The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) and The R&A have identified 10 promising and dedicated greenkeepers to assist in the upkeep and success of tournaments at five of this year’s most significant championships. Ten dedicated BIGGA…
The Spring edition of BIGGA's Your Course magazine will appear in golf courses across the UK this week. The magazine's cover showcases the remarkable Peter Crouch, a stellar striker for the England Men’s football team and clubs like…
The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) concluded its annual education conference and trade show in Harrogate by announcing a refined strategic plan. This plan defines the association's future direction for the coming years. Over three days,…
The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) has revealed the winners of the BIGGA Awards 2025 at a star-studded event on the opening evening of the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME). Merthyr Tydfil venue Morlais Castle Golf…
I've extensively written about women's role in golf. I believe it is equally vital for women to be adequately represented in the operation and management of golf clubs. For years, I have proudly supported and contributed - as…
A former Scottish First Division referee who officiated at European matches before becoming head greenkeeper at Buchanan Castle has accepted the nomination to become president of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) in 2025. Ronnie Myles,…
The preliminary findings of the Great British Bunker Study, a report compiled by bunker specialists EcoBunker Ltd with the endorsement of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), have pinpointed substantial challenges that demand the attention of…
The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association’s (BIGGA) "Continue to Learn" education program, which takes place each January, has received the support of The R&A as part of its commitment to a sustainable future for golf and golf…
It was quite shocking to discover that in 2019, the share of female greenkeepers in the USA was only 1.5% and that there are only 4 female members of the American Society of Golf Course Architects. In 2019,…
Yesterday, I shared some news about Sami Strutt, who has decided to step down as COO of the British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association. After dedicating 30 years of service to the organization, Sami has decided to move…
The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) and Premium Partner ICL have revealed the 5 participants of the 8th ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship. The ICL Continue to Learn Scholars for 2024 accurately represents the diverse greenkeeping…
The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) has just announced that Jacobsen will be the headline sponsor of the BIGGA Celebration, taking place on the opening evening of the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME). The BIGGA Celebration…
John Keenaghan, the head greenkeeper at Chipping Sodbury Golf Club in Gloucestershire, has been appointed vice president of the British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA). He will become president of the association ahead of the BIGGA Turf…
The 151st Open will be played at Royal Liverpool Golf Club from 16-23 July 2023. This will be the 13th time the Championship has been staged at Royal Liverpool Golf Club. On this occasion, the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association…
I hear from more and more places how big problem mental health is in workplaces including golf clubs. More employees are leaving their jobs for mental health reasons, including those caused by workplace factors like overwhelming and unsustainable…
Sometimes I am a little bit envious of the work of greenkeepers. They are able to see so many unique moments on the golf course that we golfers cannot. I see that much better application materials have been…
Bernhard and Company has recently announced that the application process is officially open for the 2023 BIGGA Delegation trip. Open to all full BIGGA members, the Bernhard and Company BIGGA Delegation is one of the most highly regarded…
I think that’s a very important recognition of what Jim Croxton said at 2022 BTME. Namely: "....with golf participation and membership booming, the time has come for the leading bodies in the game to make a priority of…
At the BIGGA Welcome Celebration with AMS Robotics, Dennis Mortram, 75, was awarded with the Outstanding Contribution of the Year Award sponsored by Bernhard and Company. Dennis is a former tutor at Reaseheath College in Cheshire and was…
The BTME 2022 is almost here. It is very likely to be held between 22-24 March with Continue to Learn taking place from Sunday 20 to Wednesday 23 March 2022. One of the highlights of BTME each year…