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Greenkeepers selected for agronomy experience

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Greenkeepers selected for agronomy experience: The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) and The R&A have selected 10 ambitious and talented greenkeepers to provide tournament support during five of this year’s biggest championships.

Ten BIGGA members will join the home greenkeeping teams for the hosting of this summer’s R&A championships, including The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush and the AIG Women’s Open at Royal Porthcawl. The greenkeepers will gain experience in elite championship preparation, working alongside the home greenkeeping teams and The R&A’s Championship Agronomy Team.

Greenkeepers selected for agronomy experience

Greenkeepers selected for agronomy experience

The volunteers will be on site at:

  • The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush
  • The Senior Open at Sunningdale
  • The AIG Women’s Open at Royal Porthcawl
  • The Amateur Championship at Royal St George’s and Royal Cinque Ports
  • The Women’s Amateur Championship at Nairn

Each member is selected to participate at one of the championships, where they will be fully embedded into the home greenkeeping team. The entire group will also assemble at Royal Birkdale in April for an education session and will be invited to attend The Open at Royal Portrush, where they will learn about course preparation and the staging of a major championship.

The R&A Championship Agronomy Programme is the latest exclusive offering for members of BIGGA, building on the existing programme of exciting member initiatives, each intended to further the ability and skill of greenkeeping professionals.

The successful BIGGA members selected for 2025 are:

  • Ethan Walker, Enville Golf Club
  • Steven Connolly, Ansty Golf Centre
  • Duncan Sieling, The Richmond Golf Club
  • Kyle Gauld, Whitecraigs Golf Club
  • Geoffrey Seath, Broadstone Golf Club
  • Christopher Szoradi, The Manchester Golf Club
  • Adam Matthews, Minchinhampton Golf Club
  • Jack Hall, Kilworth Springs Golf Club
  • Dean Baily, Heswall Golf Club
  • Bradley Taylor, Beau Desert Golf Club

Adam Newton, Sustainable Championship Agronomy Lead at The R&A, said: “After an extensive application process, we have selected 10 impressive candidates who will gain a great insight into championship agronomy and greenkeeping at some of our most prestigious R&A Championships and a unique educational experience that will support them in their future careers.

“We look forward to developing the programme with BIGGA over future years and ensuring that it represents an aspirational learning experience for its members.”

Jim Croxton, BIGGA CEO, said: “BIGGA members have access to an incredible range of exclusive career-development opportunities and I’m convinced that the R&A Championship Agronomy Programme will soon be held among the upper echelons of those. Our collaboration with The R&A is a real vote of confidence that highlights how well thought-of our members are by the wider industry.

“My congratulations go to the 10 members selected to participate in this first cohort. The emphasis is now on them to make the most of the opportunity and represent our profession and association to the highest standard.

“My thanks also go to The R&A and greenkeeping teams at each of the host venues for the enthusiasm that has brought this programme to fruition.”

For more information about BIGGA and its various activities including how to become a member, visit www.bigga.org.uk

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Greenstripe Groundcare Experience Remarkable Business Growth

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Greenstripe Groundcare Experience Remarkable Business Growth: Over the last two years, Lincoln-based Greenstripe Groundcare has seen remarkable growth, largely thanks to the addition of the Iseki TG6507 compact tractor.

Owner James Pask attributes the company’s increased productivity, efficiency, and premium client base directly to the versatility and performance of this high-specification machine.

Greenstripe Groundcare Experience Remarkable Business Growth

Greenstripe Groundcare Experience Remarkable Business Growth

By incorporating the TG6507 into daily operations, Greenstripe Groundcare has expanded its services, allowing them to take on more high-end contracts, including football clubs and cricket grounds.

The ability to attach high-quality implements and transport them without using a trailer has significantly improved productivity and the quality of work, ensuring that Greenstripe can easily meet the professional aesthetic demands of sports pitches and fine turf maintenance.

“The Iseki TG6507 has been absolutely instrumental in growing the business over the last two years,” says James. “It’s enabled a very significant uplift in productivity, in efficiency of operation, and the reach of the customer that I was trying to bring into the business as well.

