Agrovista Amenity | Turf Hub Podcast

In this episode, Josh talks with Dr. John Dempsey an independent turfgrass researcher with years of experience both as a greenkeeper and a superintendent who has dedicated his career to understanding phosphite’s role in turfgrass health. He delves into how phosphite enhances plant defence mechanisms, suppresses common turf diseases, and can be integrated into an existing IPM or fertility program....

In this episode of The Turf Hub Podcast, Joshua Thomason is joined by Dr. Jonathan Knowles, Head of the Sportsturf Academy at Leicester City Football Club. Together, they explore how the Academy is shaping the future of the sports turf industry through innovative training and education. Jonathan discusses the Academy’s comprehensive approach to supporting turf professionals from delivering industr...

In this episode of The Turf Hub Podcast, host Josh Thomason speaks with Dr. Richard Binks from Koppert to explore how nematodes can provide an effective, sustainable approach to controlling leatherjackets and chafer grubs. The conversation centers on two key products: Sportnem T (Steinernema carpocapsae) and Sportnem H (Heterorhabditis bacteriophora). Dr. Binks shares best practices for applicatio...

Join us for an insightful episode of the Agrovista Amenity TurfHub Podcast (Disease Series) as we delve into Grey Leaf Spot (GLS) a prevalent and increasingly challenging disease affecting sports turf, particularly within football stadium environments. Host Joshua Thomason is joined by Deborah Cox, a molecular biologist with deep expertise in turf disease management. Deborah shares practical strat...

Join us in this insightful episode of the Agrovista Amenity Turfhub Podcast as we explore Dollar Spot, a prevalent disease impacting sportsturf playing surfaces. Host Joshua Thomason welcomes Deborah Cox, a molecular biologist specialising in turf disease management. Deborah brings her extensive expertise to the table, offering practical advice and strategies for diagnosing and treating Dollar Spo...

In this episode of the Agrovista Amenity Turfhub Podcast, host Josh Thomason sits down with molecular biologist Dr. Deborah Cox to unravel one of the most under-discussed yet significant aspects of sportsturf management: nematodes. Although these microscopic roundworms typically go unnoticed, their influence on turf health is profound some species can enhance soil quality and nutrient cycling, whi...

Join us in this insightful episode of the Agrovista Amenity Turfhub Podcast as we explore Microdochium Patch, a prevalent disease impacting sports turf playing surfaces. Host Joshua Thomason welcomes Deborah Cox, a molecular biologist specializing in turf disease management. Deborah brings her extensive expertise to the table, offering practical advice and strategies for diagnosing and identifying...

In this episode , Matt, a life long Swindon Town fan and now head groundsman talks us through the summers renovations at The County Ground. We discuss how he got into the industry, his career highs so far and find out more about his approach to maintaining top class playing surfaces in a stadium environment. CPD code  CP/139437/2425/k

Join us in this insightful episode of the Agrovista Amenity Turfhub Podcast as we explore Anthracnose, a prevalent disease impacting sportsturf playing surfaces. Host Joshua Thomason welcomes Deborah Cox, a molecular biologist specialising in turf disease management. Deborah brings her extensive expertise to the table, offering practical advice and strategies for diagnosing and treating Anthracnos...

Inspiring the future generation - The GMA's NextGen is a group of talented young grounds professionals representing the grounds management industry as ambassadors for the GMA with the aim of inspiring young people to join the sector. In this episode, ambassadors Jack Langley (Bristol City) Beth Gibbs (Wellington School) and Louise Saunders (Premier Sports Surfaces) talk to us about their aims...

Sean talks us through wicket preperation for the up and coming England one day international. Starting from 10 days out, we talk through the process, day by day and through the big match. Sean is one of the countries leading cricket groundsmen , he has wealth of knowledge that fortunately for us he is happy to share. A must listen for all grounds staff, not just those with an interest in the 'dark...

