DETAILS, a hospitality and sports platform owned by Arrow Global, believes that improving facilities and enhancing the customer experience offer significant growth opportunities. With this strategy, DETAILS also aims to solidify its status as one of the leading…
Under a strategic marketing agreement encompassing the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Europe, Wiedenmann turf equipment is now available through John Deere dealerships. The global machinery manufacturer John Deere and the turf maintenance specialist Wiedenmann will continue collaborating on…
St. George's Golf Club has officially partnered with John Deere and Tuckwells, marking the beginning of a long-term agreement that promises to enhance the club's maintenance and operational efficiency. The Royal St. George's Golf Club hosted the 149th…
Arizton predicts the autonomous lawn mower market is experiencing substantial growth, with forecasts indicating a rise from $2.27 billion in 2023 to $4.33 billion by 2029, driven by a robust CAGR of 11.35%. Last year, I came across…
The transition to electric vehicles in the EU is facing challenges. Italy and Germany seek support from other EU member states to advocate for relaxing the EU targets for reducing car CO2 emissions. They are also pushing to…
It appears that John Deere and Jacobsen are not only focused on reducing the noise levels of their lawnmowers but also on promoting the sustainability of golf courses. In contrast, Toro seems more concerned with addressing the noise…
Is it worth it for golf clubs to invest in diesel vehicles for development in 2024? Despite the current trend, diesel vehicles will still be permitted for use in the UK until 2035, as opposed to the previously…
John Deere has unveiled new turf care machines customized for golf course clientele, specifically aimed at establishments such as TPC Deere Run and other PGA TOUR-affiliated courses. The launch of these machines took place earlier this year. These…
In October 2022, SponsorUnited published an interesting insight regarding sponsorship of women's sports events. They claim: "Sponsorships with women grew 20% year-over-year across the major US sports (LPGA, NWSL, WNBA, WTA), top European soccer leagues (Women’s Super League…
Like in service or communication personalization, data collection is essential in boosting productivity and efficiency. It's becoming increasingly common to hear discussions around the use of IoT sensors and GPS tracking to make more informed decisions when it…
Two years ago we heard that the new management of Morpeth Golf Club was planning to invest £1m to enhance and upgrade the golf club. As part of the investment extensive refurbishment of the clubhouse has already been…
In the second half of last year, I first heard that John Deere will introduce its electric greens mowers at the BTME in 2023. I planned to be there at BTME this year. Then, unfortunately, something happened to…
I am sure you are familiar with Trevose Golf & Country Club! Opened in 1925 the Championship Course (H.S. Colt design) has played host to The Brabazon Trophy (2008), The McGregor Trophy (2012), the English Men’s County Finals…
John Deere has just marked the 30th anniversary of its renowned apprenticeship program with an open day to recruit the next generation of technicians to work across its agriculture, turf, and parts business. Over 1,000 apprentices have qualified…
I found an interesting personal, career story of Ben Matthews, an SRUC student. Who has just won the 2022 HNC Golf Course Management Student of the Year Award, sponsored by John Deere and Scottish turf dealer Double A.…
Do you remember when John Deere acquired OnLink, an industry-leading golf course performance optimization software platform in 2019? At the time, John Deere explained the acquisition by saying they would like to address the golf industry’s ongoing labor…
According to my sources what really impressed the Italian golf technicians and greenkeepers is John Deere's TechControl system, which allows supervisors and technicians to electronically preset and control several features through a simple and intuitive interface. These features…
John Deere Golf has made a donation to the GCSAA Foundation, the philanthropic organization of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), to support First Green, which provides hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education at golf courses. John…
How many of you have heard of Normanby Hall Golf Course (18 hole, par 72)? It is considered one of the best municipal courses in the UK. You may have noticed how many things have changed at Normanby…
How sensational can the club’s first John Deere fleet be at Dunblane New Golf Club? Cecil Hutchison and James Braid designed their par-69, 6000 yards parkland golf course. The course manager Wesley Saunders has taken delivery of 11…