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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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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…
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ISEKI UK becomes major new player
A major new mower and tractor company – ISEKI UK – has been formed and it has named the ex-president of Jacobsen, David Withers, as new managing director. “ISEKI UK is a company formed with investment from ISEKI for the sole purpose of distributing the ISEKI range of products and growing market share and sales…
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40cm wider aerator speeds up greenkeeping work for Knighton Heath GC
When Alan Magee, course manager at Knighton Heath GC, upgraded his existing Wiedenmann Terra Spike, he simply chose a wider version thanks to having a bigger tractor. The Bournemouth club enjoyed the excellent service of its GXi 6 which had been both nimble and quick. However, in August a switch was made to the 1.8m…
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How will you now manage microdochium nivale?
Ongoing and future management of the pathogen microdochium nivale was one of the hot topics that greenkeepers discussed at the recent STRI annual ‘Trial Event’, held in Bingley, Yorkshire. Having actively researched and trialled products to suppress the disease for over 10 years, Headland Amenity and Bayer were two of the leading contributors on the…