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Sean Brocklehurst – my journey, mentorship and leading the team at South Herts Golf Club
South Herts course manager Sean Brocklehurst discusses the reality of greenkeeping in 2026 — from managing record-breaking weather patterns and anthracnose to deploying robot fairways mowers and building an onsite reservoir for long-term sustainability.
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ICL appoints Moor Park’s Gavin Kinsella as technical area sales manager
ICL Turf & Landscape UK & Ireland has announced the appointment of golf course manager Gavin Kinsella as technical area sales manager – South East.
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Keys Brothers appointed official Redexim dealer for Northern Ireland
Redexim UK has strengthened its presence in Northern Ireland with the appointment of Keys Brothers as its official partner for the region.
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Ratcliffe College elevates sports pitch quality with robotic line marking
Ratcliffe College has transformed its grounds maintenance by introducing the PaintMaster™ Pro RLM01. The GPS-guided robotic line marker ensures centimetre-accurate, consistent results across nine rugby pitches and multiple sports surfaces for the school.
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Dumbarnie Links completes course improvement work
Dumbarnie Links has successfully completed several significant projects over the winter months, upgrades which will further enhance the playing experience at Clive Clark’s critically acclaimed layout.
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The Ridge Course reopens following 12-month agronomy enhancement programme
The Ridge Course at The Els Club Desaru Coast, in the Malaysian state Johor, has reopened following a comprehensive 12-month enhancement programme carried out entirely by the club’s agronomy team.
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Dennis Mowers unveils the lightweight, battery powered ES-34SL mower
Dennis Mowers has unveiled the newest addition to its range of high-performance professional mowers: the lightweight ES-34SL battery-powered mower, designed for everyday use and flawless finishing.
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Golf club converts its own fescue clippings into a craft ale
A golf club in Surrey has launched a partnership with a local microbrewery to create the world’s first craft ale brewed using fermented fine fescue grass clippings sourced directly from its course.
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AFC Bournemouth levels up with Toro fleet for new training complex
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.
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Parkers Pitches powers expansion with GKB Machines
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.
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The Vale Resort boosts fairway finesse with expanded Baroness fleet
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.
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ProSelect 1 delivers high-wear resilience for Sheffield Wednesday
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.
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Deer Park prepared for bumper 2026 season following major investment
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.
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Suståne fertiliser delivers year-round consistency at Stratford Oaks
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.
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Redexim and Russells Groundcare expand partnership
Redexim and Russells Groundcare have announced a significant expansion of their long-standing partnership, with Russells now taking on responsibility for Yorkshire and Lincolnshire in addition to its existing Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire territory.
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ICL and Syngenta extend their partnership
ICL and Syngenta have extended their long-standing collaboration to support turf professionals across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. The deal focuses on research and innovation, preparing for a new generation of high-performance Syngenta products in 2026.