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The future of turf management – BIGGA and Jacobsen announce FTMI class of 2026

The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) and Jacobsen have announced the delegates for the 2026 Future Turf Managers Initiative (FTMI). Each year, 15 up-and-coming BIGGA mem…

Sports pitches used to capture heat in landmark initiative

A technology used in the Netherlands is seeing heat captured by synthetic turf sports pitches for the first time, with a single field able to heat up to 300 homes for a year with green energy. The dev…

Attraxor helps Airdrie Golf Club deliver stronger, smoother greens

At Airdrie Golf Club, Course Manager Jordan Cameron has taken a clear, back-to-basics approach to turf management, and with the support of Agrovista Amenity and growth regulator Attraxor, the results …

AS-Motor Electric – now also available with the STIHL Powerhead

From the coming 2027 season, selected AS-Motor machines will be available with the STIHL Powerhead. This will allow users to choose between two established battery systems in future and integrate AS-M…

New report reveals how sports clubs could deliver modern facilities through relocation

A new report has revealed how sports clubs with limited space in built-up areas could use relocation to deliver modern facilities and widen community access. Planning for Sport: Relocation, Relocation…

GroundsFest Academy showcases sports surface expertise

GroundsFest Academy welcomed grounds professionals from across the industry for its latest CPD-accredited event, Preparing Surfaces for Sports, held at Plymouth Football Club’s Home Park Stadium. Deli…

Amenity Forum appoints Ian Barnett to board

The Amenity Forum has appointed Ian Barnett, Regional Technical Manager (South West UK) at DLF Seeds, to its Board of Directors. Ian brings more than 30 years’ experience in the amenity and turf…

Origin Amenity strengthens biostimulant portfolio with the addition of Fiata Boost

Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) has expanded its nutritional portfolio with the introduction of Fiata Boost, an advanced microbial biostimulant developed to help turf managers maintain stronger, more c…

The R&A launches BioBlitz toolkit to help golf clubs support biodiversity

The R&A has strengthened its commitment to supporting biodiversity across golf by launching a new BioBlitz Toolkit designed to help golf clubs around the world identify, record and celebrate the w…

Makita XGT tools helping to maintain the historic Keele University campus

Keele University has invested in a wide range of Makita 40Vmax XGT cordless grounds maintenance tools to help its team to efficiently maintain the extensive site. In addition, the range is improving u…

Silvermere invests in Hunter irrigation upgrade with KAR UK

At Silvermere Golf Course, irrigation plays a critical role in maintaining the high standards expected of its 18-hole championship parkland course. Under the guidance of Course Manager Tim Muir, the S…

Kärcher and STIHL launch groundbreaking battery alliance

Two drivers of innovation, one vision: Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG and ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG have announced the launch of their joint battery alliance. The aim of this strategic partnership…