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Campey launching UK Tour at SALTEX

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Campey launching UK Tour at SALTEX: Campey Turf Care Systems is planning an exciting UK Road Tour in 2024 and Saltex is providing the platform for dealers and customers, to register your interest in attending a demo day in your area.

A chance to win a free trip to Holland at each event!

For many years Campey has taken a huge number of machines across the water for various educational and sales tours throughout Europe. Most recently was an eight-country demonstration tour visiting 14 venues to provide industry-leading customer support and training.

Campey launching UK Tour at SALTEX

Campey launching UK Tour at SALTEX

Now it is the turn of the UK! The key to the success of all the events is working with turf professionals to solve issues specific to their sport and conditions. For Campey Director Lee Morgado, this is the primary purpose of the in-person demos and is invaluable to what Campey offers.

“Giving people detailed advice on issues specific to them is priceless, and the impact of it really can’t be overestimated,” Lee said. “The challenges groundsmen and greenkeepers face in the UK can vary considerably, so to have the opportunity to talk through those issues can make a difference for them and us because we can learn and adapt from it.”

So, for this reason, Campey has chosen Saltex this year, not only to exhibit a selection of their extensive range of equipment, but to engage with industry professionals on the stand to discuss when and where Campey may be visiting their region. Also, to invite anyone who would like to take part in the tour, and wishes to use their own venue, to talk to their area manager or anyone in the Campey team before the final list is drawn up.

Anyone who registers and attends any of the road shows will have their name automatically put into a raffle to be held at each venue. The top prize is a visit to the Imants and Vredo Head offices in Holland with a tour of the factory to see how these flagship machines are manufactured, followed by traditional Dutch hospitality to make you feel very welcome.  With several runner up prizes too, it’s an opportunity not to be missed.

Campey’s team of product specialists will be available throughout the two days to provide advice on all the machinery in the range, answer questions or have a catch-up over a coffee.

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Ladies European Tour and John Deere partnership

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Ladies European Tour and John Deere partnership: Dénia, Spain, July. 19, 2023 – John Deere and the Ladies European Tour (LET) have extended their longstanding relaDonship with an upgraded three-year partner agreement.

The renewal will elevate the partnership with increased support services and addiDonal investment into the Tour.

Ladies European Tour and John Deere partnership

Ladies European Tour and John Deere partnership

John Deere will provide the LET with agronomy and consultation services, as well as equipment optimisation to ensure the best available services are delivered to the LET players, Tour venues and tournaments.

John Deere and the LET have been partners since 2007 and this renewal means that John Deere will conDnue to be the designated Golf Course Machinery partner of the Tour. The announcement was made on the eve of a brand new 1-million-euro tournament: La Sella Open at the award-winning La Sella Golf Resort & Spa in Denia, Alicante, Spain, where John Deere equipment was used to prepare and maintain the tournament course.

“This new agreement with John Deere will see our global brands working together more closely to further increase the quality and consistency of our championship courses internaDonally,” said LET Commercial Director Fiona Harold. “The commitment from John

Deere builds on our enduring 17-year partnership and highlights our joint objecDve to elevate the women’s game at an exciDng Dme for our industry and our Tour.”

John Deere’s Sales & Marketing Director – Turf & Golf, Carlos Aragonés, commented: “We are incredibly proud to extend our valued collaboration with the Ladies European Tour until 2026. Having John Deere as the preferred equipment supplier of the Ladies European Tour is a great honour and a major opportunity to continue supplying our latest technology and innovations, ensuring we continue to produce the best quality playing surfaces for competitive golf. It has been an exceptional association since its very first day, and we are looking forward to continuing working together and supporting the values we share around the game of golf, including celebrating women in the golf industry as well as those who play the game, sustainability and much more.”

For more information on John Deere visit www.deere.com

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Lord’s hosts exclusive tour

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Lord’s hosts exclusive tour: Lord’s the ‘home of cricket’ in London is hosting a unique opportunity to meet its head groundsman and walk on its hallowed turf.

On 5 July, visitors will go behind the scenes with Lord’s highly respected Head Groundsman Karl McDermott to learn the science and secrets of groundskeeping and behold its collection of cricket related art and memorabilia. The exclusive event showcases the grounds and impeccable work of grounds and turf specialists, in support of Perennial, the charity helping people in horticulture.

Lord’s hosts exclusive tour

Lord’s hosts exclusive tour

Karl McDermott is known for producing top quality international and domestic pitches at World Cup level. He says: “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see all the iconic parts of the grounds and experience some of the most inspiring views in sports. Visitors will walk the pitch and discover the secrets behind keeping the hallowed turf in such pristine condition. This is an extraordinary experience that gives back to the horticultural community.”

