| Welcome to our December Newsletter |
 2009 will certainly go down as a very difficult year for many in our Industry, with the recession having an impact on even the largest of our companies. Hopefully, things will improve over the coming year, but it is my belief that it will be a slow rather than speedy recovery.
The last twelve months have seen much debate on the future of our Industry and, in particular, the prospects of their being a united organisation to champion our cause. I still hope this comes about and, as I've said on many occasions previously, Pitchcare would be delighted to be involved with whoever takes up this challenge.
Coming up in 2010. Together with some of the Industry's leading manufacturers and regulatory bodies, we will be launching a campaign to inform users of the problems and penalties of applying agricultural chemicals in amenity situations.
The campaign is called 'No More Agro', and we will be outlining the legal implications of using non-approved products, giving examples of mis-use and recommending courses of action and best practice.
As usual, we will be asking Pitchcare members to get involved in whatever way they can - by supporting the campaign and making us aware of any examples of mis-use or mis-selling of these chemicals.
My best wishes to all for a great New Year and a very healthy and enjoyable 2010.
Cheers
Dave Saltman |
| Tender for resurfacing of a 2G sand-filled sports pitch |
Vandyke Upper School, Bedfordshire
Vandyke Upper School are inviting expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced contractors who wish to be considered to resurface their existing 2G sand-filled artificial sports pitch. Click here for more information
Closing Date: 8th January 2010 |
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| Training Courses for the New Year |
Winter Sports Turf Maintenance (Rugby/Football)
28 January – Wolverhampton Wanderers - £120.00 + VAT
Led by Pitchcare’s own Dave Saltman, this 1-day course for volunteers, part time groundsmen and those starting out in the industry gives an overview of the safe and efficient use of machinery and equipment. Accredited by Lantra Awards
Dealing with Difficult People and Situations
04 February – Reading - £120.00 + VAT
This course would be of value to anyone whose working environment brings them into contact with the general public, eg school sportsfields, local authority amenity land, village or community sports facilities or play areas, public parks and gardens, theme and leisure parks. Led by industry trainer Frank Newberry. Accredited by Lantra Awards
Contact Christine Johnson
for more details. |
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| Golf Course Maintenance and Golf Products |
Specialists in cutting edge technology, Crocodile Golf Products are proud to introduce its range of quality products to the golfing and turf care industry.
Crocodile Golf Products’ bottom blades and cylinder mower blades have proven ability to sustain the most punishing conditions to provide the sharpest cut and closest tolerance on golf course greens throughout the world.
Designed as a low-cost quality alternative to the original parts, Crocodile Golf Products’ bottom blades and cylinder mower blade cylinders fit all types of mowing machines, including Toro, Jacobsen and John Deere. Entirely manufactured in the United Kingdom to exacting quality and precision engineering standards and supplied with a lifetime guarantee against breakage.
Available online via the Crocodile Golf Products website.
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| After the Snow - Disease |
The snow may look pretty but, as all groundsmen and greenkeepers know, once the snow cover recedes we can expect disease infections to break out, particularly Fusarium Patch. The pathogen is frequently referred to as 'Pink Snow Mould'; a testament to its thriving in the unique microclimate under snow.
Fortunately, there is a wide range of products on the market to tackle this problem, and all are available on the Pitchcare Shop.
To improve the effectiveness and coverage of pesticide sprays, we have introduced pHassist Blush to our range of products. It is a novel spray adjuvant technology containing a combination of non-ionic components and a safe acidifier that is suitable for both ground and aerial applications. Click here for more details. |
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| Ice and Snow Solutions |
We can get deliveries to you early in the new year. From snow shovels to salt spreaders, we can supply everything you need to tackle the freezing conditions, including:-
Magic Ice Melt Granules - Stops snow and ice forming on the surface. Non toxic and non corrosive. A 10kg bag, when used in conjunction with a dispenser, has a coverage of up to 2000m2 and stops re-freezing for up to 24 hours.
Rock salt and White grit stone salt - available in bulk loose loads or dumpy bags. ock salt is available in 25kg bags.
View all the ice and snow solutions. |
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