We are now into the last week of February, and what a wet month it has been with many turf professionals struggling with saturated pitches. No doubt they are all waiting for some better weather in March. We are already seeing an early spring show of snowdrops and crocus bulbs.

Soil and air temperatures should start to rise in March - maybe into double figures - which will influence some much-needed grass growth and give an incentive to get ready for the onset of the new growing season.

Spring sees the beginning of the mowing season with people undertaking their first cut of the year. March is a great time to prepare your garden and start work on your lawns and sports fields.  Although the weather can still be cold and frosty, there are plenty of winter jobs to do.

First and foremost, you should already have had your mowers and machinery serviced for the up-and-coming season, if not you should endeavour to get them serviced as soon as possible. 

General garden maintenance would include tidying up beds and borders, remove dead leaves, weeds, and debris. You can be applying some organic matter to your flower borders and beds like compost or well-rotted manure to enrich the soil.

There will no doubt be some repairs to garden structures such as fences, trellises, and paths for any winter damage. There will be plenty of shrubs, hedges and trees that will require some pruning and cutting back.

Spring is an important time for pruning, helping plants grow healthier, produce more flowers, and maintain a good shape. 

Before you start pruning ensure your tools are sharp and clean. Secateurs for small cuts, loppers for thicker branches, and a pruning saw for trees.

Try to prune on a dry day. It reduces the risk of fungal infections. Always cut just above an outward-facing bud to encourage outward growth. Remove dead, diseased, and damaged branches first, this is essential for plant health.
As for lawn care, refrain walking on frozen or waterlogged lawns – it can cause compaction and damage. Once the lawn has dried out and firm to walk on without leaving footprints, you will be in a good position to undertake your first cut of the year. Ideally using a rotary mower, it will be beneficial as it is good at cleaning up any surface debris, twigs and leaves.

We also need to invest in some timely spring renovation work to help restore these natural grass playing surfaces. We will also have to control any moss and algae that may have infested our sward.

Ideally during March / early April, when temperatures rise significantly, it will be an ideal time to undertake your spring renovations.

Key operations of your spring renovations will be to:

• Apply moss killer
• Clean out surface moss and fibre
• Aerate/de-compact the soil
• Topdress with a sand/soil dressing to maintain surface levels
• Overseed with some new grass seed to repopulate the lawn, sowing at a rate of 35grams M2
• Apply a spring NPK base fertiliser

A pre-seeding fertiliser can be used to help promote some growth; something like an 8:12:8 NPK or even a 7:7:7 NPK at 35g/m2 will be ideal.

Bowls and cricket clubs will also be busy getting their playing surfaces ready for the forthcoming playing season with a programme of spring renovations very similar to a lawn renovation but more targeted to meet the demands of the specific playing surface.

However, generally cricket pitch preparations are more in-depth with the advent of the need for some pre-season rolling work required to firm up the square prior to the initial marking out of the wickets. 

As for football and rugby clubs, their seasons will be coming to an end in May, therefore it will be important they have secured the relevant funding and services of appropriate specialist contractors to carry out their end of season renovations.

As a pitch advisor, one of the biggest problems for many grassroots clubs is the lack of investment in their pitches, especially in terms of carrying out some relevant renovation work. This can generally be seen as an expense and more often only completed once the pitch has deteriorated so much, they have no choice but to invest in some major repairs.

Clubs should try to secure a relevant budget to cover the expense of both a decent renovation and appropriate maintenance regime during the growing season.

To help grass roots sports clubs with potential funding to improve their facilities or buy essential machinery the GMA launched The Pitch Advisory Service, formerly the Grounds and Natural Turf Improvement Programme, that was originally launched in 2014 and is funded by Sport England and the Football Foundation, working in association with the ECB, RFL and RFU. 

The aim of the Pitch Advisory Service is to raise the standards of sports surfaces as well as the understanding of sports turf management practices among grassroots sports clubs across England. 