“With the quality implements that you can put on to the tractor, the kind of aesthetic that we’re looking for football clubs and cricket fields is much easier to attain, and that’s what has helped us grow”

One of the standout features of the TG6507 is its IQ gearbox, which was a key requirement for James when selecting the tractor. The IQ gearbox allows for smooth, responsive shifting on the go, eliminating the need to set speed with pedals or rely on cruise control. James praises the three-range system, which ensures the right gear ratio is always available.

“This version does have the IQ gearbox, which was a specific want and need of mine over the hydrostatic box,” he explains. “For operating in fields like where I am today, I felt it would be much more convenient, and you’d get much more consistent performance.

“It has actually been an absolute joy to use. I have never been wanting for another ratio to turn around or to push on when I’m going down a straight, so it is a really good transmission.”

Another key factor in Greenstripe’s growth has been the TG6507’s versatility. The C4+ front loader has significantly expanded the range of tasks the business can undertake. From cleaning compost heaps to moving logs and loading trailers using the well-designed joystick controls, it has proven indispensable.

Whilst the productivity and quality produced by using the TG6507 have been standouts for James, his positive Iseki experience began when he first enquired about the tractor with his local Iseki dealer, Chandlers.

“I’ve had absolutely brilliant sales advice and service from Chandlers,” James notes. “When I was looking into buying the machine, I had various questions, which were very well addressed.

“When I took delivery of the machine, the handover was with the Chandlers sales rep and a senior Iseki representative as well, who made the time to come and do several hours walking around the machine to show me how to get the best out of it, and it really was a high-quality experience.”

On his experience overall, James concludes: “I absolutely would recommend the TG6 range, whichever part of the range is suitable for your needs. It has been a phenomenal tool to have.

“It’s manoeuvrability, fuel efficiency, what you can do with the soft controls in the cab when you want to fine-tune what you’re doing with your implement on the back, the versatility of the C4+ front loader, and it is just so reliable as well.

“It hasn’t let me down ever. So, I would say to anybody thinking, actually I need to upscale, should I look at something like this, absolutely go for it.”

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Experience the Future of Lawn Care with Harrier Pro® Tour

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Experience the Future of Lawn Care with Harrier Pro® Tour: We are thrilled to announce the Harrier Pro® Tour, an exclusive event designed for landscape professionals to experience the next generation of lawn care. This tour is a unique opportunity to see how your valuable feedback has shaped the Harrier Pro® series, and to witness the innovative advancements we’ve made.

Discover the Latest in Harrier Pro® Innovation

Join us to explore the groundbreaking new rear roller design that brings a whole new dimension to lawn striping. This innovation sets a new industry standard and promises to make a significant impact on your landscaping projects.

Experience the Future of Lawn Care with Harrier Pro® Tour

Experience the Future of Lawn Care with Harrier Pro® Tour

Craig Hoare, Sales and Marketing Manager, shares his excitement: “We are incredibly excited to bring the Harrier Pro® Tour to landscape professionals across the country. Your feedback has been instrumental in shaping the new Harrier Pro® series, and we can’t wait to show you how these innovations can make a real difference in your work. This tour is a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together.”

Join Us on the Harrier Pro® Tour

The tour will take place across 8 venues from March 3rd to March 14th, 2025. Each event will be informal and relaxed, with light refreshments provided. You will have the chance to meet our engineering and design team, who are eager to discuss how these advancements can help your business thrive.

Make It a Day to Remember

This event is not just about showcasing a product; it’s about giving you the opportunity to get hands-on, ask questions, and connect with the team behind the innovation. We are excited to hear your thoughts and are confident that you will leave with a fresh perspective on how the Harrier Pro® can elevate your work.

Event Details:

Time: 10 am – 3 pm

Venues:

  • March 3rd: Toro UK Limited, Bishops Stortford
  • March 4th: Dale Hill Hotel & Golf Club, Ticehurst
  • March 5th: The Hamworthy Club, Bournemouth
  • March 6th: Fulford Heath Golf Club, Birmingham
  • March 11th: Heyrose Golf Club, Knutsford
  • March 12th: Pavilions of Harrogate, Harrogate
  • March 13th: Newark Showground, Newark

Secure Your Spot Today

We would love to see you there. Visit our website to reserve your place and for full details on each venue. Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up soon to avoid disappointment.

