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ICL and Syngenta Extend Partnership

March 19, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

ICL and Syngenta Extend Partnership: ICL and Syngenta have renewed their strategic partnership supporting turf professionals in the UK and Ireland and other European turf markets, extending a long-standing collaboration focused on research, product innovation and practical support for the industry. The renewed agreement covers turf and landscape markets including the UK, Ireland, Italy, Germany, […]

FSI B31-980 REMOTE proves the perfect fit for NOMA

March 19, 2026/in Machinery, News, Press Release/by Admin

FSI B31-980 REMOTE proves the perfect fit for NOMA: When working in domestic gardens and areas with restricted access you quickly learn that, when it comes to equipment, size matters! For Liam Simpson, Director of NOMA, finding the right stump grinder wasn’t about getting the biggest machine – it was about getting the right one, […]

ICL and Syngenta Extend Partnership

March 19, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

FSI B31-980 REMOTE proves the perfect fit for NOMA

March 19, 2026/in Machinery, News, Press Release/by Admin

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ICL and Syngenta Extend Partnership

March 19, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

ICL and Syngenta Extend Partnership: ICL and Syngenta have renewed their strategic partnership supporting turf professionals in the UK and Ireland and other European turf markets, extending a long-standing collaboration focused on research, product innovation and practical support for the industry.

The renewed agreement covers turf and landscape markets including the UK, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Austria and Spain. The agreement brings together Syngenta’s research pipeline with ICL’s established technical and distribution networks across these markets, supported by local expertise in each country.

ICL and Syngenta Extend Partnership

The partnership builds on the complementary strengths of both organisations, with a shared focus on turf science, integrated turf management and practical innovation. It reflects a continued commitment to collaboration, clarity and aligned solutions that support the evolving needs of turf professionals across the UK and Ireland.

“We’re looking forward to building on the success of this partnership as we prepare to introduce a new generation of Syngenta products in 2026 and beyond,” said Mehdi Ibenbrahim, Syngenta Professional Solutions Commercial Head for Europe. “These launches will bring fresh solutions to turf professionals across Europe, with a strong focus on performance, sustainability and science-led innovation.”

The collaboration has consistently supported the industry through initiatives such as the Turf Rewards programme and Turf Science Live, an event series that brings practical research, product insight and technical knowledge directly to turf professionals.

Stephen Squires, VP, ICL Regional Business Lead, Turf & Ornamental, said:

“Our partnership with Syngenta has long supported turf managers in the UK and Ireland by combining strong research with practical technical support. Renewing this agreement allows us to continue bringing new innovations to the market while supporting customers with the local expertise and advice they rely on.”

Looking ahead, the agreement will support the introduction of new Syngenta products in 2026 and beyond. These innovations will focus on advancing turf health, improving resource efficiency and helping turf managers address emerging agronomic challenges across a wide range of conditions. Continued investment in research, technical training and industry support will remain central to the partnership.

Please contact ICL on 01473 237100 or visit www.icl-growingsolutions.com

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FSI B31-980 REMOTE proves the perfect fit for NOMA

March 19, 2026/in Machinery, News, Press Release/by Admin

FSI B31-980 REMOTE proves the perfect fit for NOMA: When working in domestic gardens and areas with restricted access you quickly learn that, when it comes to equipment, size matters! For Liam Simpson, Director of NOMA, finding the right stump grinder wasn’t about getting the biggest machine – it was about getting the right one, and the FSI B31-980 REMOTE has proven to be a match for every challenge.

Having founded NOMA Property Services several years ago, Liam built the business from property maintenance into waste removal before expanding into tree work five years ago. Predominately tackling stump clearance in city locations, access is key and, at just 74cm wide, the FSI B31 all-but-eliminates the challenges. “It’s narrow enough to pass through alleyways, garden gates and tight spots – we’ve even, on the odd occasion, tracked the FSI B31 through a customer’s lounge” he explains.

FSI B31-980 REMOTE proves the perfect fit for NOMA

Remote Control, Real Difference

The transportation of the FSI B31 is made even more convenient with the machines full-remote operation which Liam describes as a ‘gamechanger’. “Firstly, this means that the unit only requires one person to move and operate. Secondly, compared to our previous pedestrian machine that required constant manual positioning, the FSI B31 reduces vibration and allows us to stand safely away from the work area, improving comfort and productivity over long working days.”

“Tasks that previously took us four to six hours can now be completed in under an hour” he adds. “We’ve eliminated 17 small stumps in a morning with this machine and, on one occasion, 10 stumps in one session while seated comfortably at a safe distance.”

Increased Safety, Reduced Maintenance

Safety is not only enhanced for the operator with the FSI B31, Liam notes the machine’s rubber guards which effectively contain debris – a priority when working in close proximity to homes, fences and domestic clients. “We of course still use the safety barriers, but the rubber guards on the FSI do such a fantastic job. We see significantly less in the way of stones and debris ejecting unpredictably.”

“We also like the fact the B31 is hydraulically-driven as opposed to belt-driven which reduces maintenance demands. Even though we’ve put the machine through its paces, touch wood, we’ve had no downtime which is critical for keeping our calendar on track” Liam says.

After nearly a year of ownership, the verdict for Liam is clear. “This stump grinder has transformed how we work in domestic settings. The combination of its compact design, remote-control operation and high productivity gives us the very best of all worlds.”

You can learn more about NOMA on Instagram via @noma.ltd and find more information on the FSI Stump Cutter range by visiting fsi-stumpcutters.co.uk

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ICL and Syngenta Extend Partnership

FSI B31-980 REMOTE proves the perfect fit for NOMA

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FSI B31-980 REMOTE proves the perfect fit for NOMA

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ICL and Syngenta Extend Partnership

ICL and Syngenta Extend Partnership: ICL and Syngenta have renewed their strategic partnership supporting turf professionals in the UK and Ireland and other European turf markets, extending a long-standing collaboration focused on research, product innovation and practical support for the industry.

FSI B31-980 REMOTE proves the perfect fit for NOMA

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