Jeff, from The Santaluz Club, talks about the soil condition of a course in a mountainous area, why he’s a fan of lithium batteries for some course machinery and how the club recycles water for irrigation purposes.
Ten years ago the club embarked on a major change to conservation greenkeeping with a reduction in chemical inputs and a regeneration of fine turf, giving firm, fast-running heathland surfaces.
With two major soft-landscaping projects in the diary, the decision to purchase a Power Box Rake 150 (PBR150) from BLEC was a timely one for Worcester based contractor, Chemquad.
The Ventrac multi-purpose compact tractor is a machine that can be used for a multitude of groundscare operations. With over 30 attachments, it provides year-round solutions.
The club’s irrigation installation was supported by Reesink providing expert training by Toro trained engineers, covering everything from sprinklers to controller training.
Denny Docherty has announced he will retire as John Deere’s Vice President, Ag & Turf Sales & Marketing, Region 2, at the end of this month.
Durabunker recently won a very unique contract, working with former Premier League champions, Leicester City FC, at Park Hill Golf Club.
With Crystal Palace FC investing in the development of its stadium and training ground, its grounds team knows the importance of ensuring the club has a fleet of reliable machinery.
A wildflower meadow at the heart of a brand-new retirement village in Alcester has been praised for its outstanding, long-lasting visual impact.
Nigel Mortimore, head groundsman at Topsham RFC, is a believer in first impressions – and his SISIS Quadraplay is helping him to create a pitch that opposition teams will remember.
Air2Root Turfcare prides itself on using market leading machinery to bring a ‘breath of fresh air’ to compacted sports surfaces in and around the West Midlands.
Former Open champion Paul Lawrie has officially opened the new seventh hole on the Championship Course at Royal Dornoch.
Walton Heath has had Toro machinery for decades, but after seeing the benefits a package deal would bring to the course, the club signed its first five-year agreement with the brand.
To meet growing demand from commercial customers, Aspen Fuel has announced the introduction of two new package sizes to its range of 2-stroke and 4-stroke Alkylate Petrol.
It is going to be fascinating to see Augusta National Club in November this year for the 2020 US Masters.
John Brand, greenkeeper at Topsham BC, insists that the Dennis FT510 and the Dennis Razor Ultra 560 are helping him to keep the reputation of Devon’s finest bowls green intact.
A weather forecast of significant rainfall combined with warm, humid temperatures means only one thing for grounds managers – high disease pressure.
Built to take on the toughest of tasks, Toro’s Titan tines last up to four times longer than standard tines, meaning fewer change-outs and replacements for greater productivity.
John Deere turf dealership The Double A Trading Company has agreed to acquire Nairn Brown (Glasgow) Ltd of Busby – and the transfer should fully go through this week.
Bromborough Golf Club in the Wirral earlier this year became an award-winning venue for a major bunker and irrigation renovation project. Darren talks us through the work and his career to date.
The wide working width of the SISIS Flexibrush tractor makes it ideal for regular brushing over large areas.
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