It is difficult to put a price on what these facilities bring to the community. From my experience they have played a part in educating, developing and producing well rounded adults who have the skills and abilities to be successful and contribute to our society.

It is imperative we ensure the future of these important assets. Local sports clubs and facilities are an essential hub of the community. We should encourage more participation and ensure these clubs remain sustainable for the next generation of sporting participants.

GroundsFest Academy kicked off its 2026 programme with a fully booked Integrated Weed Management (IWM) event, bringing together contractors, local authorities, educators and suppliers for a free day of learning, discussion and hands-on demonstrations.

Held at the Wiltshire FA headquarters, the event focused on the latest guidance, funding opportunities and practical solutions surrounding integrated weed management, with a particular emphasis on reducing reliance on chemicals and exploring effective alternative methods. Delivered in partnership with Kersten UK, Terrazza MC, Parks for London and Lantra, the day combined expert-led presentations with interactive outdoor sessions and live equipment demonstrations.

The programme introduced delegates to the core principles of integrated weed management, alongside the latest industry guidance, legislative developments and funding information. Attendees were also able to explore chemical-free and alternative weed control methods in action, helping to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application.

Sean Faulkner of Kersten UK highlighted the growing momentum behind IWM and the importance of education.

“We’re trying to educate as many people as possible on the benefits of integrated weed management. We’ve been helping to develop the guidance and training around it, and it’s slowly building up steam. This was a great way of getting that information out to more people. It’s been a really good group today, with a big mix of attendees who have all been really engaged.”

Hands-on learning was a key theme throughout the day. Luca Smith from Terrazza MC explained why practical demonstrations are so important.

“Weed control is really traditional, most people think of spraying or strimming. There are so many alternative methods out there, especially with the environmental impact of traditional approaches.”

Education providers were also keen to stay aligned with the latest developments. Richard Goldsmith, who attended from Warwickshire College Group, said, “Today was about making sure I’m delivering the most up-to-date information to my apprentices. Integrated weed management is a great step towards the future. The technology around heat treatments has really moved on, and it’s getting to the point where we can see it as a real alternative to chemical control. Events like this are a brilliant way to keep CPD up to date.”

David Fisher from Lantra, a partner of the GroundsFest Academy, summed up the wider impact. “It’s about sharing best practice, upskilling the industry and making people more aware of the training and resources available. It’s really raising the profile of integrated weed management.”

Bradley Tennant, director of education at GroundsFest Academy, said the event set the tone for a busy year ahead. “We’re really happy to have our best turnout so far, and we’ve got a lot planned for the future."

Major Equipment in conjunction with Carr's Billington has announced a live machinery demonstration day of their equipment, aimed at groundsmen, contractors, local authorities and teams responsible for turf management.

The event will take place on Wednesday 11th March at Ramside Hall, Carville, Durham, DH1 1TD from 10am to 2pm.

Among the machines on demo will be the Contoura and the CS PRO. The TDR Winged Roller Mower will also be demonstrated.

Also on show will be the Major Swift and for operators dealing with heavier growth, Flail Collectors will be shown cutting and collecting material. The Cyclone Mower will also be demonstrated/.

Light refreshments to be provided. Register attendance in advance.

Husqvarna Group has announced changes in its Group Management.

Yvette Henshall-Bell has been appointed president Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division and a member of Group Management. She will assume her new role on March 1, 2026. Yvette currently serves as senior vice president Europe in the Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division and has been with the company since 2022. She has previously held several leading positions in the Construction and Agricultural Equipment industry.

Omar Attar, currently serving as interim president of the Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division, will resume his previous role as senior vice president finance Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division, as Yvette transitions into the position.

Terry Burke, chief financial officer, will leave the Group. He will remain in his role until no later than July 31, 2026, and will thereafter continue to support the company in an advisory capacity until year end. Terry has been with the company for 16 years and has been the CFO since 2022.

Karin Falk, president Husqvarna Construction Division, will leave the Group. She will remain in her role until no later than September 1, 2026. Karin has been with the company and a member of Group Management since 2020.

