SALTEX

Over 8,000 visitors and 300 exhibitors, the Turf Matters team brings you all the latest gossip from the SALTEX show floor at the NEC, Birmingham. With show features such as Learning LIVE, SALTEX’s all-encompassing education programme, the brand new Innovation Award and Pathology and Soil Science LIVE – there’s plenty to explore!

Turf Matters catch up with The Amenity Forum at SALTEX 2017

Laurence Gale catches up with John Moverley OBE, Chairman of The Amenity Forum. John speaks about the forum and the challenges ahead with the loss of chemicals to the market.

Turf Matters catch up with Limagrain at SALTEX 2017

Laurence Gale catches up with Matt Gresty, Amenity Sales Manager at Limagrain UK. The pair speak about the growth of Limagrain throughout the year.

Loz on the loose at SALTEX 2017… Part I

Laurence Gale catches up with Manchester City’s Lee Metcalfe and Daniel Lewis along side Barry O’Brien from Burnley FC, Adrian Kay from York Racecourse & Turf Consultant Alex Vickers.

Loz on the loose at SALTEX 2017… Part II

Stuart Kerrison from Essex County Cricket Club and Ian Smith from St Albans School, Richard from Oakleys Groundcare and Leicester City Groundsmen John Ledwidge, Simon Gibson and Callum Allsop.

Turf Matters catch up with Apex Tree Surgeons and Carbon Gold at SALTEX 2017

Laurence Gale catches up with James MacPhail, Commercial Director at Carbon Gold Ltd and Martin Saxon, Managing Director of Apex Tree Surgeons. The group discuss the benefits of the Geo Injector for de-compacting golf greens.

Turf Matters catch up with Campey Turf Care and Premier Pitches at SALTEX 2017

Laurence Gale catches up with Richard Campey from Campey Turf Care and Carl Pass from Premier Pitches. The group discuss the Koro® FIELDTOPMAKER® and the reasons behind it’s recent sale to Premier Pitches.

Turf Matters catch up with Chris Wood (ECB) and Will Relf (Loughborough University) at SALTEX 2017

Laurence Gale catches up with Chris Wood, the ECB’s Pitches Consultant and Will Relf from Loughborough University. The group discuss Hybrid Pitches in Cricket.

Turf Matters catch up with Duralock at SALTEX 2017

Laurence Gale catches up with Duralock to discuss new markets, as well as a new stand design which won an award at the show.

Turf Matters catch up with Nathan Scarff at SALTEX 2017

Laurence Gale catches up with Nathan Scarff, Head Groundsman at Derby County Football Club to discuss education and XL Pro Bio products.

Turf Matters catch up with Jason Booth of the IOG at SALTEX 2017

Laurence Gale catches up with Jason Booth of the IOG. The pair discuss SALTEX and education along with the Learning Live programme.

Turf Matters catch up with STIHL at SALTEX 2017

Laurence Gale catches up with Jo Barton-Taylor the Marketing Events Executive at STIHL. The pair discuss new innovative products showcased on the stand – in particular the back pack batteries and the new range of machines in the cordless range.

Turf Matters catch up with ICL at SALTEX 2017

Laurence Gale catches up with Dr Andy Owen, International Technical Manager of ICL. The pair speak about Andy’s role within the company and the difference between European and UK groundsmen and greenkeepers.

Turf Matters catch up with Rigby Taylor at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Richard Fry, Marketing Director of Rigby Taylor. Richard explains the features and benefits of the worlds first fully autonomous robotic line marker, Intelligent One.

Turf Matters catch up with Sherriff Amenity at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Karl Parry, the man behind the Sherriff Amenity academy. The pair discuss the purpose of the academy and how it benefits the industry.

Turf Matters catch up with Surrey Loams Ltd at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Jason Hone, Company Director of Surrey Loams Ltd. The pair discuss the decision to return to the show after a short break.

Turf Matters catch up with Tyre-Line at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Jacqui Jones who is in charge of after sales at Tyre-Line. The pair discuss the promotion of the new Carlisle Versa Trail tyre along with the overall success of the show.

Turf Matters catch up with Velvit at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with James Whittick, Sales and Marketing Director of Velvit. The pair discuss the reasons behind this year being the first for Velvit exhibiting at the show, along with a little about Velvit as a company, and what they do.

Turf Matters catch up with Bernhard at SALTEX 2017.

Laurence Gale catches up with Steven Nixon, International Sales Manager at Bernhard. Steven speaks about the continued growth and development of Bernhard over the course of the year along with the overall success of the show.

Turf Matters catch up with Pellenc from Etesia UK at SALTEX 2017.

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Les Malin, Operations Director of Etesia UK. The pair discuss the benefits of the new Pellenc ULiB 1500 Battery.

Turf Matters catch up with Etesia UK at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Les Malin, Operations Director of Etesia UK. The pair discuss the NEW MKHP4 E-Connect ride-on mower, winner of an Innovation Award at the show.

Turf Matters catch up with Fleet Line Markers at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Iain Courage, International Sales Director at Fleet Line Markers. The pair discuss the features and benefits of MAQA – winner of an innovation award at the show.

Turf Matters catch up with Germinal at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Richard Brown, Amenity Sales Manager at Germinal GB. The pair focus on Cabrio – Germinal’s latest ultra–fine perennial ryegrass.

Turf Matters catch up with GKB at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Tom Shinkins, Operations Manager at GKB Machines. The pair speak about the success of the show along with the range of GKB machinery showcased on the stand.

Turf Matters catch up with Price Turfcare at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Rupert Price of Price Turfcare. Having only launched the company a year ago, Rupert speaks about their success so far along with the benefits of both Ventrac and products from Ryan.

Turf Matters catch up with Ransomes Turf at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Lee Kristensen, Product Manager for Ransomes Jacobsen. The pair discuss the launch of the HM600, a collaboration between Ransomes and Müthing.

Turf Matters catch up with Dennis and SISIS at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Ian Howard, Managing Director of Dennis and SISIS. The pair discuss a range of topics including the NEW Dennis PRO 34R Rotary Mower and the overall success of the show.

Turf Matters catch up with Agrigem Ltd at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Ollie Wright, Sales and Operations Manager for Agrigem Ltd. The pair discuss a range of topics including the successful launch of Sapphire – The Professionals Choice Outdoor Cleaner.

Turf Matters catch up with Agronomic Services at SALTEX 2017

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with David Snowden, Managing Director of Agronomic Services. The pair discuss a range of topics including the successful Sports Pitch Renovation seminar held by David, as well as the launch of Eon Bio this year.

Dr. Colin Mumford from Bayer Turf Solutions speaks to Turf Matters at SALTEX 2017

Technical Support Manager from Bayer Dr. Colin Mumford speaks to Turf Matters about the recent announcement that Iprodione is going to be removed from the industry.

Turf Matters catch up with Cub Cadet at SALTEX 2017.

Turf Matters editor Scott MacCallum catches up with Dougie Archibald, Northern Territory Sales Manager at Cub Cadet. The pair discuss the success of the show in general as well as the fantastic product range – in particular the Infinicut.