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The International hub for greenkeepers, groundstaff, turf managers and volunteers
Bradley Tennant of IGFH discusses the ongoing issue of subpar pay within the sports turf industry. In the serene landscapes of golf courses, football fields, and cricket grounds, where the beauty of meticulously maintained turf meets the passion of sports enthusiasts, a contentious issue often lingers in the background: the disparity in pay within the …
Fairways to Fair Pay: Groundstaff Equity in Sports Turf Read More »
We all know about the current ongoing crisis within our industry regarding pay. With all industries, we expect some various levels of pay. Nobody is expecting a premier league grounds manager to be earning the same as a local sports maintenance manager. However, year on year, recommended pay scales are published from the relevant associations …
How to Ask for a Pay Rise in Turf Management: The Complete Guide Read More »
First of all, what do we mean by ‘standard’, a level of quality or attainment in short. But within horticulture and particularly in sports turf this standard can vary dramatically. The local Sunday league team aren’t expecting to play on Wembley standard pitches, whereas the elite athletes will be. It’s about finding that fine line, …
Defining the ‘standard’ and pay within the Turf industry. Read More »