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Educating Tomorrow’s Turf Managers With Masterclass at Swindon Supermarine

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In November 2024, Wiltshire College & University Centre hosted a hands-on masterclass for its Sports Turf students, supported by International Greenkeepers for Hire and Dennis Mowers. Held at Swindon Supermarine Football Club, the event gave Level 2 students the opportunity to refine their practical skills, essential for their end-point assessments. The day began with introductions …

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Sports Turf & Greenkeeping Educationalists’ Summit

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Working in education is a challenging yet rewarding endeavor, with each week bringing its own unique demands. One constant that stands out is the resilience of trainers and lecturers, who go above and beyond to ensure that qualifications are delivered to the highest standards. This dedication was celebrated at the Sports Turf & Greenkeeping Educationalists’ …

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Successful Synthetic Surfaces Seminar Hosted at Loughborough University

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Loughborough University recently played host to the Synthetic Surfaces Seminar, organised by Syn-Pro by SISIS, part of the Howardson Group.  The event brought together over 60 delegates eager to enhance their understanding of synthetic sports surfaces, covering a comprehensive agenda from environmental impacts to maintenance practices. https://youtu.be/DTtPSQdg74k The day kicked off with registration and networking, …

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Lackham Tradeshow and Careers Fair 2024

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Brad of IGFH attended the Lackham Tradeshow and Careers Fair, held at Wiltshire College & University Centre’s Lackham campus on June 17, 2024, which aims to “bring employers and students together to showcase the wide range of careers available in the local area”. We interviewed many of the exhibitors at the show, asking them what …

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Solid Tine Aeration

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Solid tine aeration is used to improve soil structure, reduce compaction, release nutrients, allows water to penetrate the surface and enhance overall turf health. Unlike hollow tine aeration, which removes soil cores, solid tine aeration simply punctures the soil with solid metal spikes or tines. This method creates channels that allow for better air, water, …

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Selecting the right fertilizer – Size to hardness

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The information in this article was provided by Gilba Solutions  One of the perpetual debates in the turf and amenity industry with selecting a fertilizer is whether granulated homogenous fertilizers give a more accurate application at a prescribed rate than blends of similar analysis. What is involved in manufacturing a fertilizer in the turf industry …

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