For more information, please visit www.hayter.co.uk

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Experience the future with Baroness at BTME

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Experience the future with Baroness at BTME: Golf course management has entered a new era of efficiency and innovation, the very best of both will be showcased by Baroness on stand 624 at BTME 2025.

Two never-before-seen machines will be making their global debut in Harrogate – combining the craftmanship and industry-leading cut quality renowned with the Baroness brand, with the technology of tomorrow.

Experience the future with Baroness at BTME

Experience the future with Baroness at BTME

Due for release later in 2025, but being showcased at BTME in January, will be the LMB12 battery mower. The LMB12 is a lightweight, battery-operated pedestrian mower, compact at just 42cm in width and ideal for the delicate cutting on slopes such as steep bunker edges or the delivery of precise presentation on ornamental lawns and gardens. Providing the epitome of operator safety, the LMB12 promises the renowned Baroness samurai-sharp cylinder cut in a package which all-but eliminates noise and harmful emissions.

There will also be a first glance at an incredibly exciting expansion to the Baroness portfolio, in the form of the fully-autonomous ULM272 fairway mower. While it remains in early prototype phase, attendees at BTME will be able to see this first machine from their Unmanned Machine Series which is set to become the new industry standard.

Scheduled for launch in 2026, the ULM272 pairs 110-years of manufacturing experience with cutting-edge GPS technology to create a machine that will bring labour savings, boost efficiency and maintain the availability of your expertly skilled workforce.

The solutions for tomorrow will sit proudly alongside the best of what Baroness has to offer today, with machines including the LM551B fairway mower, GM2810A five-deck rotary mower and LM311 all-hydraulic triplex also on display. Another highlight is set to be the AgriMetal GR-660 greens roller. The high-spec yet affordable GR-660 model features a 66” roll width and is equipped with the solid, low-maintenance synchro belt drive system which allows smoother direction transitions.

More information on the entire Baroness range is available by speaking to the technical team, on hand to assist visitors to stand 624 across the three days.

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Experience the Jupiter ATI Grinder at SALTEX

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Experience the Jupiter ATI Grinder at SALTEX: Hunter Grinders, part of the Howardson Group, is thrilled to announce its participation at SALTEX 2024, where it will be showcasing the enhanced Jupiter ATI ‘All-in-One’ Grinder.

The Jupiter ATI Series 5 is a fully automatic relief spin grinder, designed to deliver top-notch precision and consistency in every grind. It features automatic traverse, indexing, and in-feed capabilities, ensuring each operation meets the highest standards of accuracy.

Experience the Jupiter ATI Grinder at SALTEX

Experience the Jupiter ATI Grinder at SALTEX

Key Features of the Jupiter ATI Series:

Fully Automatic Operation: Operates independently, allowing for multitasking and increased efficiency.

Precision Grinding: Meets original manufacturer’s specifications for both cylinders and bottom blades.

Stable and Accurate: Equipped with a cast bed and heavy-duty linear bed rails, ensuring precise grinding.

Operator Safety and Comfort: Liquid coolant system minimises airborne dust and heat, enhancing operator comfort and safety.

Versatile Tool: Includes a 360-degree electric 200kg hoist for additional heavy lifting tasks in the workshop.

Comprehensive Capabilities: Grinds top and front faces of the bottom blade, measures cylinder shaft data, and supports up to a 1067mm (42”) cylinder & bottom blade capacity.

Programmable Grinding: Fully programmable for relief and spin grinding, featuring automatic wheel head docking and cycle countdown.

Robust Construction: Built with a cast bed, liquid coolant system, 240-volt power supply, linear bed rails with self-adjusting bearings, and a slow/soft start spin grinding motor.

Versatile: Capable of sharpening bottom, chipper, rotary and flail blades.

Visit Hunter Grinders at Stand E070 to see how the Jupiter ATI Series 5 can elevate your grinding operations to the next level.

For further information or a no obligation demonstration, please contact Hunter Grinders on 01332 824 777 or visit www.huntergrinders.com

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