TurfPro Weekly Briefing

Former greenkeeper & inventor Karl Parry launches @iGreenKeeper - a new turf management business blending digital tools with smart product solutions. 🌱 Check it out. 👉 turfpro.co.uk/karl-parry-lau…

Big congratulations to @BalmersSales on securing both UK Dealer of the Year and a prestigious European Pro Partner Award within the @UK_Husqvarna network. 🌍 👏 A standout achievement driven by innovation in autonomous mowing. Read more 👉 turfpro.co.uk/national-europ…

🤝 Wishing a fond farewell to Geoff Webb who is stepping down as CEO of @wearetheGMA after 21 years, marking the end of an influential chapter for the sector.  Read more in our latest update: turfpro.co.uk/geoff-webb-to-…

🏏 First game of the season incoming? Brian Sandles from TurfCareBlog.com shares the key prep steps to ensure your pitch is a cut above the rest. 👉 turfpro.co.uk/preparations-r…

@TGATurfandWater is advising members to introduce a temporary Energy & Production Cost Adjustment as global energy volatility continues to drive input costs up. 🌱💰 How are rising energy and production costs impacting your operation? Full story: turfpro.co.uk/tga-advising-m…

Young Turf Professionals have received top industry recognition with Pioneer Marks, celebrating the impact and legacy they’ve made in the #GroundsManagement profession. 👏 Learn more about these deserving winners: turfpro.co.uk/young-turf-pro… @wearetheGMA

🔋@EGOpowerplusEU 5‑year Battery Power Campaign comes to a close with the release of their Whitepaper. With independent results on emissions, noise and vibration, it assesses whether battery power can truly lead the future of outdoor equipment. 📄 turfpro.co.uk/ego-s-battery-…

🪴@GroundsfestAcad  and John Moverley have launched a free Sustainability Assessment Tool for the industry. Explore how it works and try it here: turfpro.co.uk/free-sustainab… #Sustainability #AssessmentTool

A community facility powered by volunteers. 🏉 Our editor Laurence Gale recently caught up with volunteer groundsman Trevor Roberts at @Stafford_RUFC to hear how this multi-pitch venue is kept in top condition. 👉 turfpro.co.uk/home/a-communi… #GrassrootsRugby #GroundsManagement

🕊️ Remembering Mick Hunt, a true legend of the turf industry. As head groundsman at @Middlesex_CCC, he dedicated an incredible 49 years to the club. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and all who had the privilege of working with him. 🔗 turfpro.co.uk/mick-hunt

🏆 @UK_Husqvarna and the @RandA have been shortlisted for two major industry awards for their ground-breaking robotic mowing at the Women’s Open. 🤖⛳ Fantastic to see innovation in turf care getting recognised! 👉 turfpro.co.uk/robotic-mowing… #ESA #SportsTurf #TurfCare

🚀 Big news in autonomous tech! #STIGA is partnering with US firm @SiMa_inc to bring advanced AI to robotic lawnmowers. 🤖 Real‑time decision making + lower power consumption = smarter, greener mowing. 👉 turfpro.co.uk/stiga-partner-… #GardenMachinery #AILawnmowers

Get the full picture of the UK #GroundsManagement workforce with @wearetheGMA's new Workforce Insight Report. 👇 Discover the scale, value and pressures within the sector, plus a shorter guide with practical points for employers. 🔗 turfpro.co.uk/workforce-insi…

Collaboration is key! 🏏 In this week's #StateOfPlay, Brain Sandalls from @SussexCCC shares insights on teamwork in the industry. Plus, tackling challenges like dryer weather and hosepipe bans. 🌤️👉turfpro.co.uk/we-could-achie… #ProfessionalGroundsCare #SportsTurf

🏏🌱 Check out Brian Sandalls' (@turfcareblog) expert tips on getting your cricket square match‑ready for the first game of the season! 👉 turfpro.co.uk/how-to-prepare… Got your own go‑to tips? Let us know! 💬

New #StateOfPlay out now!🎙️ We spoke with Vic Demain from @DurhamCricket about whether the industry has too many trade shows and if they’ve become networking events rather than sales drivers. 🏏 Read the full interview. 👇 turfpro.co.uk/wages-should-r… #ProfessionalTurfCare

Commercial mower brand ATT has been reacquired by original founder, John Coleman. 📰 He says bringing the brands back from @StanleyBlkDeckr will realign them with their founding vision of innovation in #groundcare. 🌱 👉 turfpro.co.uk/commercial-mow…

In this week’s #StateOfPlay, we speak with Damian Wormald of @ClubSilkstone about the industry’s biggest opportunities and challenges, from rising golfer expectations to difficulties recruiting skilled greenkeepers. ⛳ Read more: turfpro.co.uk/golfers-expect…

#GroundTech is drawing a new line in the sector as it secures exclusive UK distribution for the #SWOZI linemarker range. 🌱 Full details: turfpro.co.uk/uk-distributio… #Groundcare #TurfCare #SportsTurf

🧑‍🏫 After successful pilot programmes, @wearetheGMA is rolling out 6 nationwide events to deliver practical, accessible learning for grounds staff and volunteers. 🌱 See what's happening near you 👀👉 turfpro.co.uk/gma-announces-… #TurfManagement #IndustryTraining #GMA