Ep31 - "Sustainability Guidelines for Golf Course Condition & Playability" hosted by Joshua Thomason with guest Dr. Stewart Brown, a Senior Lecturer in Landscape & Sportsturf Management. The episode focuses on sustainable practices in golf course management, highlighting the R&A Golf Course 2030 initiative. Key segments include aligning golf products with market needs, embrac...

Ep30 - The "Turfhub Podcast" episode featuring William Boogaarts in conversation with Joshua Thomason discusses critical issues in turfgrass management, focusing on sustainable practices and adapting to changing chemical legislation. Boogaarts shares his greenkeeping journey, his evolved philosophy, and how his workplace, De Enk Groen & Golf, is pioneering sustainability. The episode...

Ep29 - The Turf Hubs first live episode, recorded infront of a full house at Ashton Gate, home of Bristol City & Bears. The theme is turf management in a sustainable world. Joe Hendy kicks off with 'The Wonders of Grass' incorporating origins, photosynthesis, light and temperature requirements. Sam Honeyborne discusses 'The Value of 'true' Organic Fertilisers. In this very...

Jim talks about his work ethic, knowledge, the time and dedication he and his Team display day in day out and what he has achieved across his career, looking forward to what he has planned for the future.

Mark is a Wiltshire lad who took the gamble to leave the green green grass of home, moving over the Severn Bridge to take a head greenkeeping opportunity in Abergavenny - and he hasn't looked back. The relocation has gone well, family have settled and Mark has set about putting his thumb print on The Monmouthshire Golf Club. Mark has a progressive view on greenkpeeping, gathering and using dat...

On this months podcast we are joined by the one and only Keith - USA technical Sales manager and International Technical Sales manager for DPH Biologicals. With over 30 years of experience, Keith takes us through the important of low salt index growth products, creating healthy soils, rhizobacteria technology, disease defenses and the future of turf management. This is an extremely well timed podc...

We celebrate Groundsweek by Deborah Cox joining us on the Turf Hub Podcast. Deb provides the amenity industry with scientific support. Deb, talks through nematodes, soil biology, grey leaf spot and other hot topics. Packed with golden nuggets of information – a must listen!

S3,Ep2  - Dr David Greenshields commercial manager at Barenbrug speaks with Joe Hendy seed product and area sales manager, AGS. It's a niche area of expertise, David has a Master's degree in Environmental Biology and a PhD in Plant Genetics and has served 15 years at one of the UK's largest seed producers in Barenbrug. Joe started in the industry in 1997 as a seed analyst and has 26 years exp...

With the 6 Nations around the corner, The Welsh Wizard talks life, dedication, determination and adversity with proud Head Groundsman, Lee Evans

Many of our leading turf managers in these current times have been involved in the Ohio State programme. AGS Turf hub was lucky enough to have Mike o’keefe discussing the development, opportunities and how to be a part of the ohio state programme.

S2,EP9  - Dr David Greenshields commercial manager at Barenbrug speaks with Joe Hendy seed product and area sales manager, AGS. It's a niche area of expertise, David has a Master's degree in Environmental Biology and a PhD in Plant Genetics and has served 15 years at one of the UK's largest seed producers in Barenbrug. Joe started in the industry in 1997 as a seed analyst and has 25 years exp...

S2,EP7  - We revisit Richard, who kindly gives us an update on how the drought of 2022 is affecting Clevedon Golf Club. The struggles , strains and how he's planning on coming out the other side....

S2,EP6  - Sam is a Londoner who has relocated to Weston Super Mare in North Somerset, to become head greenkeeper at Worlebury Golf Club. Bringing his expertise, knowledge and family with him. The relocation has gone well, but the same can't be said for his leather jacket problem - so far. Sam talks openly about the problem he's faced and talks about all the things he's trying to resolve them....

The podcast on tour continues into Hampshire, as Lee gives us sneaky peek over the neighbours fence, as he talks all things Wellow GC. 27 holes, 3 courses (of 9) set in the New Forest -  it's a cracking listen.  We hit vital statistics, higher or lower, favourite hole, whats in the shed, favourite bit of kit and much more.