The process to identify successors for both positions has been initiated.
 
Glen Instone, CEO of Husqvarna Group said, “I am delighted to welcome Yvette to our Group management team. She has made impressive strides and improved the performance of the Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division in Europe. I look forward to following Yvette’s continued success in developing the division globally. With our clear strategy in place, we are committed to and confident in transforming Husqvarna Group into profitable growth. I would also like to sincerely thank Terry and Karin for their significant contributions to Husqvarna Group. Their leadership has been instrumental throughout a crucial period of transformation."

After 15 years with The Toro Company, Simon Atkin, territory manager has made the decision to retire - his last day at the company will be 31st July 2026.

Simon started his career in the groundcare industry in 1997 when he joined AL-KO, working in various positions within the company, before his sales skills were spotted and he was promoted to field sales in 1999. Simon held positions at Rochfords and Tyre-Line, continuing to sell into the groundcare industry. 

Simon later joined Lely, where he first started selling Toro equipment, building a strong knowledge of the Toro ranges.

It was in April 2011 when the Toro Residential and Landscape Contractor portfolio moved from Lely (now Reesink) to Hayter Ltd, that Simon joined Hayter as well to support the sales of Toro to the Hayter dealer network.

Simon was responsible for the North of England and Scotland, building a strong base of Toro machinery within those dealers, before switching areas in 2021 to take over the South West of England and Wales.

Simon says he is looking forward to spending more time on the golf course and enjoying more holidays with his partner Gail.

Craig Hoare, sales & marketing manager, Toro U.K. said, “Simon is well respected within the industry and popular with our dealer network. Please join me in wishing Simon well in his much-deserved retirement and congratulating him on his contributions to Toro UK. We as a team will miss his experience and input and will start the job of recruiting for his replacement later in the year.”

Massereene Golf Club in Northern Ireland has completed a significant overhaul of its cutting fleet, switching to The Toro Company machinery in a deal managed by dealer Keys Brothers.

The parkland course, known for its narrow fairways and small greens, say they required precision and reliability in its equipment selection. Course manager Mark Cassidy, who has more than 35 years’ experience in greenkeeping, said performance and consistency were central to the decision.

He commented that Toro’s cutting quality, particularly in tighter and more intricate areas of the course, had delivered the finish the club was looking for.

The move was supported by the club’s committee, with long-term reliability, servicing support and tournament preparation all key considerations. During the ISPS HANDA World Invitational, Toro supplied loan machines to assist with event preparation and delivery, helping the club maintain presentation standards throughout.

Backing from Keys Brothers formed a major part of the package. The agreement includes a full service plan covering regular sharpening, blade replacements and preset checks. With no in-house mechanic, the club says the arrangement provides structure, consistency and peace of mind, particularly around compliance and health and safety.

The fleet replacement spans greens, tees, fairways and rough mowers, including hybrid models such as the Reelmaster 5010-H, alongside three new Workman utility vehicles as part of a wider refresh.

Andy Keys, company director at Keys Brothers, said the comprehensive package provides fixed-cost machinery and maintenance, helping the club avoid unexpected bills while supporting its longer-term ambitions.

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ONE OF THE GREATS

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50 YEARS OF GOLF STEWARDSHIP
Part three

50 YEARS OF GOLF STEWARDSHIP
Part two

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Part one

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Part two

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Part one

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50 YEARS OF FOOTBALL MANAGEMENT
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DEMONSTRATING AND APPLYING AN INTEGRATED APPROACH
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IMPLEMENTING SUSTAINABLE PRACTICE
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SUSTAINABLE PARKS
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SEEDS OF SUSTAINABILITY
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ON TEST
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ON TEST
EGO Multi-tool

PUT THEM ON THE TOOLS!
Time for an attitude change

SUSTAINABILITY IN THE TRAINING SECTOR
Grasping the challenge of encouraging more sustainable practice

