In discussion with Glenn Kirby, Research Director A course manager asked a useful question this week, “Is it going to get hot enough to put a pause on dollar spot?” For UK conditions, the answer is almost certainly no. In most UK situations, hot weather does not push us beyond the dollar spot window. More often, […]

Every summer, the world’s tennis fans turn their attention to the grass court season. From the opening events in Birmingham and Ilkley through to The Championships at Wimbledon, the demands placed on elite grass courts are unlike any other surface in professional sport. Tight turnaround times, varying weather conditions, intensive daily play and global broadcast […]

At STRI, education and knowledge-sharing sit at the centre of everything we do. As leaders in sports surface research and technical consultancy, we’re proud to host accredited BASIS and FACTS courses at our STRI headquarters, delivered by industry experts with decades of academic and practical experience. Whether you’re developing your career in amenity horticulture, sports […]

In discussion with Glenn Kirby, Research Director Behind every round of golf is a profession that underpins the future of the sport. On this day, golf clubs and sports organisations worldwide will recognise that profession with ‘Thank a Greenkeeper Day’. The day is more than a hashtag; it’s a chance to recognise one of the […]

School is back in session and BASIS training dates for the remainder of the year have been released so make sure mark your calendars. It’s vital you have the right qualifications and feel confident in decision making for your role. We hold three BASIS courses at STRI HQ each autumn, ranging from introductory to intermediate […]