Gardens, parks and sporting grounds bring joy to so many, but working in horticulture can be tough. Sadly, many people who work with plants, trees, flowers or grass, and their families, are struggling. To help, the charity Perennial provides free information, advice and support through its website, helpdesk and UK wide team.

Perennial helped Craig, 31, who had worked in grounds maintenance for 10 years. He put his back out during a shift at work and was signed off. Perennial arranged an initial physiotherapy assessment and then referred Craig for face-to-face physio treatment based on his diagnosis. Craig’s back pain improved after physio treatment and he is much happier now as a result. Craig says: “Not being able to do my job was hard to accept and triggered a lot of anxiety and depression. I’m so grateful for the physio sessions for my back pain, they’ve really helped me.”

Perennial’s work with worldclass sporting venues like Lord’s offers unforgettable experiences that many sports fans dream of. The charity is calling for more sporting venues to celebrate grounds people by hosting an exclusive tour.

Perennial Events Manager, Chris Crooker says: “Sporting venues have the opportunity to recognise their grounds people and give back to all those who look after green spaces by hosting a unique and memorable experience that will both delight and educate fans and garden lovers.”

To host an exclusive sports tour for Perennial contact events@perennial.org.uk

Or, to book the Lord’s tour visit perennial.org.uk/lords-cricket-ground

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Toro U.K. and Cyril Johnston tour around Ireland

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Toro U.K. and Cyril Johnston tour around Ireland: Toro U.K. Limited was proud to tour Ireland with Cyril Johnston, their Irish Distributor for both the Hayter and Toro brands. 

A successful tour of both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland saw Toro and Cyril Johnston host Dealers at three venues over a week.  Showcasing the Consumer, Landscape Contractor, Siteworks and Construction products, Dealers were updated on the product ranges and Toro’s plans for the future. They also had the opportunity to get hands on with the product range itself.

Toro U.K. and Cyril Johnston tour around Ireland

Toro U.K. and Cyril Johnston tour around Ireland

Dealers were able to test out for themselves some of the innovative Toro features such as the MyRIDE ® suspension system on the Zero-Turn range, which reduces impacts, bumps and vibrations reaching the operator, resulting in a superior ride.

Dealers also got hands on with the Toro Landscape Contractor and Construction ranges, testing the Z-Master® 7500-D 72” Diesel Zero Turn, TRX-16 Trencher and the new Toro Dingo® TX700, Compact Utility Loader.

Craig Hoare, Toro Sales & Marketing Manager commented that “We are proud to have Cyril Johnston as our exclusive Toro Distributor for both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland and we are pleased to support them and their Dealers, old and new with this tour.  We look forward to growing the brands in the Irish market.”

Tom Black, Managing Director of Cyril Johnston, praised Toro U.K. Limited on their support adding, “I am really looking forward to building on this initial visit. The product range Toro offers us is vast and allows us to offer our Dealers unrivalled opportunities to grow their Dealerships.”

To register interest or find out more, please email  contactcentre@cyriljohnston.com

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European Tour & Toro Renew Partnership

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European Tour & Toro Renew Partnership: The European Tour and The Toro Company have extended their long-term partnership by four years, as the worldwide provider of outdoor environment solutions celebrates its 100th year serving the golf industry.

The renewed agreement takes the European Tour’s relationship with Toro to more than 20 years,   meaning they will continue to supply turf maintenance and irrigation products across the European Tour, Challenge Tour and Staysure Tour in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, as well as servicing the European Tour Destinations portfolio of world class golf venues.

European Tour & Toro Renew Partnership

The agreement is a highlight of a milestone year for Toro as it celebrates a century of innovation in the golf market, which started with the introduction of the industry’s first motorised fairway mower in 1919.

Keith Pelley, Chief Executive of the European Tour, said: “The Toro Company has a long history of excellence in the golf industry, and we are delighted to extend a relationship which is instrumental in presenting host courses across the world in the best possible condition.

“Toro is a company that shares our values in areas such as sustainability and innovation, and we look forward to working with them over the next four years, extending one of our longest-running supplier associations.”

Andy Brown, Senior Sales Manager EMEA at The Toro Company, said: “We are proud to continue our longstanding relationship with the European Tour as official supplier of turf maintenance and irrigation products.

“This has been an important relationship for The Toro Company over the past 20 years, and we look forward to continuing to provide equipment and support. It’s a privilege to have a role in preparing world-class courses for some of the greatest players in the game.”

Toro products that range from mowers and utility vehicles to bunker rakes and irrigation systems, have become synonymous with quality, durability and value. Away from golf, the company’s products are used at venues and events including the Château de Versailles in France, Real Madrid Club de Fútbol in Spain and Walt Disney World® Resort.

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