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Golf It! and Toro make golf more accessible

May 12, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Golf It! and Toro make golf more accessible Community-focused golf facility Golf It! in Scotland has reinforced its long-standing relationship with The Toro Company following a recent investment in two Vista passenger vehicles and further enhancing its commitment to accessibility and inclusion. The newly acquired Vista vehicles will play a key role in the facility’s […]

GreenBest Launches the SmartLawn ProCast 20 Rotary Spreader

May 12, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

GreenBest Launches the SmartLawn ProCast 20 Rotary Spreader GreenBest has announced the launch of the SmartLawn ProCast 20, the company’s first pedestrian rotary spreader developed specifically for professional lawn care operators. Designed for the accurate and efficient application of granular fertilisers, seed, and other granular products, the ProCast 20 expands the SmartLawn range beyond fertilisers […]

Golf It! and Toro make golf more accessible

May 12, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

GreenBest Launches the SmartLawn ProCast 20 Rotary Spreader

May 12, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

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Golf It! and Toro make golf more accessible

May 12, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Golf It! and Toro make golf more accessible

Community-focused golf facility Golf It! in Scotland has reinforced its long-standing relationship with The Toro Company following a recent investment in two Vista passenger vehicles and further enhancing its commitment to accessibility and inclusion.

Golf It! and Toro make golf more accessible

The newly acquired Vista vehicles will play a key role in the facility’s Golfers with a Disability Programme, enabling groups of disabled, blind and partially sighted golfers to navigate the course comfortably alongside a coach.

“These vehicles play a vital role in allowing us to open up accessibility,” says Alyson McKechin, Head of Golf It!. “They are easy to access, comfortable and allow us to deliver a more inclusive experience. Our aim is to open up opportunities for fresh air, exercise and improvements in both physical and mental wellbeing, while also building confidence among participants.”

The greenkeeping team at Golf It! in Glasgow has relied on Toro machinery to maintain the nine-hole course to a high standard since it opened in August 2023. The decision to invest further in Toro equipment was a natural progression, particularly considering the company’s ongoing support of a successful apprenticeship greenkeeper programme at the venue.

The partnership with Toro has supported the development of future talent through apprenticeships. Four individuals have successfully completed the programme, including Lucy Millar, who has since secured a full-time role at St Andrews Links Trust.

“Toro’s support goes beyond machinery,” Alyson confirms. “Its investment in people through apprenticeships has made a real difference. Continuing this relationship was an easy decision for us.”

In the last three years Golf It! has exceeded expectations welcoming more than 200,000 visitors through its doors. The facility has successfully connected with the local community, particularly families and children.

“At Golf It!, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do,” Alyson continues. “We’ve worked hard to remove barriers to entry — there’s no membership requirement, and visitors can simply pay to play or load credit onto an account to access all the facilities.”

This accessible approach has contributed to 43 percent of users being beginners, highlighting the venue’s success in introducing new audiences to the sport. Its schools’ programme has delivered golf experiences to over 20,000 pupils, while recent research estimates its social value at £20.8 million in 2025, underlining its impact on community wellbeing and engagement.

As Golf It! looks ahead, its focus remains on expanding access, fostering inclusivity and continuing to build meaningful partnerships that benefit both the game of golf and the wider community.

It is something Toro and its distributor, Reesink Scotland, consider a great honour to be involved in, says Ross Neil, who arranged delivery of the machines. “It’s hard to put into words the value these vehicles will bring to members of the Golfers with a Disability Programme’s community — they just needed a way to access the sport, and now they have it.”

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GreenBest Launches the SmartLawn ProCast 20 Rotary Spreader

May 12, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

GreenBest Launches the SmartLawn ProCast 20 Rotary Spreader

GreenBest has announced the launch of the SmartLawn ProCast 20, the company’s first pedestrian rotary spreader developed specifically for professional lawn care operators.

GreenBest Launches the SmartLawn ProCast 20 Rotary Spreader

Designed for the accurate and efficient application of granular fertilisers, seed, and other granular products, the ProCast 20 expands the SmartLawn range beyond fertilisers and seed, providing contractors with a professional-grade spreader built for day-to-day commercial use.

The SmartLawn ProCast 20 features a 20 kg hopper capacity, precision flow control system, directional spread control, and a heavy-duty chassis designed to withstand regular transport and operation. The spreader has been developed to help operators improve application consistency, reduce product waste, and increase efficiency on larger jobs.

To support customers from day one, GreenBest has also worked closely with the manufacturer to provide full-rate and half-rate spreader settings for all SmartLawn granular fertilisers. These settings are available on product labels, within the SmartLawn product guide, and online via the SmartLawn Spreader Settings page.

Early feedback from customers has also highlighted the spreader’s ease of use, build quality, and value for money.

“From using the spreader, it offers great value for money. It has numerous adjustments, even a side-only option. The construction seems durable, and it takes a good amount of material. The adjustment allows good spread of grass seed too. The push height is good even for me being 6’2. I would recommend this to anyone who wants a reliable machine which is easy to set up.” — Adam Martin, Adam Martin Gardens

Commenting on the launch, James Whittick, Commercial Manager at GreenBest said:

“The SmartLawn ProCast 20 has been developed with professional lawn care operators in mind. Accuracy and consistency are critical when applying granular products, and this spreader gives users greater control while maintaining efficiency across a range of applications.”

The ProCast 20 requires minimal assembly and includes a full user manual, with replacement parts available through the GreenBest sales office.

The launch follows continued expansion of the SmartLawn range, including the introduction of SmartLawn FreshStart Lawn Seed and a hand-held fertiliser spreader in 2025.

For more information about GreenBest’s international expansion or to discuss partnership opportunities, please contact sales@greenbest.co.uk or visit www.greenbest.co.uk.

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