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14, November 2016
Fusarium flare-ups; Bolton Wanderers iTurf success; BTME launch app; Kubota partner Mitchell
IN THIS ISSUE
FUSARIUM FLARE-UPS REPORTED
iTURF SUCCESS FOR BOLTON
BTME LAUNCHES 2017 APP
KUBOTA ENGINES PARTNER MITCHELL
ROYAL ASCOT GC PRAISE TORO
POLARIS APPOINTS REIVER
GIE-EXPO 2016 BREAKS RECORDS
AND FINALLY . . .
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FROM THE DUG-OUT
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New stadium to be built almost entirely from wood
by TurfPro Editor, Steve Gibbs


 
Steve Gibbs
Progressive football club Forest Green Rovers have announced plans for a new stadium development which, in-keeping with their environmentally friendly philosophy, accounts for natural grass growth.

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NEWS
FUSARIUM FLARE-UPS REPORTED
Potential pathogen risk from infection sources in thatch

 
Microdochium spreading on green collar
Protecting turf from infection going into the winter will be key to maintaining consistent surface quality through the season, advises Daniel Lightfoot of Syngenta. 

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iTURF SUCCESS FOR BOLTON
Tailored programme for Macron Stadium

 
Chris Simm
Chris Simm, Head Groundsman for Bolton Wanderers FC, believes surface has benefited greatly from embarking on an ICL iTurf programme.

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BTME LAUNCHES 2017 APP
New features included

 
BTME app
Smartphone app includes a map of exhibition halls and tailored alerts, ensuring visitors don't miss out on any of the major events or sessions.

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KUBOTA ENGINES PARTNER MITCHELL
New national distributor for Scotland

 
L-R: Darren Hill (Operations Director, Mitchell Powersystems) and Dave Roberts (MD, Kubota UK)
Kubota has announced a new strategic partnership with engine and transmission specialists Mitchell Powersystems.

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ROYAL ASCOT GC PRAISE TORO
Course comes on 'leaps and bounds'

 
Ian Hockley, course manager at Royal Ascot on the Toro Greensmaster 3250-D, which is part of the club’s lease agreement.
Royal Ascot Golf Club has opted for a lease agreement when renewing its Toro fleet ten years on from becoming a Toro Total Solutions customer.

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POLARIS APPOINTS REIVER
New dealer for Scottish Borders

 
Dale Robertson
The dealership, run by Dale Robertson, follows a thirty-five year family tradition with Reiver offering service and repair work.

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GIE-EXPO 2016 BREAKS RECORDS
For attendance and exhibitors

 
GIE-EXPO
More than 22,600 visitors represented a 12% increase in registration over last year at the Green Industry & Equipment Expo in Louisville, Kentucky.

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AND FINALLY . . .
Mongooses invade championship golf green

 
Mongoose invasion!
The Nedbank Golf Challenge in South Africa was brought to a short standstill after a pack of mongooses invaded the green just as players were about to take their putts last week.

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