SUSTAINABILITY IN LOCAL AUTHORITIES
Lessons learnt and experiences

SKILL SETS NEED RECOGNITION
Turf professionals are underappreciated

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To the recruitment crisis

A COMPETITIVE SALARY
Why employers should advertise the salary when recruiting new staff

ON TEST
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AN EXAMPLE OF SUSTAINABILITY IN MACHINERY SUPPLY
Focus on Kubota

MY PERSONAL GREENKEEPING PHILOSOPHY HAS NEVER CHANGED
I don't follow any set program

SUSTAINABILITY IN LANDSCAPING
A substantial element of amenity activity

IS IT TIME TO SAY NO TO 'NO MOW MAY'?
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SUSTAINABILITY IN OUR PARKS & PUBLIC GREEN SPACES
Meeting the challenge

THE PATH TO WIMBLEDON
For groundstaff member, Conrad Cavil

ON TEST
EGO LBP8000E backpack blower

SUSTAINABILITY IN THE LAWN CARE SECTOR
A key consideration

BEEKEEPING IN COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENTS
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SUSTAINABLE PRACTICE IN THE AMENITY SUPPLY SECTOR
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SUSTAINABILITY IN THE GOLF SECTOR
Focus on BIGGA

THE SEARCH FOR SUSTAINABLE PRACTICE
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DEVELOPING SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS FOR GOLF
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GETTING THE MOST OUT OF EVERY POUND OF BUDGET
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A NEWFOUND APPRECIATION FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS
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SUSTAINABILITY & THE UK ACTION PLAN
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CONCERN FOR PARKS FOLLOWING COUNCIL BANKRUPTCIES
What does the future hold?

TAKING A GLOBAL LOOK AT SUSTAINABILITY
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RENOVATIONS, PLAY AND THANKS
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SUSTAINABILITY – IMPLICATIONS FOR TRAINING & EDUCATION
Set to play a crucial role going forward

TULIP TREE
Liriodendron tulipifera

LYDIA BROOM
Genista lydia

THE LAWN AND ITS VALUE
Changing attitudes

GIANT HOGWEED
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LIFE-CYCLE ANALYSIS & SUSTAINABILITY
Considering every stage of the journey

NITROGEN USE EFFICIENCY
The most important nutrient

BERBERIS THUNBERGII
A shrub that has stood the test of time

ENSURING FUTURE PROSPERITY
Advice imparted at road shows

INNOVATION & SUSTAINABILITY
A key focus

PHOTINA RED ROBIN
A sensational flowering shrub

VALUING THE GRASSROOTS
We must not overlook those who maintain these grounds

MANAGING WEEDS SUSTAINABLY
In amenity spaces

DETECTING NUTRIENT DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS
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SPRING RENOVATIONS UNDERWAY
A crucial period

SUSTAINABILITY IN SUPPLY
A focus on those who supply essential inputs to our sector

CHANGING CLIMATE
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SUSTAINABILITY AT THE SHARP END
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ANOTHER NAIL IN THE COFFIN OF GRASSROOTS RUGBY
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SUSTAINABILITY IN PRACTICE
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TIME FOR ACTION
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CONTROLLING COSTS
Planning is crucial

THE SEARCH FOR SUSTAINABILITY
What exactly does the term mean?

CARING FOR THE GRASSROOTS
From volunteers to contractors

DEFRA IS LETTING DOWN THE COUNTRY
Complete failure to address the plastic grass debate

WE CAN ALL DO MORE
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MY LIFE IN GREENKEEPING
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LEVELLING UP, GETTING SMARTER & GETTING AHEAD
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SWITCHED ON FOR HARD WORK
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MACHINERY HIGHLIGHTS
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MY SALTEX
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AWASH WITH LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
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LOOKING BACK, LOOKING FORWARD
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THE DECLINE OF ‘PARKITECTURE’
A symptom of the state of parks in 2022

DEVELOPERS SHIRKING GREEN SPACE RESPONSIBILITIES
Lack of financial commitment

TIME TO COME TOGETHER
For the good of the industry

THE DEATH OF GRASS ROOTS CRICKET
Gathering apace?

