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Agronomic Services celebrates success with Hull KR

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Agronomic Services celebrates success with Hull KR: David Snowden (MD) and Angus McRae (Sales Manager) of Agronomic Services Ltd, were thrilled to have the pleasure of visiting Sewell Group Craven Park, the home of Hull KR, to get a closer look at their recently won Challenge Cup. The invite was extended by Anthony Brockwell (Head Groundsman) and Phil Stow (Operations and Facilities Manager).

The Challenge Cup was first contested in 1897 and is regarded as the oldest, and most prestigious, trophy in world rugby. Hull KR’s triumph was a proud moment for both the club and the city. After establishing a successful relationship over the past 7 years, David and Angus were honoured to behold the cup and participate in the success of the club winning this esteemed historical award.

Agronomic Services celebrates success with Hull KR

Agronomic Services celebrates success with Hull KR

During the celebrations, there was a chance to reflect on the dedication to behind-the-scenes work that keeps Hull KR playing on a pitch capable of withstanding the intense physical demands of elite rugby league.

Through close collaboration between Anthony and Agronomic Services, using a combination of Floratine and Agronomics products, the grounds team continue to produce excellent playing services in both their training facilities and stadium.

Hull KR’s next challenge will be preparing the pitch prior to welcoming Cold Play who will perform at Craven Park in August. The pitch, which will be under cover for eleven days, will then receive a full recovery package.

Agronomic Services Ltd would like to reiterate their huge congratulations to everyone involved at Hull KR for their unforgettable win.

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PSD Groundscare Powers Ahead with Groundsfest Success

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PSD Groundscare Powers Ahead with Groundsfest Success: PSD are proud to announce a hugely successful appearance at Groundsfest 2025, where the stand attracted exceptional visitor footfall and generated widespread interest across the full machinery range on display.

Supported by our valued manufacturers, we were delighted to showcase an extensive portfolio of professional groundcare and landscaping solutions, highlighting both innovation and reliability. Visitors were able to explore the breadth of our established product line as well as experience exciting new product launches, including:

PSD Groundscare Powers Ahead with Groundsfest Success

PSD Groundscare Powers Ahead with Groundsfest Success

  • EcoTech Hornet – A state-of-the-art, front-mounted flail remote-controlled tracked mower, purpose-built for high grass and the toughest terrain. With an adjustable track width and robust engineering for extreme mowing conditions, the Hornet delivers outstanding performance in overgrown vegetation and demanding environments.
  • ELIET EcoCure Topdresser – An advanced topdressing solution engineered to improve soil health and elevate turf quality, all while minimizing the workload for grounds teams. With a material spread of up to 8 metres, it allows for fast and efficient coverage of extensive areas.
  • SABO Professional Roller Mowers – Available in petrol and battery-powered models, these mowers deliver the premium striped finish contractors and groundskeepers expect, backed by durability and precision engineering. The battery model is ideal for stadiums and sports facilities while the petrol model is perfect for professional landscapers and contractors. There is also a universal lawn brush which features front mounted tines which loosen thatch, moss and organic matter, while the plastic brush bar lifts the grass blades which is perfect for sports stadium mowing.

Also making its UK debut, the SABO MowIt – a battery-powered large-area mower – wowed visitors with its versatility, featuring remote-control, semi-autonomous, and fully autonomous operation. Perfect for public parks, sports and recreation grounds, golf courses, and solar parks.

The response from both new and long-standing customers was overwhelmingly positive, with widespread recognition for the variety, build quality, and innovation across the PSD product range.

Stuart Mercer, Sales Director at PSD Groundscare, commented:
“Groundsfest 2025 has been a fantastic platform to engage with professionals across the industry. The level of interest in our machinery – particularly the EcoTech Hornet, the expanding SABO range, and our growing portfolio of battery-powered solutions – highlights the increasing demand for reliable and sustainable equipment. We are delighted with the feedback and look forward to supporting our customers as they take these innovations into the field.”

PSD Groundscare thanks all visitors, manufacturers, and partners for their support in making Groundsfest 2025 such a success. The event reinforces our ongoing commitment to delivering innovative, high-performance solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of grounds maintenance professionals.

