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Bio-Control Fungicide
Envu introduced Harmonix Turf Defense (HTD) to the UK greenkeeping market, promising a novel biocontrol fungicide aimed at reducing common turf diseases.
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Introducing Fiata Stressgard® – Rooted in Plant health
Envu is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking product: Fiata Stressgard®. Designed specifically for turf managers, this Biostimulant promises to transform the way we care for turfgrass.
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Solving Dollar Spot Disease at Alderney Golf Club with Exteris Stressgard
A stunning coastal golf course located on Alderney Island, the third largest of the Channel Islands, Alderney Golf Club is a haven for golf enthusiasts seeking both challenge and natural beauty. In recent years, the club faced a persistent threat to its greens in the form of Dollar Spot, a fungal disease notorious for its detrimental impact on turf health and playing performance.
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Keeping Sustainability at the Forefront of Greenkeeping
Times are changing for golf courses, as facilities diversify to attract a wider clientele, and greenkeeping practices move with the times; reflecting the need to adapt to our changing climate by choosing more sustainable methods that safeguard the environment.
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A Changing Landscape: Greenkeeping and Sustainable Turf Management
Harmonix® Turf Defense is a perfect addition to IPM strategies for the control of Microdochium Patch, Dollar Spot, and Anthracnose.
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Nurturing Nature through Sustainable Golf Course Management
Sustainability is a longstanding focus for Caldy, with a range of initiatives already in place to ensure the preservation of the environment for generations to come, let's find out more...
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Renewed Commitment: Envu to Forge Ahead with Sustainable Turfgrass Innovation
The recent rejection of the European Union's proposed Sustainable Use of Plant Protection Products (SUR; part of the green deal), has provided a reprieve for the turfgrass industry, eliminating the immediate pressure for a ban or reduction in pesticide use. As a manufacturer and innovator, Envu are deeply committed to sustainability in the turfgrass sector.
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Managing Microdochium Patch with Bio-Control Fungicides: A Sustainable Approach
Golf course maintenance presents a unique set of challenges, and one of the most common headaches for greenkeepers is the occurrence of Microdochium patch. This unsightly turfgrass disease can wreak havoc on golf course aesthetics and playability, especially during cool and wet weather. Traditionally, greenkeepers have turned to chemical fungicides to combat this issue, there's a more sustainable and environmentally friendly approach that's gaining traction: bio-control fungicides.
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Riding the Rails with Envu
Maintaining the vast network of railways that crisscross the United Kingdom is no small feat. For decades, weed control on the tracks has been a complex and challenging task. Enter Envu's Smart Weeding System (SWS), a revolutionary approach to weed control that provides greater efficiency, reduced herbicide use and environmental protection.
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Envu regulatory landscape – compliance unveiled
Join us in our latest blog as we navigate the maze of compliance, and speak to Carine Bioland, Regulatory Science Manager for the UK/IE -BENELUX to discover more about the regulatory landscape that Envu works within.
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Par for the course: Navigating the shift to sustainable golf courses
A transformative shift is now underway in golf course management. The European Commission has proposed a new Regulation on the Sustainable Use of Plant Protection Products, which includes ambitious targets to reduce the use and risk of chemical pesticides by 50% across the European Union by 2030.
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Envu: One Team, One Dream, One Year Old
It’s one year since Envu was established and what an eventful year it has been. Find out what we've achieved so far!
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Beneath the Surface: Unearthing the World of Soil and Bacteria
Over the last twenty years, advances in science and technology, together with increasing environmental awareness and legislation, has dramatically changed how we manage natural turf playing surfaces.
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A healthy outside starts from inside – wellbeing at Envu
In our latest blog we speak to Alan Morris, Head of Northern Europe, and Managing Director for the UK as he gives comment on wellbeing within Envu, his latest challenge and the importance of a strong team. Take a moment to read what Alan had to say…
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Integrating bio-controls as part of a more sustainable future
Loss of active substances has been a hot topic for many years and continues to be one of the top challenges facing turf managers in the future. Whilst we cannot predict with any level of certainty what the future will look like, or the tools that will be available to combat turf disease, we can prepare now.
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Nurturing Young Greenkeepers: Insights for Emerging Professionals
As part of World Youth Skills Day, we zoom in on careers, skills and training in the turf grass industry and speak to young professional greenkeeper Sam Norman, who is just embarking on his career path.
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Providing sustainable products and solutions to protect public health
Everyday at Envu, we take one step forward towards building a company that is environmentally conscious. Hence we remain committed to reducing the use of chemicals in our products and our environmental footprint as a whole. Learn how we continue to provide our customers and stakeholders with sustainable solutions.
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Bio-control pesticides… not to be confused!
Our latest blog explains some key facts about ‘Bio’ products, their uses and what to expect for the future…
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Turf grass product development – behind the scenes with Envu UK
Have you ever wondered how turf fungicide products are developed? We sat down with Viola Müller Laboratory Head and Product Development Manager Turf & Ornamentals EMEA to find out.
