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Industry praises decision to move SALTEX

June 17, 2020/in News, Press Release/by Lucy Nicholls

Industry praises decision to move SALTEX: The recent announcement that SALTEX will be rescheduling from November 2020 to Spring 2021, has been met with enthusiastic support from both exhibitors and visitors. The Grounds Management Association (GMA) Board of Directors said that the unanimous decision was based on ensuring the safety of everyone connected with the […]

ICL completes trilogy of webinars

June 16, 2020/in News, Press Release/by Lucy Nicholls

ICL completes trilogy of webinars: ICL have recently completed a trilogy of online webinars which explored a broad range of invasive species and offered several innovative solutions. Invasive plants are an increasing challenge for society, not least in the non-agricultural weed control (amenity) sector. Barry Browne ICL’s Landscape and Industrial National Sales Manager and keynote […]

Industry praises decision to move SALTEX

June 17, 2020/in News, Press Release/by Lucy Nicholls

ICL completes trilogy of webinars

June 16, 2020/in News, Press Release/by Lucy Nicholls

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Industry praises decision to move SALTEX

June 17, 2020/in News, Press Release/by Lucy Nicholls

Industry praises decision to move SALTEX: The recent announcement that SALTEX will be rescheduling from November 2020 to Spring 2021, has been met with enthusiastic support from both exhibitors and visitors.

The Grounds Management Association (GMA) Board of Directors said that the unanimous decision was based on ensuring the safety of everyone connected with the event and to provide the respite required to readjust to changing professional and personal circumstances. Furthermore, the GMA Board, believes that by acting now, it will allow everyone to plan as effectively as possible and help the industry to regroup and recover.

Industry praises decision to move SALTEX

The announcement has been well received by exhibitors and those working in the industry who have praised the timing of the decision.

“We are pleased to see the GMA take decisive steps to deal with the growing doubt and anxiety about SALTEX going ahead in November. It would have been a difficult decision for a variety of reasons, but for us the right one to remove uncertainty and replace it with a forward date that we can look forward to with optimism. Early March keeps us in the ‘pre-season’ window to be able to give focus to the exhibition before the pressures of the season takeover,” said David Cole, managing director of Reesink Turfcare.

David’s views are echoed by Caroline Shaw, European marketing manager for Trimax Mowers: “The decision to postpone the largest show of the year couldn’t have been easy but the decisive action, coupled with the determination to put the health and well-being of our industry professionals first, is something we are proud to support.”

Roger Moore, sales and marketing manager for Dennis and SISIS said: “At Dennis and SISIS we agree with the decision. In these difficult times the industry will need its trade show and we believe that the postponement until March 2021 is the right decision for both exhibitors and visitors.”

Tom Shinkins, operations manager at GKB Machines, believes that the new dates could be advantageous: “It’s a great decision to move SALTEX to March 2021. The GMA has had to think about people’s safety and the government restrictions put in place but I believe the new dates will actually be more beneficial because we’ll be able to arrange demonstrations with prospective new customers straight after the show.

“With the show previously in November, we would meet lots of visitors on our stand but quite often we would not be able to carry out demonstrations for them until the new year due to the unpredictable weather. Now we will have the whole of Spring to visit SALTEX customers.”

Social media channels and online forums were flooded with industry professionals who also welcomed the announcement:

“It’s a sensible decision which allows everyone to concentrate on the here and now and then focus for 2021,” said Neil Stubley, head of courts and horticulture at the All English Lawn and Tennis Club, Wimbledon.

Karl McDermott, head groundsman at Lord’s, said: “Sad news but the right decision. I always see SALTEX as a great way to finish off the cricket season but now it is going to be a nice warmup for next season. I’m looking forward to March 2021.”

Landscaper Greg Francis was also positive about the decision: “I’m looking forward to it. It’s a much better time of year for the gardeners because during the months of October/November it is non-stop leaf clearance,” he said.

Speaking on behalf of the GMA Board, Geoff Webb, CEO at the GMA commented: “We would like to thank our exhibitors, visitors, partners and suppliers for their support and patience during this challenging time. It has been highly encouraging to see the industry come together and support the GMA’s decision.

“We feel we have acted quickly, working hard to secure these new Spring dates, in order to deliver the event the industry deserves.”

Early indications for SALTEX 2021, the show’s 75th anniversary, are extremely positive after show organisers reported a record-breaking loyalty period, stand upgrades and an influx of debut exhibitors. It comes off the back of the most successful SALTEX to date which saw a record breaking 9,104 visitors attend the 2019 event.

SALTEX will take place on 3 and 4 March 2021 at the NEC, Birmingham.

For more information visit www.gmasaltex.co.uk

To view further industry support and quotes visit – https://www.gmasaltex.co.uk/industry-shows-support-quotes-for-new-saltex-dates/

Follow SALTEX on Twitter @GMA_SALTEX and Facebook – www.facebook.com/GMASALTEX

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ICL completes trilogy of webinars

June 16, 2020/in News, Press Release/by Lucy Nicholls

ICL completes trilogy of webinars: ICL have recently completed a trilogy of online webinars which explored a broad range of invasive species and offered several innovative solutions.

