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Dennis Signals Eco-Conscious Evolution at Murrayfield

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With over a decade of experience nurturing the hallowed grounds of the Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium campus (SGM), Jim Dawson has recently embraced a significant change: the adoption of electric turf maintenance equipment, specifically the Dennis ES-860 cylinder mower, marking a shift away from traditional petrol-powered machinery. Dennis Signals Eco-Conscious Evolution at Murrayfield. Reflecting on […]

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Causes of moss invasion – Sports Turf

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Mosses are plants comparatively simple in structure and function and, with the Liverworts, comprise the Bryophyta family – one of the least complicated groups of the plant kingdom. Mosses are found in very many situations, for example, on stones, tree trunks and turf. If you have moss on your turf then it is primarily an

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Types of moss in Turf

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There are three main types of moss in turf. Type 1: Hypnum and Eurhynchium species Fern-like mosses usually trailing amongst the grass stems. Present in many types of turf but characteristic of moist, rather spongy swards where there is a soft surface mat and a quantity of loose litter. Such mosses are often a problem

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Controlling moss in Sports Turf

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The invasion of moss in turf seems to be on the increase. Poor surface drainage has always been considered responsible for the invasion of mosses, yet many sports pitches have been troubled by the incursion of mosses in spite of their intensive care programs of scarification, aeration and soil modification and over seeding with new

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Coated vs Uncoated Grass Seed

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One decision you may have to make at some point in your career is whether to opt for coated or uncoated grass seed, each offering distinct advantages depending on the specific requirements of the turf area. Coated grass seed is enveloped in a protective layer of materials like polymers, fertilizers, and fungicides. This coating retains

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A Slightly different overseeding perspective!

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The information in this article was provided by Gilba Solutions After the summer the following 3 practices are NOT a good idea if you are overseeding in the autumn. 1. Aggressive scarification – when this is carried out stolons are removed. These act as subsequent ‘’growing points’ when you transition the ryegrass out in

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Why is it important to use loam/clay over native soil on a cricket wicket?

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It’s no secret that preparing a cricket wicket can be classed as an art. A lot of knowledge and skill goes into preparing a top grade wicket, as anyone who has attempted it will know. Before you can even start any work, the most important part is ensuring you have suitable loam or clay. What

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Grounds Maintenance Roadshow – 9th April 2024 – Fleet Line Markers

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Despite the inclement weather on April 9th, 2024, the Grounds Maintenance Roadshow successfully unfolded at Birmingham City University’s Pavilion, Moor Lane. Over 20 companies graced the event to present their latest products and services. Such gatherings serve as vital platforms for the industry, spotlighting innovations and fostering crucial networking opportunities. The adverse weather failed to

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Beginner’s guide, plant growth regulators

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Growth regulators are used in sports turf primarily to regulate and suppress grass growth. That has advantages for time and cost savings, but also some real advantages for maintaining consistent surface playability. You can vary the amount of suppression by increasing the application rate. Essentially, the higher the rate, the less the turf will grow

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Vertical integration key to success at Mountain View Seeds

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Born out of a co-op in the heart of the Mid-Willamette Valley, Mountain View Seeds has emerged as a top player in the global grass seed market, providing high-quality turfgrass, forage, and cover crops with a focus on environmental sustainability. Today, the company contracts with more than 200 growers across the Pacific Northwest and sells anywhere from

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