To maintain Premier League standards at their new £36 million Canford Magna complex, AFC Bournemouth have invested in a specialised Toro machinery fleet. Head of grounds Ian Lucas selected the Reelmaster 3100 with SideWinder technology for precision striping.

To meet the demands of large-scale drainage and construction projects, Parkers Pitches has invested in a ‘bulletproof’ fleet from GKB Machines. Owner Will Parker credits the V-Strong, Combinator and SP100 for the reliability needed to scale across East Anglia.

The Vale Resort has upgraded its turf maintenance with four new Baroness LM551 fairway mowers. Golf manager Noel Werner highlights the brand’s “quality of cut” and reliability as essential for maintaining two championship courses and elite training areas.

Sheffield Wednesday head groundsman Lee Jackson reports successful grass cover and strong recovery at the heavily shaded Hillsborough stadium. Despite a 10 percent increase in pitch usage and tough 2025 summer heat, ICL’s ProSelect 1 has significantly improved surface consistency.

West Lothian’s Deer Park Golf & Country Club enters 2026 with doubled memberships and extensive course upgrades. From new machinery to enhanced drainage and tree planting, the championship venue is primed for the season and the annual Deer Park Masters.

Stratford Oaks Golf Club has achieved superior plant health and winter recovery using Suståne’s 5-2-4+Fe natural-based fertiliser. Course manager James Cleaver notes disease-free greens in 2026 and steady growth without the need for constant spraying.

Slotter is a specialised overseeding tool for fine turf areas, featuring a flat-bottomed slot that enhances moisture retention, accelerates germination, and supports strong root development – ideal for fescue.

At Crowborough Beacon Golf Club, course manager Luke Jenkins has been achieving exceptional results using BASF’s Attraxor®, a plant growth regulator supplied by Agrovista Amenity.

John Deere’s dealer network is strengthening its support for veterans as Hunt Forest Group and Ripon Farm Services sign the Armed Forces Covenant. Discover how the Military Hiring Programme is turning ex-service skill sets into elite technician roles.

Faced with 5,000 weekly users and record-breaking dry spells, Bournemouth University grounds manager Alex McCombie reveals why MM Tetra Sport is his go-to for recovery. Discover how this specialist seed mix stands up to relentless multi-sport wear.