IGFH News
Welcome to the IGFH blog. Here, you’ll find news of our latest magazine releases, interviews with some of the greenkeeping industry’s most influential names and businesses, thought-provoking discussions on trending topics, reviews of turf equipment, and general grounds and greenkeeping news.
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Quattro Does More Than Move Water
Quattro is often described as a wetting agent, but that doesn’t fully reflect what it brings to a turf programme. Supplied by ReGen, this patented liquid formulation is designed not only to improve moisture movement through the soil profile, but also to support how effectively nutrients, particularly nitrogen, are used
Why Now Is the Best Time to Build Your CPD Points in the Grounds Sector
You’ve probably noticed how often CPD opportunities are coming up across the grounds sector right now. Training days, short courses, live demos, and structured programmes have all increased over the past couple of years. Employers expect more from their teams and standards keep rising, with new equipment and techniques continuing
Revolutionary Turf Management Platform Helps UK Golf Courses Cut Costs and Improve Playing Conditions
Gilba Solutions has launched the GAIP Hub (Gilba Agronomic Intelligence Platform), a groundbreaking decision-support tool that transforms how golf courses and sports venues manage their turf. Developed by senior agronomist Jerry Spencer, who holds Honours in Soil Science and has 35+ years of industry experience, the platform combines real-time climate
Meet the Members: Greg Smith
In this interview, we’re speaking to Greg Smith, who has over 40 years in the industry, starting out in 1983 and managing various stadiums and environments across Nottingham, UK, from grassroots all the way up to professional sports with Notts County. He’s now overseeing major facilities at the University of
Regen Amenity to Supply Sigma Organic Fertilisers to UK Amenity Market
Our sponsor Regen Amenity has announced that it will now be supplying a range of Sigma organic fertilisers to the UK amenity sector, following the confirmation of a partnership with Sigma AgriScience earlier this year. The agreement, established in January this year, gives Regen Amenity exclusive access to a series
Your Guide to TurfPassport (For Job Seekers)
This guide will walk you through how to use TurfPassport as a Job Seeker, including creating an account, searching for jobs, and connecting with employers. 1. Sign Up Visit https://www.turfpassport.com and click “Sign Up”. Make sure “Job Seeker” is marked. Enter your email and make a password, then click “Create
Your Guide to TurfPassport (For Employers)
This guide will walk you through how to use TurfPassport as an employer, including creating an account, posting a job, and connecting with candidates. 1. Sign Up Visit https://www.turfpassport.com and click “Sign Up”. Make sure “Employer (Club/Organisation)” is marked. Enter your email and make a password, then click “Create Account”.
Meet the Members: Kate Stillwell
In this interview, we’re chatting to Kate Stillwell, Head Greenkeeper of GKG Golf Course in Iceland. With her father working as Head Agronomist on the European Tour for more than 40 years, she spent much of her childhood travelling to world-class golf courses and developing a passion for the industry
GroundsFest Academy Attendees Gain Exclusive Insight at the Emirates Stadium
Selected attendees of the 2025 GroundsFest Academy events were recently given a unique opportunity: a behind-the-scenes experience day at the Emirates Stadium, home of Arsenal F.C. The day offered a CPD-accredited, practical insight into the operations, challenges, and expertise involved in managing a world-class playing surface and stadium environment. Led
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