Invasive plants are an increasing challenge for society, not least in the non-agricultural weed control (amenity) sector. Barry Browne ICL’s Landscape and Industrial National Sales Manager and keynote speaker Dr Dan Jones, Managing Director of Advanced Invasives, were on hand to provide expert advice throughout the webinars.

ICL completes trilogy of webinars

The first in the series focussed on Japanese Knotweed which is perhaps the best-known invasive plant species in the UK; this is in large part a consequence of invasive knotweeds possessing a range of biological properties that make them exceedingly difficult to manage.

The webinar explored how invasive knotweed biology and ecology creates a unique set of legislative, legal and management challenges and the solutions to which require evidence-based, pragmatic solutions.

By reviewing Advanced Invasives exclusive academic and commercial field trial research and publications, Dan provided practical, long-term, and sustainable recommendations for invasive knotweed management at all scales.

Himalayan Balsam and Giant Hogweed were the focus in the second edition of the invasive plant webinars. These species cause negative ecological and socioeconomic impacts and in the case of Giant Hogweed, it is also toxic to humans and livestock.

In this webinar Dan explored the biology and ecology of Himalayan Balsam and Giant Hogweed, highlighting how and why they have spread so successfully, but he also identified weak points that can be exploited for their effective management. Using Advanced Invasives exclusive commercial field trial research and unique case studies, delegates gained a better understanding of how these species can be practically applied to deliver effective long-term control and management, using less herbicide and labour.

In the final instalment of the series, Dan examined the woody invasive plants Buddleja (Butterfly Bush) and Rhododendron. He clarified how Butterfly Bush causes significant impacts in the built environment and revealed that Rhododendron is more problematic in upland conservation areas. Despite differences in the environments in which they are commonly found, Dan further explained that these species share a common growth strategy and remain popular ornamental species that are widely planted in the UK.

Ultimately this webinar examined how the evidence underpinning the management of these plants is presently incomplete, leading to the application of ineffective and/or costly management methods and herbicides, resulting in control programme failure. Reviewing the academic and industry literature in the context of Advanced Invasives exclusive research, Dan suggested how practical, long term, management of woody invasive weeds can be better achieved at all scales, at lower environmental and economic cost.

The large online audience across the three webinars consisted of a wide range of sectors which included horticulturists, landscapers, amenity grounds managers plus personnel from the infrastructure and construction sector.

“Seeing so many people attend these webinars was incredibly positive,” said Barry. “We had a range of really great questions from the attendees. The questions covered the ecology of the plants, some specific questions on how best to manage them and other queries regarding how other alternative methods work or do not work. It was good to engage with a wide audience of people that have such a diverse range of interests in invasive plants.

“I’d like to think that attendees would have come away from the webinars with a greater understanding of these invasive species and from a practitioners point of view they would have gained a greater insight into what products will work effectively, when they will work effectively and why they will work effectively. They will now be able to avoid using treatments that are not going to work.”

Recordings of the full webinars along with the question and answer sessions have been recorded and are available to view:

Japanese Knotweed webinar video: https://bit.ly/ICLJKWv

Japanese Knotweed webinar Q & A video: https://bit.ly/ICLJKWvQ

Managing Herbaceous Invasive Plants and their Seed Banks: https://bit.ly/ICLmhip

Managing Woody Weeds webinar: https://bit.ly/ICLMWW

Managing Wood Weeds Q & A video: https://bit.ly/ICLMWWq

Further information on the products discussed during the webinars can be found on the ICL website:

Roundup ProVantage: www.icl-sf.com/uk-en/products/turf_amenity/roundup-provantage/

Roundup ProActive: www.icl-sf.com/uk-en/products/turf_amenity/roundup-proactive/

Icade: www.icl-sf.com/uk-en/products/turf_amenity/icade/

Synero: www.icl-sf.com/uk-en/products/turf_amenity/synero/

Speedway Total: www.icl-sf.com/uk-en/products/turf_amenity/speedway-total

Please contact ICL on 01473 237100 or visit www.icl-sf.co.uk or www.icl-sf.ie if you are in Ireland.

For more news and insightful views, you can follow ICL on Twitter @ICL_Turf

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Industry praises decision to move SALTEX

ICL completes trilogy of webinars

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Industry praises decision to move SALTEX

Industry praises decision to move SALTEX: The recent announcement that SALTEX will be rescheduling from November 2020 to Spring 2021, has been met with enthusiastic support from both exhibitors and visitors.

ICL completes trilogy of webinars

ICL completes trilogy of webinars: ICL have recently completed a trilogy of online webinars which explored a broad range of invasive species and offered several innovative solutions.

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