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Grounds staff urged to check local water restrictions as drought conditions continue

The Grounds Management Association (GMA) is encouraging members to stay informed about local water restrictions and drought measures as dry weather continues to place pressure on water supplies across…

Kubota EK1-261 proves the perfect match for CPD Penrhyndeudraeth FC

At grassroots level, maintaining a high-quality playing surface is no small task – especially when faced with heavy usage and unpredictable weather. For CPD Penrhyndeudraeth FC, Volunteer Ground…

Baroness builds momentum ahead of 20-year milestone with GroundsFest appearance

Japanese precision and engineering excellence will be the theme of stand OSA810 at GroundsFest 2026, as Baroness and Kubota team up once again to deliver a showcase of equipment critical to fine turf,…

GroundsFest unveils its 2026 free education programme

GroundsFest has officially announced its 2026 education programme, with four dedicated seminar theatres delivering two days of free expert-led sessions covering the biggest topics affecting the ground…

More areas in England declared in drought after record dry July

Almost three-quarters of England is now in drought as conditions worsen following a dry start to August. The National Drought Group has warned all regions of the country are experiencing pressure on t…

ThatchEater provides a biological solution for better winter greens at Grimsby Golf Club

Having spent 38 years at Grimsby Golf Club, Head Greenkeeper Scott Vincent has seen every challenge the British climate can throw at a golf course – particularly during wet winters. With member expect…

DLF shine a spotlight on sustainable seed solutions at GroundsFest 2026

DLF, the world’s largest grass seed breeder, is set to return to GroundsFest this September with a showcase of sustainable, resilient and high-performance seed solutions for turf and landscaping profe…

The Open marked a decade of Greenlinks sustainability programme

The R&A celebrated ten years of Greenlinks at The 154th Open, marking a decade of continuous progress in making its championships more sustainable while protecting the future of golf and the iconi…

Weather whiplash continues as climate change brings volatile weather

The National Drought Group has heard that while water resources remain in a relatively healthy position following an exceptionally wet winter, some areas are already seeing the impacts of drier condit…

The Kubota approach to innovation is paying dividends for groundscare professionals

Adapting to shifting markets and developing new products while enhancing existing models is second nature to Kubota. Matt Wilson, the manufacturer’s Groundcare Product Manager, explains the need for c…

A new era for sports turf maintenance

The Kress Mega 600 KR238E represents a significant step forward in robotic mowing for professional sports surfaces. Developed specifically for large and demanding turf areas, this flagship model from …

Suståne to showcase solutions for more resilient surfaces at GroundsFest 2026

Visitors to GroundsFest 2026 looking for sustainable nutrition and plant health solutions will find all the answers with a stop by Suståne Natural Fertilisers on stand 44. This year, the focus will be…