Making the big switch
There was a time when synthetic turf was almost the dominant surface in the Dutch Eredivisie, but clubs have now…
How data-driven turf care can save the day
Data-driven turf care has become the buzzword in the industry, but its true potential is still not very clear. Sportsfields.Magazine…
Behind the scenes
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) hosts a variety of competitions, the most prominent of which are the annual…
A guide to: wetting agents
In many countries, wetting agents are not subjected to the rigorous registration process that is used for pesticides, making it…
Leaching of fertilisers in turf and hybrid sports surfaces
Knowing your impact on the environment at large is a crucial element of turf care. With authorities claiming excess nitrogen…
Interview with Geoff Webb, CEO at The GMA
This year, the Grounds Management Association (GMA) is celebrating its 90th anniversary, making it the oldest association for grounds care…
What is left following the ban on polymeric infill?
The European Commission has spoken. From September 2031, onwards it will no longer allow the placing of polymeric infills like…
Preventative microplastics removal
Environmental pollution from yarn wear is becoming an agenda item around the world. The biggest concern is the fields already…
European standard levels playing field for shock absorbing layers
Open-cell or closed cell prefabricated shockpads, either from virgin or recycled materials, in-situ shockpads or e-layers are all expected to…
Radici Pietro buys stake in TurfRecyclers
Radici Pietro has bought 26% of the shares TurfRecyclers, and Italian-based company that supplies machinery to recycle synthetic turf as…