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Meet the course manager: Shaun Embleton
Course manager Shaun Embleton is spearheading a massive redevelopment at one of the north east’s premier resorts. He discusses moving away from committee-led structures, reimagining championship holes for a modern audience, and why Ramside Hall is the “sleeping giant” finally finding its voice.
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BTME: Exhibitor Remus Rewards to showcase membership benefits
Remus Rewards understands membership benefits is a new concept to a traditional industry that may need to change its approach in order to attract a new generation of members. If clubs want to reward their loyal members and entice new ones, they need a different approach. By using Golf Rewards, members will gain access to…
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BTME: Kubota to showcase the ZD1211
Kubota will be showcasing a number of exciting new and enhanced machinery ranges at BTME 2018 as it continues to keep the needs of turf professionals at the heart of its product innovation. Visitors to the show are encouraged to drop by the Kubota stand to see a host of market leading and high quality…
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How to skip the queues for BTME 2018
Visitors to BTME 2018, described as the biggest turf management show of the year, are being urged to benefit from queue-busting access to the Harrogate Convention Centre on 23-25 January 2018. Anyone who pre-registers for their visitor badges here will be able to avoid the queues. By combining Continue to Learn, the Turf Managers’ Conference, GolfBIC and partner events,…
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How to see Capillary Concrete at BTME
With the introduction of a premixed version of Capillary Concrete™ in the latter part of 2017, this popular bunker liner has just got even better! Delivered to site in ready-mix trucks the special polymer containing Capillary Concrete™ is ready to use, a typical truck has enough product to cover 100m² of bunkers and can be…
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BTME: Barenbrug to showcase Yellow Jacket Water Manager seed
At BTME Barenbrug will showcase Yellow Jacket Water Manager – a game-changing grass seed enhancement product that improves germination and seedling survival in tough environments. The patented technology is the result of a research project by Barenbrug and Aquatrols and has been independently tested by the STRI. It was successfully trialled by four Open Championship…
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New AR and TR Jacobsen machines to be at BTME
Textron Golf, the Ipswich-based manufacturer of Jacobsen commercial mowing equipment, will be showcasing the new AR series and TR series at the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) in Harrogate in January. The new Jacobsen AR and TR series replaces the existing AR-3, TR-3 and Tri-King machines. Created with usability in mind, the new machines are…
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BTME: Headland Amenity to focus on strong and healthy grass plants
The withdrawal of some popular turf fungicides has made it essential that greenkeepers look for ways to minimise plant disease by using a variety of other strategies. Producing a grass plant that is strong and healthy is more likely to make it difficult for disease to take hold and Headland Amenity will be focussing on…
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BTME: Acumen – ClearWater to exhibit
Acumen Waste Services, with ClearWater and other Highspeed Group brands under its belt, is investing in development and growth of these important facets of its expanding organisation, with BTME 2018 being a major priority. BTME is important to Acumen’s aspirations, especially as those operating in turf management are key customers. Visitors will not be disappointed…
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Reesink Turfcare to have two stands at BTME for Toro and TYM
Toro’s latest UK launch, the GreensPro 1260 greens roller, will be headlining the Reesink Turfcare stand at BTME 2018. This year is also the first year that Reesink will have two stands. Joining the Reesink stand in Hall M is stand C32, dedicated entirely to TYM tractors to accommodate the range as it expands and…
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Golf Environment Organisation revamps its digital offering
The online program, OnCourse, which helps golf clubs manage their facility in the most sustainable way possible, has been significantly upgraded. “This brings significant business benefits to golf facilities and helps golf improve its social and environmental reputation,” said a spokesman for the Golf Environment Organisation (GEO), which runs the tool. GEO is an international…
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BTME: Out with the old and in with the new for Rigby Taylor
If you’re looking for something new, Rigby Taylor is the company to visit at BTME: hear about a major new distribution announcement; see the new product introductions and on a new, vibrant and interactive stand. While enjoying a freshly made cup of coffee, visitors can discuss the technical features and benefits of the company’s exciting…
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BTME: Waste2Water to bring back 2 year interest free offer
“We’ve never been busier with record numbers installing our Waste2Water Recycling Wash-Off Systems in 2017”, commented a delighted Tim Earley, managing director. If you’ve not already done so, upgrading your wash facility should now be an urgent priority to ensure compliance with the environmental legislation. “To make financing easier, we are delighted to re-open our…
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BTME: The Graden and Redexim Pedestrian Carrier to feature
Visitors to stand B48 will be able to see first-hand Charterhouse’s extensive range of solutions for the golf industry, including highlights from the Graden range of verticutters, along with a wealth of machinery from Redexim. The flagship Graden machine, the Contour Sand Injection (CSI) unit, has the ability to scarify to any depth between 1mm…
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BTME: Germinal to showcase its latest seed mixture
Grass seed and turf care specialist, Germinal, will be showcasing its latest greens-specific seed mixture at the BTME show in Harrogate from January 23 to 25, 2018. Designed specifically for use on soil or sand-based golf greens, FOREFRONT GREENS is a blend of three bentgrass varieties, all of which have been selected to offer increased…
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BIGGA becomes EIGCA’s ninth patron
The European Institute of Golf Course Architects (EIGCA) has announced that the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) is to become its ninth patron, joining the likes of the European Tour and The R&A. EIGCA and BIGGA will work together to provide support for each other’s membership in a number of areas. BIGGA will…



