Etesia UK is excited to return to GroundsFest for the second consecutive year. Attendees can visit stand OSA150 at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on 10 and 11 September to explore Etesia's impressive lineup, including pedestrian and ride-on mowers, b
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An impressive range of MM grass seed mixtures will be showcased at GroundsFest 2024, 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
Avant Tecno is excited to announce its participation at GroundsFest 2024, featuring the highly anticipated Avant National Pro Challenge. Visit the Avant stand outdoors at OSA270 for an unforgettable experience!
National Avant Pro Challenge
The Avant Na
Dennis is set to make a significant impact at GroundsFest 2024, showcasing an impressive range of battery-powered products on stand 50 in Hall 2 at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on September 10 and 11.
This year, Dennis will highlight the revolutiona
Battery developer and manufacturer Avant Power, the new subsidiary of loader manufacturer Avant Tecno Oy, has exceeded its strict targets. Double the number of batteries has been manufactured compared to the original plans.
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Greenkeepers recently attended a joint ICL and Syngenta Education Day at Royal Birkdale Golf Club. The agenda included a course walk, led by Sean McLean, the Course Manager at Royal Birkdale, which gave attendees the opportunity to see firsthand the
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Danny Negus has been spearheading the grounds maintenance efforts at Devonshire Park in Eastbourne since 2016.
His journey to becoming Grounds Manager reflects a dedication to his craft that spans three decades, starting as a Greenkeeper in 1994 and t
Avant Tecno UK is thrilled to announce its participation at APF 2024, the UK's largest trade show for forestry, woodland, arboriculture, firewood, fencing, trees, and timber industries.
Taking place on September 19th, 20th, and 21st at the Ragley Esta
Get ready for an exhilarating new addition to GroundsFest 2024: Machinery Nation LIVE! This dynamic feature, brought to you by YouTube sensations Machinery Nation, promises to be a highlight at this year's event.
Ultimate Machinery Face-Off
Machinery
Andy Unwin, Course Manager at Rotherham Golf Club, relies on Mansfield Sand’s MM35 for top dressing, ensuring the greens remain in impeccable condition year-round.
Rotherham Golf Club, established in 1903, is celebrated for its rich history and pictur
ICL and Syngenta are pleased to announce the Turf Science Live 2024 event, scheduled to take place at North Hants Golf Club, Minley Road, Fleet, Hampshire, GU51 1RF. This free-to-attend event offers valuable insights and strategies for golf course tu
Maintaining the expansive grounds of Repton School requires precision, efficiency, and innovation.
For Andrew Butler, Head of Grounds and Gardens, and his team, the introduction of the Etesia Hydro 80 ride-on mower has not only streamlined operations
See, try, and compare hundreds of products all in one place—experience the only event where you can get hands-on with the latest equipment.
GroundsFest 2024 is set to become the largest and most dynamic event in the groundscare and landscaping industr
In the coastal town of Whitby, Joe Cook wears many hats. Not only is he the Head Groundsman for Whitby Town FC, overseeing the maintenance of their pitch, but he also runs his own gardening business, JC Gardening. In both of his roles, one tool stand
Dennis and SISIS, renowned names in turf maintenance, have announced a partnership with the Derbyshire Cricket Foundation.
This collaboration aims to bolster grassroots cricket pitches throughout the county, promising a significant enhancement in the
The Howardson Group recently brought together over 100 delegates from their dealership network across the UK, Europe and the Far East, over a three week period which proved to be an invaluable opportunity for all involved.
Held at the picturesque Morl
ICL is pleased to announce the appointment of Allan Wainwright as Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland Landscape & Industrial sectors.
Allan joins ICL from Hozelock, where he effectively managed the UK&I Sales for the Commercial division, showcasing h
Get ready for the most anticipated event in the groundscare industry. GroundsFest 2024, which takes place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on September 10 and 11, is set to return, promising an even more impressive lineup of exhibitors, new features
Agrovista Amenity is thrilled to announce its partnership with Perennial, the UK's only charity dedicated to supporting those who work with grass, trees, flowers, or plants.
This collaboration aligns perfectly with Mental Health Awareness Week, runnin
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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…"
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…
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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
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Ford Transit Custom Van Issue - Help!!!
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…
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Stick on logo for works van
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
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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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Price increases
HiAn increase in prices for established customers can be a tricky part of our services. There's always a chance we can lose good business. How do folks respond to objections to an increase?
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