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Mental Health Awareness Week – Dealing with Anxiety
Anxiety is the theme of this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week (15-21 May 2023) and so here at Envu, we’re building on our partnership with the charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably). Together we’re shining a light on the issue of anxiety and offering practical help for those working in the greenkeeping sector.
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Greenkeeping - challenges and opportunities facing the sector
Talking to us at Bigga Turf Management Exhibition (BTME) earlier this year, James McKenzie – Director of Estates from Celtic Manor, highlights the current problems the industry is facing.
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International Women’s Day – What it means to us
As part of International Women’s Day (IWD) we’re speaking to Lucy and Lucy from our Envu UK team about the key messages and exploring this year’s chosen theme #EmbraceEquity.
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Envu embraces 2023 with new team members and new thinking
Only a matter of months since Envu was created following the divestment of Envu Environmental Sciences, the company is establishing a clear direction and growing from strength to strength.
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Are you ready for Winter?
We are now coming into the unpredictable winter months of December and January when the weather alone can bring with it some interesting challenges for professional and amateur grounds practitioners, especially when it comes to controlling an outbreak of turf disease.
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Meet Phil Logan
Introducing the talented Phil Logan as National Account Manager at Envu UK & Ireland.
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Encouraging a healthy sward
Encouraging and maintaining a healthy sward requires a lot of mechanical and physical activities, as well as applying several enhancing products such as plant feed supplements, wetting agents and top dressings throughout the year.
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Laying the foundations for Autumn turf grass disease prevention
Summer stress in turf, particularly in terms of proliferation of turf grass diseases generally comes to a head during late summer and early autumn, a time of the year when we are likely to get several weeks of heavy dews forming on natural grass surfaces.
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Combatting Turf Stress
How time, investment and science are allowing Signature Xtra and Exteris Stressgard to combat stress in turf.
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Meet Paul Fisher
Joining the UK team as the new National Account and Technical Manager, Paul Fisher has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the Pest Control industry.
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Chafer Grubs - What, Why, How?
We answer what they are, why they cause so many problems for turf managers and how best to control them.
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Life going off course?
Being outdoors and getting physically active are well documented as being ways to improve mental wellbeing, but what happens when your job already involves being outdoors and being physically active and you’re still struggling?
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Spring signals the start of the annual total weed control programme
We spoke with Weedfree Limited about how Valdor Flex is keeping its clients happy and its costs down
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What's an IPM Strategy?
It's important for turf professionals/practitioners to have an Integrated Pest Management strategy in place to deal with reoccurring challenges.
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Meet Colin Mumford, Technical Support Manager at Envu
Dr. Colin Mumford talks about turf pests, weeds, and diseases.
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Tops tips for greenkeepers during the autumn
By utilising the quieter months on golf courses, greenkeepers can carry out essential course maintenance to protect turf
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Preventing Microdochium Patch with fungicides
A recent fungicide trial in Ireland shows positive results for controlling Microdochium Patch with Stressgard formulated fungicides
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How to control leatherjackets with nematodes
Learn how golf course manager Craig Betts, was able to successfully control a leatherjacket infestation using biological nematode treatments.
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Worried about mental health? You’re not alone
The nature of the greenkeeping means many groundsmen face mental health challenges, but CALM is here to support.
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Microdochium Patch – UK’s number one turf disease
Why is Microdochium Patch so problematic? Find out what conditions it thrives in, the signs to look out for and how to manage this challenging disease.
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How fungicides can help to tackle summer stress
A new trial is underway in Ireland, looking at how a range of fungicide products can prevent the symptoms of summer stress and turf diseases
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Combatting summer stress with Stressgard technology
Trial results highlight the most effective solutions to tackle summer turf stress.
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Are you ready to tackle those stubborn weeds ahead of golf re-opening?
Greg Collins, Envu national account manager for Ireland, gives his advice for keeping on top of weeds this spring, following a challenging winter.
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Step-by-step guide to achieving long-term weed control
Weeds are appearing so it’s important amenity contractors, if they haven’t already, have a control plan in place.
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Worms are key to healthy, stress-free turf
Worm casts can be a challenge, but find out how greenkeepers can manage them, without damaging worm populations.
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Start 2021 with 'stress free' turf
There is no doubt that golf courses are facing unprecedented times, but it is important to keep on top of maintenance and ensure courses are in good condition for when golfers return.
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How to prepare for spring weeds with pre-emergence weed control
Colin Mumford, technical manager at Envu, gives his top tips on how to get ahead with weed control this spring.
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CALM The Campaign Against Living Miserably
We've teamed up with Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) to help support mental wellbeing in the turf, amenity, and pest control sectors.
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How The Golf Industry’s Been Affected By Covid In 2020
We spoke with some greenkeepers and asked them what impact has Covid had on the UK’s golf industry in 2020?
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Tackling Turf Stress
How to reduce turf stress from happening and causing disease
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Envu Supports Award Winning Hogweed Eradication Project in the UK
Non-native weeds are an ongoing concern for the UK with 36 species currently documented by the government as ‘invasive alien plants’. Among these, giant hogweed is particularly tricky to control.
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Top Tips for Controlling Leatherjackets
Dr Colin Mumford gives his top tips on how to control leatherjackets through cultural and biological methods.
