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GMA launches 2022 Industry Awards

May 9, 2022/in News, Press Release/by Ollie Swan

GMA launches 2022 Industry Awards: The GMA is inviting nominations to recognise the contribution of volunteers and professionals working across the grounds care industry. Winners will be announced at the association’s annual awards dinner at the Birmingham Vox Conference Centre on 2 November. Marking a return following the outbreak of the pandemic, this year’s awards […]

DLF Seeds a top 20 ‘Climate Friendly Company’

May 6, 2022/in News, Press Release/by Louise Challiss

DLF Seeds a top 20 ‘Climate Friendly Company’: DLF Seeds have been recognised as one of the top 20 most ‘Climate Friendly Companies’ of 2021 in a recent list compiled by European Seed Magazine. Particular mention was given to DLF’s RadiMax facility in Denmark – the world’s largest open-field root screening facility – that is […]

GMA launches 2022 Industry Awards

May 9, 2022/in News, Press Release/by Ollie Swan

DLF Seeds a top 20 ‘Climate Friendly Company’

May 6, 2022/in News, Press Release/by Louise Challiss

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GMA launches 2022 Industry Awards

May 9, 2022/in News, Press Release/by Ollie Swan

GMA launches 2022 Industry Awards: The GMA is inviting nominations to recognise the contribution of volunteers and professionals working across the grounds care industry. Winners will be announced at the association’s annual awards dinner at the Birmingham Vox Conference Centre on 2 November.

Marking a return following the outbreak of the pandemic, this year’s awards ceremony will provide the perfect opportunity to reconnect with industry colleagues and recognise the outstanding performance of individuals and teams across the grounds care sector.

GMA launches 2022 Industry Awards

Nomination categories have been expanded this year to include:

Origin Amenity Solutions Young Grounds Person of the Year
Newcomer of the Year
Kubota UK & Redexim Volunteer Sports Grounds Team/Individual of the Year
Community Sports Grounds Team/Individual of the Year
Bowls / Croquet Grounds Team/Individual of the Year
Best Managed Artificial Surface of the Year
Best Environmental and Sustainability Impact
Professional Cricket Grounds Team of the Year
Infinicut Professional Tennis Courts Grounds Team of the Year
Professional Horse Racing Grounds Team of the Year
Professional Rugby Football League Grounds Team of the Year
Professional Rugby Football Union Grounds Team of the Year
AMS Robotics Professional Football Grounds Team of the Year (A)
SGL Professional Football Grounds Team of the Year (B)
University/College Grounds Team of the Year
Independent School Grounds Team of the Year
International Impact Award

Nominations must be submitted via an online form before 17.00 on Friday 29 July 2022.

Grounds Management Association CEO, Geoff Webb says:

“The association’s Industry Awards has long been a prestigious stage to recognise the achievements of those working in the grounds care sector at all levels. This year’s ceremony feels particularly special after an incredibly challenging few years. The event gives us the opportunity to come together, reflect on what has been achieved, and celebrate those who work tirelessly to make sport possible.”

To discuss sponsorship and other brand partnership opportunities, email Grounds Management Association Director of Commercial and Events, Sarah Cunningham at scunningham@thegma.org.uk.

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DLF Seeds a top 20 ‘Climate Friendly Company’

May 6, 2022/in News, Press Release/by Louise Challiss

DLF Seeds a top 20 ‘Climate Friendly Company’: DLF Seeds have been recognised as one of the top 20 most ‘Climate Friendly Companies’ of 2021 in a recent list compiled by European Seed Magazine.

Particular mention was given to DLF’s RadiMax facility in Denmark – the world’s largest open-field root screening facility – that is leading the way in the research and development of sustainable varieties to tackle one of the most pertinent climate threats, drought.

DLF Seeds a top 20 ‘Climate Friendly Company’

Years before the climate agenda hit the breeding companies, DLF took the bold move of assembling breeders and scientists from across the public and private sectors in the pursuit of advancing seed breeding to suit future climates. Through this consortium DLF built their RadiMax facility, which can test up to 600 plant lines simultaneously in four V-shaped pits, each equipped with a unique irrigation system designed to simulate specific conditions and, in turn, identify the deepest rooting varieties.

With more than five years of research now under their belts, DLF have been able to supply turf and amenity customers with varieties with verified deep rooting and drought stress tolerance. A deeper rooting plant is not only better placed to withstand extended periods without water, it delivers a stronger and more stable sward with lower reliance on inputs. This is because the significant root growth enables the grass to better utilise the water and nutrients naturally found in the soil profile, improving overall nutrient and Nitrogen efficiency.

Of specific interest to the amenity market is the notable developments with key Fescue and Perennial Ryegrass species which have led to the introduction of more sustainable and drought tolerant mixtures such as Johnsons Sports Seed J Fescue mix for golf. The unique combination of cultivars in this 100% fine fescue blend have been chosen specifically to provide high drought and salt tolerance, resistance to disease and a sward that requires lower inputs of water and fertilisers.

The trials at RadiMax also demonstrated how DLF’s 4turf^® tetraploid perennial ryegrass roots faster and deeper when compared to traditional diploid ryegrass. Its rapid root growth and larger root mass makes for a more resilient plant, suited to a wide range of sports turf applications. 4turf^® varieties are incorporated into a number of Johnsons mixtures, including the new Johnson’s J Premier 4Turf, combining 4turf^® tetraploids with traditional perennial ryegrass to create the ultimate winter sport renovation mixture.

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GMA launches 2022 Industry Awards

DLF Seeds a top 20 ‘Climate Friendly Company’

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GMA launches 2022 Industry Awards

GMA launches 2022 Industry Awards: The GMA is inviting nominations to recognise the contribution of volunteers and professionals working across the grounds care industry. Winners will be announced at the association’s annual awards dinner at the Birmingham Vox Conference Centre on 2 November.

DLF Seeds a top 20 ‘Climate Friendly Company’

DLF Seeds a top 20 ‘Climate Friendly Company’: DLF Seeds have been recognised as one of the top 20 most ‘Climate Friendly Companies’ of 2021 in a recent list compiled by European Seed Magazine.

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