A day in the life: Lee Williams
The head greenkeeper at Stanedge Golf Club in Derbyshire, a ten-hole course that includes moorland and parkland features, takes us through his average day.
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The Ventrac all-terrain multi-purpose tractor has more than 30 attachments
The versatile Ventrac all-terrain multi-purpose tractor is available with over 30 attachments and can be used for a multitude of greenkeeping operations.
Behind the scenes with the world’s first all electric fleet of mowers at Le Golf National
The 2024 Summer Games presented a unique opportunity for Le Golf National to lead the way in golf course electrification, and they put their confidence in Jacobsen™ to achieve it.
Milwaukee Tool launches the next generation of the M18 FUEL BLOWER
More power with less noise, Milwaukee Tool launches the next generation of the M18 FUEL BLOWER, designed to meet the needs of the outdoor trades for quick routine clean-ups.
Do I have to ask before I pat a woman’s bottom?
Carolyne Wahlen from Golf HR reports that there has been a rise in sexual harassment cases involving golf club members, and advises: Have a member disciplinary policy in place and then follow it.
Smithco bunker rakes deliver impeccably groomed sand
Engineered for precision and ease, Smithco bunker rakes deliver impeccably groomed sand, enhancing the aesthetic and playability of golf courses.
Toro supports The R&A’s Golf It! initiative
The idea behind The R&A’s Golf It! initiative was to create a space that introduces people to golf while giving back to the local community through an apprenticeship programme sponsored by The Toro Foundation.
“We have done 59 bunkers to date”
As he marks ten years as course manager at West Surrey GC, Alec MacIndoe talks about how he earned the trust of the board and the wide-ranging advantages brought about by a successful bunker renovation project.
Praise for the Avant compact loader
Joe Cook is the head groundsman for Whitby Town FC and he also runs his own gardening business, JC Gardening. In both of his roles, one tool stands out as indispensable: the Avant compact loader.
“The aim is to be a top 100 course”
Scott Roberts, the course manager at Basingstoke Golf Club, which relocated to a new site in 2021, talks about the vision is to make the club one of the premier golf venues in the south-east of England.
Machinery review: Turfco’s CR-15
The CR-15 Material Handler is ideal when renovating bunkers as its large hopper can carry prodigious amounts of sand and other materials, ensuring greater productivity.
Deep Clean from GKB Machines can clean synthetic surfaces
As the team at GBB Services look to extend their operation to include the maintenance and cleaning of synthetic surfaces, it’s a Deep Clean from GKB Machines trusted with the task at hand.
Is a rewire the right move for our course?
If your course needs a new irrigation system, but it is unaffordable at the moment, then a system rewire could improve your current system, with minimal impact, giving you a few years to plan ahead. John Kidson reports.
Hart Common GC benefits from Husqvarna robotic mower
Hart Common Golf Club has been enjoying the benefits of advanced robotic solutions following the installation of the new professional robotic mower from Husqvarna – CEORA.
Pyrford Lakes Golf Club transforms turf management with TurfKeeper from OAS
The Surrey venue uses a solution that offers a host of features designed to streamline processes and drive efficiency.
Rotherham Golf Club relies on Mansfield Sand
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.
Reesink UK to exhibit at The Game Fair
Machinery distributor Reesink UK is bringing a selection of revolutionary Toro machinery to The Game Fair for the first time.
Stress management on golf greens during the summer
Managing turf stress on golf greens is crucial for maintaining healthy, high-performing putting surfaces. Here, Henry Bechelet looks at key considerations for improving the stress tolerance of greens in summer.
Origin Amenity Solutions launches Grandstand
Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) proudly announces the launch of Grandstand®, a groundbreaking selective herbicide designed to effectively control a wide range of broadleaved weeds.
“Our members expect us to be responsible custodians of the environment”
A Tuscany golf course has completed a major renovation featuring 135km of new drainage capturing surface run-off within a closed system, and a new irrigation system that reduces water consumption.
Company review: Turfco
Turfco designs and builds equipment that increases productivity, saving work hours while reducing fuel costs when operating on fine turf surfaces.
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