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ICL Turf & Landscape has appointed Philip Mayes as Technical Area Sales Manager, South.
In this role, Philip will be responsible for supporting golf and sports clubs across southern counties, predominantly Surrey, Berkshire, Hampshire, and West Sussex
Andy Richards, Grounds Manager at Haileybury, one of England’s leading independent schools, has hailed MM Tetra Sport for setting a new standard in maintaining the school’s extensive sports pitches.
Praising its exceptional performance, Andy highlight
At Warwick Schools Foundation, where sports and recreation are integral to student life, maintaining high-quality pitches and grounds is essential.
This responsibility falls to Grounds Manager Duncan Toon and his dedicated team of seven, who oversee t
Dennis has unveiled its latest advancement in sustainable technology: the Multi Charger Hub. This new product significantly enhances the efficiency and convenience of charging their acclaimed E-Series battery-powered mowers.
The E-Series, known for it
BTME 2025 provided the perfect platform to share the exciting news of GreenBest's recent acquisition by ICL.
The GreenBest team recently attended the prestigious Bigga Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) 2025, held in Harrogate. The event turned out to
ICL and Syngenta are excited to announce the return of their Ultimate Offers for 2025, providing turf managers with cost-effective packages designed to deliver exceptional turf performance.
Each package includes Primo Maxx II, a proven growth regulato
The 2025 Avant Tecno Dealer Awards brought together the top-performing dealers and sales teams from across the UK to celebrate their outstanding achievements.
Hosted at the All Saints Hotel in Bury St Edmunds, the event highlighted the pivotal role th
The Retreats Group, which encompasses three of the leading luxury hotels in Wales—Twr y Felin Hotel, Roch Castle, and Penrhiw Priory—has always been dedicated to maintaining immaculate grounds that reflect the beauty of its locations.
For Ollie Davies
ICL is pleased to announce the launch of Trophy XL®, a new turf herbicide from Corteva Agriscience that combines established herbicide technology with the innovative active ingredient Arylex™. Designed for managed amenity turf, Trophy XL offers targe
GroundsFest is proud to announce an exciting new initiative: the GroundsFest Academy.
The GroundsFest Academy which has been designed to provide free education for anyone working in groundscare and landscaping.
By reinvesting profits from GroundsFest b
Managing the expansive grounds of Warwick Schools Foundation requires precision and dedication, and Grounds Manager Duncan Toon relies on trusted solutions to meet these demands.
Recently, he found that MM Tetra Sport grass seed has become an essentia
The global market leader in all-terrain spider lifts, Leguan Lifts, has kicked off the new fiscal year with a rocket start, with order intake up nearly 60% compared to the same period last year.
The company’s latest achievements underscore its commitm
Simon brings over 25 years of expertise in the sports turf industry, having held a variety of high-profile roles across the UK, Ireland, and Europe, including Agronomist for STRI, Technical Manager for Syngenta, and Technical Manager for Scotts.
Most
Edgmond Bowling Club has been awarded the title of Best Kept Green in Shropshire 2024, a competition sponsored by leading turf maintenance brands Dennis and SISIS.
The accolade marks a milestone for the club, which is also celebrating its 50th anniver
ICL Growing Solutions, a global leader in specialty fertilisers, announce today the acquisition of GreenBest, a UK-based manufacturer specialising in tailored specialty fertilisers and solutions for the Sports Turf, Landscape, and Horticulture market
The GroundsFest Education Fund is already making a significant impact on the next generation of grounds management professionals, with several students already benefitting from its support.
The most recent success story is George Legg, a student study
Visitors to Mansfield Sand's stand (242) at BTME 2025, taking place from 23 to 25 January at the Harrogate Convention Centre, will have the chance to explore an exceptional range of sand-based products designed to elevate the performance and health o
ICL is back at BTME in January 2025 with exciting new tools, expert advice, and opportunities for turf managers to enhance their skills. From hands-on learning to the launch of an advanced spreader, ICL is bringing innovation and practical solutions
Agrovista Amenity is set to showcase two exclusive products within its portfolio at BTME 2025: the plant growth regulator Attraxor® and turf fungicide Maxtima®.
Visitors can find the Agrovista Amenity team in Hall One, stands 120 and 124, at the Harro
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SR2000 Spreader help & advice
I've recently purchased a used sr2000 spreader and now looking to replace some rusty parts and find a cover, does anyone know of a UK parts stockist?also, I tested it out using some grass seed and despite the holes opening and everything…
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