This week some members of staff attended the Scottish Greenkeepers Conference in Dunfermline, where leading industry speakers provided the latest information on turf management and greenkeeping techniques.
Speakers among others included Wentworth’s Chris Kennedy, Estate Manager who spoke on the rebuilding of the West Course and Jim McKenzie, Course Superintendent from Celtic Manor on his 2010 Ryder Cup experience.
On the same day the Head Greenkeeper and myself travelled down to John Deere UK headquarters in Nottingham, to attend a product launch and evaluation day. Where we were given the opportunity to view and comment on the latest John Deere hybrid turf maintenance machinery.
Hybrid technology combines conventional diesel power with electric motors to produce a quieter, more environmentally friendly machine. This advanced technology can reduce fuel consumption by 20% and reduce operating costs considerably.
We both found the day extremely informative and educational.
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GCSAI Annual Conference 2011
On Wednesday I flew out to Dublin to attend the Irish Golf Course Superintendents Conference in Trim, Co Meath.
Key speakers included Greg Evans, Golf Course Consultant, Richard Hayden, Director of Operations at the Sports Turf Research Institute and from Texas University in USA, Professor James Beard, the leading world authority on turfgrass maintenance.
Professor Beard has authored over 300 scientific papers and over 500 technical articles and seven turfgrass maintenance books. Professor Beard spoke at length regarding the latest research taking place in the USA and the future challenges for Golf Managers/Superintendents on both sides of the Atlantic.
Without doubt the best conference I have had the pleasure of attending for many years.
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