For more information about the full PSD product range, please visit: www.psdgroundscare.com

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GreenMech takes Koala from start-up to success

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GreenMech takes Koala from start-up to success: As the operations of family-run arb firm Koala Tree Care have grown, as has their relationship with GreenMech – with two efficient and easy-to-maintain woodchippers working hard on jobs across North Somerset.

The most recent addition to their fleet is the turntable Eco 135TT which, running alongside a gravity-fed CS100, provides an economical and safe solution to domestic tree work.

GreenMech takes Koala from start-up to success

GreenMech takes Koala from start-up to success

Callum Emery founded Koala Tree Care in 2019 and, with the assistance of twin brother Aaron, provide a one-stop shop for all aspects of tree, hedge and general garden maintenance to customers in and around Bristol. With client demand increasing, the business quickly outgrew its small initial chipper and needed equipment that could keep pace with their growth.

Their first upgrade was to a compact, yet capable, CS100 from GreenMech. Ideal for working in tight spaces such as residential gardens, the CS100 offers the quick processing of branches and brash of up to 4”. But with workload still on the rise, the time was right to add an even bigger machine to their fleet in the form of the Eco 135TT.

“Our GreenMech machines have made a massive difference to our workflow” comments Callum. “While the CS100 is still used frequently because of its ability to be wheeled through a house where no external access is available, the investment in the Eco 135TT makes light work of larger jobs. The turntable is such a useful feature – this machine is used most days and is rarely ever used in the straight position! We can alter the chipper to any angle for safe and convenient feeding, and ensure the chippings cleanly make their way into the truck.”

Another thing Callum praises is the ease of maintenance. “Looking after both of these machines is incredibly simple. The Eco 135TT features their disc-blade chipping system which enables me to turn the blade three times before the need to resharpen – which I can also do myself with GreenMech’s disc blade sharpener. This means we can keep downtime to a minimum and keep our busy diary on schedule.”

Processing large and heavy branches with ease, it isn’t just the performance of the ECO 135TT that has impressed the brothers – the service from local GA Groundcare has also been ranked as first rate. “Everything with the purchase and the delivery of the machine in May was really simple.” He adds, “The team at GA, especially Matt Textor and Ashley Stevens, go above and beyond to make sure we’re getting the most out of our machines and are quick to answer any queries or questions we might have.”

For more information on the cost-effective Eco woodchipper series, visit www.greenmech.co.uk

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Wildwood Machinery’s first Open Day a success

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Wildwood Machinery’s first Open Day a success: A host of the biggest brands in ground and turfcare were on show at Wildwood Machinery’s first Open Day, at East Horton Golf Club on 3 July, attended by groundcare professionals and buyers from across Southern England.

Wildwood Machinery Managing Director, James Bastian said: “We put on the Open Day to thank our partners, suppliers, staff and customers. It was an opportunity to showcase our growing range of state-of-the-art machinery, and I wanted to do it in an environment where everyone could relax and have a bit of fun, but also try putting the machinery through its paces.”

Wildwood Machinery’s first Open Day a success

Wildwood Machinery’s first Open Day a success

“We’re very lucky that East Horton Golf Club is a core part of our family business and it proved to be the perfect venue. Lots of our guests were also able to enjoy a round of golf as part of the day – a perfect mix of business and pleasure!”

“We can all sit at our desks sending emails and making phone calls”, says James, “but ultimately, we want the end user to get their hands on this equipment and see just how good it is.”

Manufacturers showcasing their wares included: Aspen, DeWalt, ECHO Robotics, Gambetti Amenity & Golf, INFINICUT, ISEKI, Jacobsen, Ransomes, Raymo, RovMo, Stogger and Wessex International.

According to James Bastian, the Wildwood Machinery Open Day was “such a huge success that we’re already looking forward to doing it again next year – but bigger and better!”

“The whole environment had a lovely vibe about it today. We’ve had great support from our manufacturers and our customers have turned out in force. What more could we have asked for?”

