November 2011 – Issue 68

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Major features in this issue:
The results of a design workshop for greenkeepers and golf club managers • The dangers of course design being carried out by golf club captains • A look at the design principles behind the new Yas resort in the Middle East • How you can prevent an environmental disaster if thieves attack the diesel at your club • The environmental approach all greenkeepers at links courses should follow • Bob Taylor: Why environmentalism and commercialism go hand in hand • Greenkeepers preview Harrogate Week 2012
The educational offerings available to greenkeepers

Regular features:
Industry News • Seeds, Turf and Fertilisers Buyer’s Guide • Profile: Phil Gates • Machinery and Equipment Buyer’s Guide • Water Management Buyer’s Guide • A Day in the Life: Matt Gill

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October 2011 – Issue 67

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Major features in this issue:
Making sure your course machinery lasts as long as possible • How Seve Ballesteros’ design legacy in the UK has been saved by hard work from The Westerwood’s greenkeepers • Why a Finnish golf club has invested nearly £500,000 in its greens and legendary bunkers • Laurence Pithie: What is the role of a golf course manager? • An extensive preview of the educational offerings at Harrogate Week 2012 • Preparing your irrigation pipes for a cold winter

Regular features:
Industry News • Machinery and Equipment Buyer’s Guide • Profile: Sean Jarvis • Seeds, Turf and Fertilisers Buyer’s Guide • A Day in the Life: Derek Robson

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September 2011 – Issue 66

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Major features in this issue:
Noel Mackenzie: The false economy of cheap seeds and the correct aeration techniques that should be used • Significantly reduced fungicides and fertilisers at Knaresborough Golf Club • Testing the latest compact tractors • The challenges facing Jim Croxton, the new CEO of BIGGA • Why using native trees is ecologically sound woodland management • STRI Research 2011: The educational benefits of this new annual event • Dr Ruth Mann: Preventing turf diseases before renovation projects have even begun • Preview of next January’s Continue to Learn programme in Harrogate

Regular features:
Industry News • Seeds, Turf and Fertilisers Buyer’s Guide  • Profile: David Wood • Machinery and Equipment Buyer’s Guide •A Day in the Life: Michael Slack

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