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Agrovista Amenity launches at BTME

Maxwell Amenity and Sherriff Amenity, the professional turf and landscape division of Agrovista, have joined forces to herald the start of an exciting new era.

Agrovista Amenity, launched at BTME in January, brings together two of the most experienced

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AGROVISTA has today announced the completion of its acquisition of leading sports turf, landscaping and horticulture business, Maxwell Amenity.

3768087439?profile=RESIZE_710xFirst announced in October, the acquisition brings together two of the most experienced and progressive tea

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George Stephens, course manager at Tiverton Golf Club in Devon, claims that Sherriff Amenity has provided him with the ideal tonic to help the greens combat stress and aid root development.

With panoramic views of the Devon countryside, Tiverton Golf

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Okehampton Golf Club in Devon has signed a deal which sees Sherriff Amenity as its preferred supplier of products for a period of three years.

Okehampton Golf Club features an 18 hole parkland course, sheltered by the highest tors of Dartmoor, on the

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Heavy usage on the sports pitches at the Trojan Club in Eastleigh, Hampshire, means that head groundsman Dave Edwards needs to ensure the turf stands up to the rigours of winter sports. It is for this reason he chooses Sherriff Amenity’s Marathon Spo

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Visitors to the Sherriff Amenity stand (110), located in the Blue Zone at BTME 2019, will be able to find out more about the award winning PrecisionPro app, which recently scooped the SALTEX 2018 Innovation of the Year Award.

PrecisionPro, is a dedica

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Terra Firma expands machinery portfolio

Terra Firma has significantly increased its groundcare machinery offering by adding four new brands to its portfolio.

Terra Firma, one of Scotland’s largest specialist suppliers to the amenity and local authority markets, has recently announced dealer

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On the first day of SALTEX 2018, Sherriff Amenity’s ground-breaking new app, PrecisionPro, was announced as the winner of the second, annual SALTEX Innovation Award.

Established at the show in 2017, the SALTEX Innovation Award was created to encourage

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Allan Tait, Course Manager at Sweetwoods Park Golf Club in Cowden, Kent, has reported excellent results from using two tank mixes containing a range of Sherriff Amenity products.

Situated on the borders of Kent and Sussex in an area of outstanding nat

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According to Head Greenkeeper Rob Hill the unique nine-hole course at Rustington Golf Centre in West Sussex is looking the best it has ever been thanks to Sherriff Amenity’s GoGreen Select.

Rustington Golf Centre was opened in 1992 and offers a number

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Open forum activity

Neil Darby replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine
"Dougie, whatever you buy DON'T get the Weibang. I have told my story about it enough times here before."
7 hours ago
Sam Bainbridge replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards
"I'm up north as far as you can go before you hit Scotland £180 per day is a terrible rate. I do £200 per day at 1 regular customers the rest is much more it's fine for £200 if you aren't running machines all day and you are at the same job all day…"
12 hours ago
PAUL replied to Rob's discussion Mowers mowers mowers
"My advice is find a mower you like and buy more than one.
As a solo operator who only cuts lawns I have 3 mowers (the same model) on the go at any one time. (i also have 3 new ones in storage as the model has been discontinued)
Two mowers are…"
14 hours ago
Sam Bainbridge replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards
"Pretty simple.for grass cutting I try and average £60hr so if you know how many hours it takes just times it by 60, if your happy with less you can knock a bit off.
Easiest way is work out your total costs for the year divide it by the hours you do…"
15 hours ago
Peter sellers replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine
"Ian, is right. As for weibang read the post "mowers mowers mowers"  you are warned!
You won't get a better 4 wheeler than honda hrx537 hy"
16 hours ago
Vic 575 replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards
" At £180 per day you are hugely under charging. Using hand mowers on this job is very inefficient and really very hard work.
I have a Toro 4875 zero turn [48 inch] and a Stiga Park 700 WX [4 wheel drive]. They are both mulching mowers, so no…"
16 hours ago
John F replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine
"Like !  Great advice 👍"
17 hours ago
Ian Harvey replied to Dougie's discussion Looking for a new roller machine
"I would say that it depends on the area and type of customer that you are going after. If higher end, then you will need a roller mower. If not, then you don't really need one. Remember that roller mowers are generally more expensive to buy, and a…"
17 hours ago
Dougie posted a discussion
Hi i am just starting my new business and would like to invest in a roller machine would you recommend one or stick with the four wheel machine i have been looking at the weibang and honda rollers thanks in advance 
yesterday
Fusion Media posted a blog post
When George Mills stepped into the role of Head Groundsman at Bedford School just over a year ago, he brought with him a wealth of experience, a passion for turf excellence, and a sharp eye for smart investment.Now, with the help of Agrovista…
yesterday
Adam Pilgrim replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards
" My comments - I can't see any cut grass on the top - surely you aren't boxing it all off?
All my churchyards are discharge cut, bar one section on one around the porch and the memorial bench.
Wheter the price works for you depends on your business…"
yesterday
Peter sellers posted a discussion
After 40 years plus and some ongoing health issues begrateful for thoughts on either full or partial business disposal, machinery/vehicle disposal and how on earth do you value something like this with no formal premises or long term contracts. Yes…
Thursday
Peter sellers replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards
"We used to do 4, they are bloody hardwork and machine breakers. The churches/councils PCC's do not have a realistic view of the costs and are very happy to let Harry who is retired and happy to mow the pretty bits foc which distorts the real costs.…"
Thursday
Fusion Media posted a blog post
ICL Turf & Landscape UK & Ireland has introduced H2Pro TriSmart Granules and H2Pro TriSmart Tablets, extending its TriSmart surfactant technology beyond liquid applications.The new formulations provide turf managers and landscapers with additional…
Thursday
Rob replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards
"Ok thanks.Essex is similar to London prices, or at least closer to them  than say up North.I probably should charge more for the graveyards as they are very hard on the machines."
Thursday
Ian Harvey replied to Rob's discussion Help with pricing graveyards
"I am as far from Essex as I could be, so no idea of going rates there. However, if income is £180/day, at 5 days/week, 30 weeks per year typical grass cutting only gives you £27k BEFORE expenses such as vehicle, fuel, repairs, replacements,…"
Thursday
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Retirement advice

After 40 years plus and some ongoing health issues begrateful for thoughts on either full or partial business disposal, machinery/vehicle disposal and how on earth do you value something like this with no formal premises or long term contracts. Yes…

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