The next major event for Wildwood Machinery, marking the company’s rapid growth since launching in 2022, is the opening of a purpose-built new showroom and headquarters on the East Horton site, scheduled for late 2025.

With a growing number of elite sports clubs, local authorities, estates and schools tapping into Wildwood’s unmatched range of manufacturer partnerships and reliable after-sales service, the business has grown steadily throughout 2025, necessitating more showroom and workshop space.

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The Workhorse Behind Toberona Stables’ Success

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The Workhorse Behind Toberona Stables’ Success: For Paul Nolan and his team at Toberona Stables in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford, the Avant 423 compact loader has proven to be an indispensable asset in managing their busy equine operations.

Specialising in training racehorses, Toberona Stables accommodates over 60 horses in training, with an additional 50-60 horses on-site for resale. The farm transitioned from sheep and tillage farming to a full-fledged racing yard just a few decades ago, and the Avant 423 has been essential to their ongoing success.

The Workhorse Behind Toberona Stables’ Success

The Workhorse Behind Toberona Stables’ Success

“We’ve been doing this for 30 years now,” explains Paul. “We used to farm sheep and do tillage, but we decided to make the switch to horses. We are now a full horse farm with a training yard, focusing exclusively on racehorses.” With such a busy operation, efficiency is key, and the Avant 423 has become essential in helping the team streamline daily tasks.

The Avant 423, a compact and highly versatile compact loader, is used extensively throughout the year at Toberona Stables. The machine’s hydrostatic drive system, with just a forward and reverse pedal, makes it incredibly easy to operate, even for those without prior machinery experience.

“We had heard about the Avant and saw one in action, and we really liked what we saw,” says Paul. “We had another machine here before, and it wasn’t nearly as versatile. It was awkward to use, and compared to the Avant, it didn’t match up at all. Now, we couldn’t imagine managing without the Avant. It’s the best machine we’ve ever had on the farm.”

The Avant 423’s compact size makes it ideal for manoeuvring in tight spaces, such as in the stables or along narrow pathways, yet it packs enough power to perform a range of tasks efficiently.

“We use the Avant for a whole range of duties,” Paul notes. “We use it for feeding the horses, pulling trailers with hay, loading barrows with wood chips or shavings, and sweeping the yard. It does a lot of hours every day and is used 365 days a year without fail.”

One of the standout features of the Avant 423 is its versatility, made even more efficient by its range of attachments. Paul and his team use several attachments to tackle the different tasks required on a horse farm.

“We have a brush, a bucket, and a grab,” explains Paul. “The grab is great for mucking out the stables. The brush attachment is a game changer—it sweeps the entire yard and deposits everything into the dung heap. It doesn’t leave anything behind.”

Before acquiring the Avant, the team used other equipment, such as road sweepers, but none proved as effective as the Avant’s brush attachment.

“Before, one man would need a whole day to sweep the yard,” Paul recalls. “We had brushes on the back of the tractor, but they didn’t work half as well as the Avant. It does the work of 3-4 men and gets the job done in no time.

Paul also credits Ferrybridge, the authorised Avant dealer, for providing exceptional service and support. When Ferrybridge first became an Avant dealer, Paul was the first to purchase an Avant machine in the area, and he has never looked back.

“Service is crucial, especially these days when it’s hard to get people round for repairs or maintenance,” Paul says. “Having a good dealer like Ferrybridge has been a blessing. Any issues we’ve had have been resolved within a day, and their service is always first-class. We know we can always count on them.”

The Avant 423 isn’t just about feeding horses and cleaning stables. Paul’s team also uses it for specialised tasks like maintaining the gallops, which are crucial for the horses’ training.

“We use an electric sprayer, which we put in the bucket on the Avant,” says Paul. “We use it to spray the sides of the gallops to control weeds. It’s so easy to drive along with the Avant and spray.”

The Avant 423 has proven itself as a vital tool at Toberona Stables. Its combination of power, versatility, and ease of use has made it the go-to machine for a variety of tasks that keep the yard running smoothly. For Paul and his team, the Avant is more than just a piece of equipment—it’s an essential part of their daily operations.

For more information, please visit www.avanttecno.com/uk

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