Category: Product Releases

Many Turf Managers assume that turf-type perennial ryegrasses are all much the same, but the species Lolium perenne covers a wide range of genetic variation. One form of this variation concerns winter growth rate. Genetic types that originate from northern Europe (known as Continental types) shut down growth over winter in order to survive snow and ice. Almost all turf-type ryegrasses bred in the US are from Continental genetics, to suit their climate (even fairly warm climates like Virginia can experience polar vortexes, bringing snow and extreme cold). But genetic types that originate from southern Europe, known as Mediterranean types,… ...Read More

Matchplay have released a new range of Superior Liquid Nutrients to promote plant colour,  strength and overall health this summer. These products uniquely contain biologically active ingredients including but not limited to VM3 (organic nutrient complexing technology) and VAM (beneficial root enhancing fungi).  The benefits that flow from regular use of these ingredients include increased health and vigour and the release of bound nutrients in the soil.  Matchplay Superior liquid nutrients enhance the soil biology to result in;    – Increased root mass and root hair activity    – Fast recovery from environmental stresses    – Heightened tolerance to parasitic nematodes,… ...Read More

Gone are the days of costly, reactive, trial and error disease management, Living turf is proud to bring you the next generation of early prevention tools for Turf professionals – Turf Forensics®.  Developed in Australia by a team of scientists, agronomists, computer programmers, weather specialists and respected Australian turf minds, Turf Forensics® is the complete turf risk management system. Recently showcased at the National AGCSA conference on the Gold Coast, Turf Forensics® was greeted with overwhelming curiosity and interest from trade show delegates.   While agency opportunities are still available for Turf Forensics, the service is offered exclusively in NSW, ACT and QLD by Living Turf.  So contact one of… ...Read More

Soil amendment, including pH and cation exchange, is a principle objective of turf renovation.  With Autumn greens renovation approaching, turf managers are again considering their options for treating this aspect of renovation.  Over the past 18 months we have seen a growing adoption of Solu-Cal products not only at renovation, but during maintenance to proactively maintain balanced soil chemistry. –  Calcium (Ca) is a primary nutrient in maintaining soil pH –  Available Ca increases seedling density after germination –  Improves soil texture and addresses soil compaction –  Improves activity of beneficial bacteria and soil microbes –  Used more by weight… ...Read More