Head groundsman Robert Cheape has relied on Kubota machinery – and dealer Hamilton Ross Group – for more than three decades to maintain the busy multi-sport grounds of Scotland’s oldest fully independent school.

Tacit Golf has appointed Shelden Legg as its new sales representative for south east England. A golf enthusiast since childhood, the father of four daughters brings passion for the game to his new role.

As the turfcare industry moves away from blanket spraying towards data-led strategies, Reesink Turfcare’s GeoLink and Digital Specialist Lee Rowbotham explains how Toro’s GeoLink technology is helping turf managers cut chemical use and improve environmental stewardship.

GroundsFest Academy recently hosted another successful free educational event with its Synthetic Surface – Maintenance Best Practice day, delivered in collaboration with Replay Maintenance, Redexim UK, Labosport and Fleet Line Markers.

Head groundsman Prentis Russell explains how a structured fertiliser programme, planned in partnership with Agrovista Amenity, is keeping the clay-based track in top condition across a demanding 18-fixture season.

St Ives (Hunts) Golf Club course manager Rob Duff explains how five Toro Turf Pro 500 autonomous mowers are helping the club increase mowing frequency, reduce staffing pressures and cut emissions – with fairways now being maintained seven days a week.

Tee markers may go unnoticed when they look the part – but tired, faded sets can quietly undermine a course’s presentation. Here’s why a refresh could be worth considering.

Machinery giant John Deere has risen from the top 50 to the top 15 of the GREAT British Employers of Veterans programme, recognising its Military Hiring Programme for ex-forces technicians.