FINALISTS ANNOUNCED

PICTURED ABOVE, L-R: Lewis Blois, Landscape & Industrial Business Development Manager; Ian Graham, Amenity Forum Chairman; Sean Loakes, Syngenta Technical Manager

The finalists have been revealed for the Amenity Sprayer Operator of the Year Award (ASOOTY), announced at this year's Amenity Forum Conference.

Selected from the biggest ever entry to the competition to find the UK's best sprayer operators across the industry, the finalists through to the next round of judging are:

• Mark Sippitt - Top Grass UK Ltd
• Sarah Phillips - Complete Weed Control (South & Central Wales) Ltd
• Peter Pattenden - Carden Park Golf Club

The ASOOTY Award is organised by the Amenity Forum, with the support and sponsorship of ICL and Syngenta. 

Announcing the finalists, Ian Graham, Amenity Forum chairman said: "Being named a finalist is a testament to your hard work, dedication, and expertise in amenity spraying."

He also commended all the entrants to the Awards for their hard work and dedication to the amenity industry, which does not go unnoticed. "We would like to extend our sincerest thanks for your participation. 

"We strongly encourage you to apply again next year, as each entry helps to raise the standards and recognise the excellence in our industry."

The next stage of the competition will involve individual interviews for the finalists with the judging panel. The overall winner will be announced at the BIGGA Industry Awards during the BTME event in Harrogate in January 2025.