SALTEX operations manager Derek Walder, provides an insight into his illustrious career, his passion for SALTEX and his adventurous days with the Crazy Gang…
Derek Walder has rightfully earned the nickname Mr SALTEX. At 83 years old he has overseen
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After winning the 2019 SALTEX College Cup, four students from Myerscough College recently enjoyed an unforgettable experience at Real Madrid’s Bernabéu Stadium.
The annual SALTEX College Cup, sponsored by Toro and Reesink Turfcare, is a student-led sp
These are challenging times for us all. First and foremost, everyone at SALTEX hopes that you, your colleagues, businesses, and your families are keeping safe and well. Recognising the challenges in front of us, we wish to assure you that planning fo
Due to popular visitor demand, show organisers have revealed that an increased number of indoor demonstrations will be taking place at SALTEX 2020 in a large dedicated arena on the show floor.
At SALTEX 2019 the Eco Village demonstration area offered
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GreenBest will return to GroundsFest in 2026, giving grounds professionals, landscapers and lawn care specialists the opportunity to explore its extensive range of turf and lawn care solutions.Visitors to Stand 28 in Hall 1 will be able to meet the…
"I cut all across the midlands Derby, Loughborough, Nuneaton, Burton on Trent, mower has only been used for mulching hedge clippings for the last 8 weeks bar the odd patch that is in total shade. Luckily all contracts so other jobs can be found to…"
GroundsFest Academy recently welcomed a large number of grounds professionals, students and volunteers to Loughborough Grammar School's Quorn Playing Fields for a highly successful CPD-accredited Integrated Weed Management event.The free one-day…
The DLF stand at GroundsFest will highlight a wide range of sustainable solutions from the world's largest grass seed breeder, featuring products from the MM, Designer Seed brands.Alongside leading cultivars for sports and amenity turf, stand thirty…
Visit Mansfield Sand on stand OSA260 at GroundsFest 2026, taking place on 16 and 17 September at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, and discover a comprehensive range of premium sand-based solutions designed for the sports turf industry. With more than…
Visitors to the Landscape Zone at GroundsFest 2026 will have the opportunity to discover Penny UK’s comprehensive irrigation offering, with the company exhibiting on Stand L155.Well established within the fruit growing and horticultural sectors,…
Pellenc UK will be returning to GroundsFest 2026 with its complete portfolio of professional battery-powered equipment, alongside the chance to win some fantastic prizes.Visitors to Stand OSA150 can not only explore the latest innovations in…
Etesia UK is preparing for another exciting GroundsFest, with the launch of an all-new flail mower, a line-up of its most popular professional equipment, exclusive bargains on pre-loved machinery and plenty of opportunities for visitors to walk away…
Visitors to GroundsFest 2026 will have the opportunity to be among the first in the UK to see the new Turf-Tidy 5000, as Redexim showcases its latest innovations on stand OSA230.Making its UK debut following its launch earlier this year, the…
ICL will return to GroundsFest 2026, providing practical advice and proven solutions for grounds managers, landscapers, contractors and turf professionals responsible for maintaining high-quality sports surfaces and amenity landscapes.Visitors to…
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These small seaside shops have absolute bargains on spades and buckets. You can also get sets of little flags for marking out perimeters.
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UK Green Industry!
Building Canopy – I’d genuinely value your feedbackSince the end of last year, I’ve been building Canopy after experiencing the same frustrations many of us face running businesses in the UK green industry.The vision has never been to create just…
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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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Echo DHCAS 2600HD Review
As promised review of above- having being used to the likes of Stihl 92ce and Echo petrol hedge cutters was expecting to be underwelmed by this battery machine which was bought purely on the basis of weight. I was wrong. This machine is awesome and…
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