first team rugby pitch with the primary goal of increasing sward density and improving uniformity by regulating growth evenly and suppressing Poa annua seedhead production. The results, he says, were nothing short of remarkable.

“To be honest, it took a bit of convincing,” George admitted. “Given our limited budget and the size of the site, I was focusing on wetting agents and nutrition. But we agreed to give it a go on just one pitch. We applied it at a relatively low rate – 0.375g, tank-mixed with the fertiliser NovaTec® Solub – and within days, you could see a difference.”

Following the second application in early May, the impact became crystal clear. After a spell of rainfall, the rest of the school’s playing fields began to show Poa seedhead development, while the trial area treated with Attraxor remained visibly cleaner and greener. He went on to apply Attraxor four times overall.

“You could literally see a darker rectangle on the pitch where we’d applied it,” George said. “The difference in seedhead suppression was huge – probably 70 to 80% better compared to untreated areas. I’d never used Attraxor for this purpose before, and the contrast really shocked me.”

Unlike his previous use of the product purely as a time-saving PGR, George now sees Attraxor as a key tool for long-term surface improvement. “It’s not just about slowing growth anymore. At Bedford, we’re using it for the quality benefits – and they’re real.”

In fact, George is already planning to extend the use of Attraxor next season to two historically troublesome pitches on site. “Those pitches have really struggled with Poa ingress since they were built in 2015. I think using a slightly higher rate of Attraxor there could be a game changer.”

For George, the ability to tank mix the product has been another major plus. “It’s ideal for a large site like ours where timing is everything. We just don’t have the luxury of revisiting areas frequently. The fact that we can apply it alongside other inputs really helps us stay efficient.”

Beyond the technical performance, George is quick to praise the support behind the scenes. “You can have the best product in the world, but if you don’t trust the people you’re getting it from or have that backup, it doesn’t matter. For me, the service from Agrovista – and from Charlie – is a huge part of why I choose to work with them.”

With stronger turf, smarter applications, and a clear vision for continual improvement, Bedford School’s grounds are in safe hands and Attraxor is now firmly part of that journey.

For more information about Agrovista UK, visit https://amenity.agrovista.co.uk/

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