ROUTES INTO THE INDUSTRY MUST BE ENSURED
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STRONG VIEWS ON CRICKET PITCH PERFORMANCE MARKING
A bone of contention

A PREMIUM PRODUCT
Delivered at Naas Golf Club

THE GREEN REVOLUTION
And Esker Hills

MAKING A CHANGE
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A DAY AT THE RACES
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WORKING TOGETHER AS ONE VOICE
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OVER 175 YEARS OF EDUCATION
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ELECTRIC EXCITEMENT
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THE HOME OF CORK GAA
Páirc Uí Chaoimh

LONG POLE BATTERY HEDGE TRIMMERS TESTED
STIHL HLA 66 and HLA 86

OVER 800 YEARS OF HISTORY
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A CLUB GONE WILD
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A GOLF COURSE IN THE GARDEN OF IRELAND
Woodenbridge GC

80 YEARS YOUNG
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AN UPLIFTING EXPERIENCE
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GETTING BACK TOGETHER
Albeit gradually . .

GO WEST
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WORKING ON A TIGHT BUDGET
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ON A MISSION
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WILD AND WONDERFUL
Design By Nature

LEARNING HOW TO SURVIVE
Abbey Par 3

TACKLING OBESITY
Vital that schools can provide sport

A LIFETIME OF LEARNING
Vital for turf professionals

CELEBRATING 125 YEARS
Tullamore Golf Club

UNIVERSITY CHALLENGES
At Trinity College Dublin

BLENDING THE OLD WITH THE NEW
Bray Golf Club

A WELL POLISHED COURSE!
Ierne Social And Sports Club

IDENTIFYING THE TRUE VALUES
Of grounds maintenance

THE INDUSTRY WILL CHANGE & ADAPT
But it will survive

WIRRAL GOLF COURSES SAVED
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GREEN SPACE CONTRIBUTION TO WELLBEING IS UNDERVALUED
Parks invisible on national agenda

A SHINING LIGHT IN IRELAND'S SUNNY SOUTHEAST
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GREEN SPACES DO NOT LOOK AFTER THEMSELVES!
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WE SHOULD TELL THE WORLD ABOUT THE UK INDUSTRY
Right time for all sides to come together

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Good-quality soil can help save the planet

MORE THAN JUST CUTTING GRASS
Encouraging the next generation

A BUZZ FROM DOING THE JOB
Wide experience of the turf grass industry

PAYING THEIR WAY
Low wages is the bane of the industry

AMENITY MANAGEMENT IMPACTS US ALL
Professor John Moverley

CARING FOR PARKS OF ALL TYPES
Mary Worrall

TOP FIVE FRUSTRATIONS FOR CRICKET GROUNDSMEN
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PROFESSIONALS AT THE CUTTING EDGE
Vic Demain and Phil Sharples

BOWLS CLUBS IN PERIL
A sad decline

A VERY SPECIAL INDUSTRY
Loz looks back

SNEAK PEAK AT A ROBOTIC "GAME CHANGER"
Commercial model capable of covering 50,000 m2 teased

HALESOWEN PICK A BIG ROBOT UP FRONT
Invest in mowers

COMPRESSED AERATION
The new way

PARKS MATTER MORE THAN EVER
Recent sector developments

ON TEST
STIHL blowers

THREE CORE VALUES TO SHAPE OUR INDUSTRY
Real concerns for the future

ENGLAND'S GREEN SPACE GAP
A split along racial lines

ON TEST
EGO STX3800 strimmer with RTX2300 Rotocut head

A SECTOR FACING IMPORTANT TIMES
Review of the National Action Plan

PARKS MATTER
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A UNIQUE SPORTING VENUE
Wormsley private estate

A BTME OUTDOORS?
A good bet for the industry

PARKS NEED APPROPRIATE POLITICAL REPRESENTATION
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CRICKET LOAM
What does it mean?

