Yanmar Holdings has become the majority partner in AriensCo as part of a new strategic partnership between the two family-owned companies. The companies say the deal brings together Yanmar’s expertise in engines, agricultural machinery and energy systems with AriensCo’s outdoor power…
The programme for TurfTech 2026 is taking shape, with speakers and technical sessions confirmed for the two-day summit at Brighton & Hove Albion FC’s AMEX Stadium on 1 and 2 October. Organisers say the event will bring together specialists from…
UK union, Unite, has announced that they have secured a pay rise of 8.4 per cent for the lowest paid Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) workers – taking their hourly wage to £15 per hour. They say workers will receive…
Rob Read and Craig Hoare Toro UK have announced the appointment of Rob Read as their new territory manager for the South West of England and Wales. The company say Rob brings a wealth of industry experience, having started…
Trimax has introduced the latest generation of its established FlailDek flail mower, with a range of updates designed to make day-to-day operation easier and more efficient. The new Trimax FlailDek S4 builds on a proven platform with improvements focused on…
STIHL has unveiled its new ALLPRO battery system, a next-generation professional battery platform designed to deliver more power, faster charging and increased flexibility for forestry, landscaping and groundcare professionals. Developed to support demanding day-to-day applications, the ALLPRO system represents a…
This is the last of three short opinion pieces on matters concerning the amenity sector and I am grateful to Turf Pro for their publication. This one will address the crucial area of recruiting and retaining staff I hope that…
The Grounds Management Association (GMA) has reiterated its defence of Golf Course Management and Sports Turf Management degrees following renewed criticism of specialist land-based qualifications by Reform’s Suella Braverman. The GMA says it is “disappointed” to see Ms Braverman once…
SALTEX 2026 has unveiled its headline speaker line-up for Learning LIVE, with experts from UEFA, STRI, Agrii (Envirofield), SAPCA, LaboSport and the Football Foundation among those taking part. The education programme, which runs across the Main Stage, Spotlight Stage and…
Sutton Coldfield Golf Club has completed a multi-year project to replace its ageing irrigation system, installing almost 180 Hunter sprinkler heads across its greens, approaches and tees. The club say their previous system dated back to 1991 and had become…