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Miles Properjohn, Head Groundsman at Black Bears Polo Club, has been relying on ICL’s Greenheaven cultivar in an attempt to increase the percentage of tall fescue in the one of the world’s most renowned polo pitches.

Lower Bolney Farm in Oxfordshire,

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Matthew Newman, Grounds and Sports Turf Manager at Hartpury University and Hartpury College in Gloucester, claims that his fleet of Dennis G860 mowers are reliable, robust, and ergonomically excellent.

Matthew was once a student at Hartpury University

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When the grounds team at Cheltenham Ladies’ College received investment for new equipment, Ross Spry, Head of Grounds and Gardens, decided that SISIS machinery was a good place to start. 

Established in 1853, Cheltenham Ladies’ College is an independe

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ICL has announced the launch of the Invasive Plants Guide - a detailed and comprehensive resource for understanding and managing key invasive plants in the United Kingdom.

Encompassing over 150 pages, the Invasive Plants Guide provides crucial informa

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Stuart Hogg, Course Manager at The West Lancashire Golf Club, believes that ICL’s products and Agrovista Amenity’s service help to keep course standards impeccably high.

Founded in 1873, The West Lancashire Golf Club in Liverpool, is one of the 9 olde

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MM Seed to be showcased at GroundsFest

An impressive range of MM grass seed mixtures will be showcased at GroundsFest 2023, and visitors will get the chance to find out how the innovative seed technology could vastly benefit their sports pitches.

Here's a snapshot of just some of the mixtu

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SISIS has announced that, for the first time ever at a trade event, it will be showcasing its entire range of products at GroundsFest, held at Stoneleigh Park on 20 and 21 September.

Since 1932 SISIS has designed and manufactured a wide range of profe

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At GroundsFest 2023, Pellenc UK will be showcasing its range of market leading battery-powered equipment. In addition to the products, some lucky visitors will walk away with a section of prizes from the Pellenc portfolio.

Over recent years, Pellenc h

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Lloyds Mowers and Hunter Grinders are looking forward to attending GroundsFest 2023 and visitors can expect to see a variety of products on display from the two well-respected brands.

12175695862?profile=RESIZE_400xLloyds has always manufactured and supplied products that deliver o

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Etesia UK will have a range of pedestrian and ride-on mowers, brushcutters and the award-winning ET Lander electric utility vehicle on display at GroundsFest 2023. In addition to the products, some lucky visitors will walk away with a section of priz

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The 2023 26th annual Racecourse Groundstaff Awards is now open for submissions.

New for 2023, the Richard Linley Award will reward the best newcomer to British horseracing. The Award is named in honour of Richard Linley, the former BHA Senior Inspecto

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A new Etesia Attila 98X ride-on brushcutter is helping the luxurious Higher Wiscombe farm and holiday cottages live up to its glowing reputation.

Higher Wiscombe is a 52-acre farm with a cluster of four exceptional holiday cottages in its centre. It i

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Billybop replied to James King's discussion Ford Transit Custom Van Issue - Help!!!
"Not saying it's this, but I had similar symptoms on a vehicle which turned out to be a newly fitted reconditioned starter motor which would start only intermittently. Usually perfectly fine. Until it wasn't. Then would take many turns of the key to…"
3 hours ago
Gary R replied to Kerry Parfitt's discussion Stick on logo for works van
"I had them a few years ago. Didn't think they looked that professional tbh. That said, they never fell off at motorway speeds. Plus you can get them now that fit the exact contours of your van. So they won't look like an after thought now.
Ive just…"
13 hours ago
Jason Bibiloni replied to Kerry Parfitt's discussion Stick on logo for works van
"Order them off vista print ,after a couple of weeks tell them that they blew off on the motorway and they will send you out a second set."
14 hours ago
Peter sellers replied to James King's discussion Ford Transit Custom Van Issue - Help!!!
"James , oh dear firstly we have a Transit Custom that I assume has the 2 lt eco blu engine and is .made after 2016 and if so will have a wet belt with all the catastrophic potential that implies , also has 2 seized glow plugs so when any of the…"
17 hours ago
John F replied to James King's discussion Ford Transit Custom Van Issue - Help!!!
"Assuming everyone has checked the earth lead is secure which is attached to the van body ? 
I once had a Nissan kubistar which had intermittent starting problems often leaving me stranded on customers drives after starting first time in the morning…"
yesterday
James King posted a discussion
I’m hoping someone might be able to shed some light on an issue, because my local Ford dealership certainly hasn’t been able to.About 18 months ago I bought a Ford Transit Custom with 58k miles from my local Ford dealer. Within four weeks it was off…
yesterday
Fusion Media posted a blog post
GroundsFest Academy kicked off its 2026 programme in style 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…
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Mark Wilkinson replied to Mark Wilkinson's discussion Hayter Harrier 56 Pro 60V
"That's what I thought, old bean... bring forth the guillotine 🤣"
Thursday
Mark Wilkinson replied to Kerry Parfitt's discussion Stick on logo for works van
"Totally agree John, that's another major part of it I think the reassurance for locals knowing a professional is working at the property and the sense of customer satisfaction knowing they're in good hands by seeing the effort going into our brand.…"
Thursday
Mark Wilkinson replied to Kerry Parfitt's discussion Stick on logo for works van
"I used magnets for a couple of years with the convenience of taking them off at night/weekends and never had blistering issues because you're meant to clean them regularly and luckily not once did they blow off on the motorway (large ones from…"
Thursday
John F replied to Kerry Parfitt's discussion Stick on logo for works van
"Stopped using magnetic signs years ago for reasons stated but last year I thought there might be a good reason for carrying one and attach it once I arrived at the job , not for advertising my services but just to reassure customers neighbours I was…"
Thursday
Kerry Parfitt replied to Kerry Parfitt's discussion Stick on logo for works van
"Thanks mixed reviews there thanks for the reply 👍 "
Wednesday
John F replied to Kerry Parfitt's discussion Stick on logo for works van
"Hi Kerry there is a recent post on here ""magnetic signage for vans ' Feb 1st if you scroll down which outlines mostly the negative experiences  of other members .
Other options may be more suitable ."
Wednesday
Kerry Parfitt posted a discussion
Hi does anyone on here use magnetic/stick on logos on there van/pickup if so are they any good or not any feedback thanks
Wednesday
Simon Flood is now a member of Landscape Juice Network
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Mark Wilkinson replied to Mark Wilkinson's discussion Baynac-et-Cazenac 
"Hi Henry, that's amazing, I can see why your dad was inspired to make this website in this beautiful environment!
Thank you so much for the offer and I will definitely be in touch over the next two years, so will return back to this post. I totally…"
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Raised bed kits

Just curious has anyone used or during the course of their work come across the cedar and aluminium corner reinforced raised bed kits .? In various sizes they look fit for purpose and reasonably priced .I like the concept once planted up full of veg…

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