A HERCULEAN EFFORT TO GET PARKS BACK TO NORMAL
Q&A with Chris Worman, Rugby Borough Council’s parks and ground manager

ON TEST
STIHL battery products

TURFGRASS STRESS MANAGEMENT
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AUTUMN DISEASE MANAGEMENT
The coming months are going to prove very difficult

THE ABUSE OF PARKS . .
Is the abuse of society

WHY PARKS MATTER?
A statement from the Parks Management Forum to the Prime Minister

THE 21st CENTURY PARKS MANAGER
Innovative, creative and entrepreneurial

EAT, SLEEP, CUT, REPEAT!
Cricket under covid

TIME FOR A SINGLE SHOW?
Debate brought back into focus

A CHALLENGING TWO MONTHS
Running golf design projects from home

PRESSURE SITUATION
Cementing the reputation

A CLUB TO BE PROUD OF
10 years at the helm of Olton GC

GAME CHANGERS IN TURFCARE
The day the Lord's outfield reconstruction proved its worth

THE ESSENCE OF ESSENTIAL
Finding a sensible way forward on defining "essential maintenance"

THAT WAS THE YEAR THAT WAS
2001

HOW TO LOOK AFTER A GOLF COURSE WITH NO GOLFERS
Fundamental to the survival of almost all courses, if not of the game itself

RAIN STOPPED PLAY WOULD BE WELCOME
. . along with ‘lunch is being taken early’

PHYSICAL CONTROL OF TURFGRASS PESTS
An urgent problem

A DIVERSE & ENTERTAINING WEEK
Successful BTME 2020

INTEGRATED PEST CONTROL
Opportunity to embrace new methods

ENVILLE ON THE UP
Major investments taking place

GREEN FLAG AWARDS 2019
A great success

U.S PROFESSIONAL EQUIPMENT SHOW EXCELS
Buoyant GIE+EXPO

LEGACY OF THE SOLHEIM CUP
At Gleneagles

A DAY OUT WITH THE LADIES
Behind the scenes at the Solheim Cup

COVENTRY UNIVERSITY'S EDIBLE GARDEN SUCCESS
2006 - present

HAIL THE GRASS MASTERS!
Boorish media comments about pitch quality are wide of the mark

CONTRACTOR SEES MULTI-DISCIPLINE SUCCESS
360 Ground Care serving professional facilities

BUSY TIMES
Judging the Green Flag Awards

TAKING AN INTEGRATED APPROACH
What does it all mean in managing turf surfaces?

UNDER PRESSURE
Dry weather conditions continue to keep turf managers focused on moisture management

EDDIE SEAWARD
Death of Wimbledon’s influential grounds manager

MAJOR NEW IRRIGATION PROJECT
At Top 100 classic Berkhamsted Golf Club

NEW HORIZONS FOR THE HATTERS
Investment paying off at Kenilworth Road

ELIZABETHAN RESTORATION
At Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens

WHAT IS BIOPHILIA?
The vital impact of parks and green spaces on health and well-being

WORM CONTROL
Without carbendazim

THE TRUE COST OF PETROL
Battery-powered outdoor power tools are now turning the heads of professionals

SANDS OF TIME
Sand-based pitches are now the norm in professional sports

WHY DO WE DO THE RIGHT THING?
We must maintain industry standards

CHASING GRASS PERFECTION?
11 things you need to know . . .

MAINTAINING STANDARDS
Q&A with BASIS ceo, Stephen Jacobs

STRI RESEARCH DAY 2018
Hosted at research trial grounds in Bingley

THE MECHANIC
Leicester City FC invest in new role

LORD'S 'GRASS-GUVNOR' TO RETIRE
Mick Hunt bows out after 49 years

HOLLOW CORING & DEEP SCARIFICATION
Is it really necessary?