MM11 Seed Sparks Revival for King George V Bowling Club
King George V Crown Green Bowling Club, one of the Midlands' top teams, have found new life at their third home in a decade. After a series of relocations, the club has finally settled at the Selly Park Tavern in Birmingham, transforming an abandoned and overgrown bowling green into a superior playing surface, largely due to the expertise of Mark Allen, Technical Sales Manager at Agrovista Amenity, and the exceptional performance of MM11 grass seed.
19/08/2024
DLF announces new ‘Showcase’ facility
Work is underway on a brand new ‘Showcase’ facility at DLF’s UK headquarters in Inkberrow, Worcestershire. Scheduled to be fully operational by Spring 2025, the Showcase sees six hectares dedicated to amenity seed trials, product development, training and education for staff, distributors and customers - making it one of the largest of its kind in the UK.
05/08/2024
Sustainable seed guaranteed as DLF return to GroundsFest – Stand 30
Sustainable seed solutions for lawns and landscapes are set to be showcased as the world’s largest grass seed breeders, DLF, return to GroundsFest. Stand 30 will be the platform for visitors to find out more about mixtures across the Masterline, MM and Johnsons Sports Seed brands, alongside the very best the industry has to offer in both native and non-native wild flowers.
23/07/2024
The Analytic Approach To Bent Seed Selection
As the push for sustainable and high-performance golf greens intensifies, the use of browntop bentgrass mixtures like Johnsons All Bent and MM9 has proven to be the ideal solution for autumn renovations.
15/07/2024
Contractor commends Johnsons J Green for hardwearing performance at over 40 sites
For contractors Avon Sportsground Maintenance, when it comes to the overseeding of bowling greens it’s the fine fescue and browntop bent blend of J Green that is sown every time! Delivering hardwearing but slow growing surfaces, the mixture from the Johnsons Sports Seed range is used on all 47 greens in the Bristol and Bath area currently under the remit of Owner Matt Phillips and his team.
03/07/2024
Celebrating 25 Years at DLF for Phil Seedhouse
Yesterday marked a significant milestone for one of DLF's dedicated employees: 25 years of continuous service at Inkberrow. Phil Seedhouse began his journey with the company, known as Perryfield’s Holdings at the time, on July 1st, 1999.
28/06/2024
Danny Negus Courts Success with MM50 at Devonshire Park
Danny Negus has been spearheading the grounds maintenance efforts at Devonshire Park in Eastbourne since 2016.
28/06/2024
Pro Flora helping to boost biodiversity at Woolley Park Golf Club
After witnessing good results with the Johnsons J All Bent mixture, Woolley Park Golf Club are now enjoying similar success with new eco-friendly areas created with DLF’s Pro Flora range.
20/05/2024
DLF Launches New Packaging for Masterline® Mixtures
DLF Seeds, a global leader in grass seed innovation, is proud to announce the launch of it’s refreshed packaging for its professional turf seed mixtures under the renowned brand, Masterline®. The new packaging design, available for 5kg, 10kg, and 20kg bags, comes after a full redesign of DLF's corporate visual identity in early 2023.
07/05/2024
Transforming Repton School's Grounds with MM Seed
Repton School in Derbyshire is a well-known institution which mixes tradition with new ideas. Behind the scenes, Andrew Butler, the Head of Grounds and Gardens, is the man responsible for ensuring the grounds are not just aesthetically pleasing but also resilient to the rigours of year-round sporting activities. That’s where MM Seed comes in.
02/05/2024
Reduce inputs, not quality, with Microclover® from DLF
It’s fair to say that in many aspects of modern life we are encouraged to be mindful of the impact we have on the environment. That’s certainly the case for most Turf Managers across the sporting spectrum, together with landscapers and those looking after green community spaces, some of whom face increasing pressure to operate more sustainably. Whether it’s for environmental reasons or a result of budget constraints, reducing fertiliser applications could be considered. With Microclover® from DLF, this can be achieved without a compromise on turf quality.
30/04/2024
Strategies for Spring Tee Renovations
After enduring a long and wettest winter on record, many golf course managers and greenkeepers are faced with the daunting task of revitalising their tees and worn areas on golf courses for the upcoming season later than usually planned.
19/04/2024
J All Bent to the rescue at Vicars Cross Golf Club!
When previous attempts to get a practice putting green back into play at Vicars Cross Golf Club in Cheshire had failed, in stepped new Golf Course Manager Richie Stephens, armed with the J All Bent mixture from Johnsons Sports Seed. A few short months from seeding, and with some favourable assistance from mother nature, the USGA spec green was in business – with the programme then implemented on the construction of a new chipping green that enjoyed similar success!
08/02/2024
Gaudet Luce Golf Club's Wildflower Success With Colour Boost Range
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Droitwich, Worcestershire, Gaudet Luce Golf Club has embarked on an impressive wildflower project under the guidance of Course Manager Andy Laing. The stunning results achieved can be attributed to the use of DLF's Colour Boost range, demonstrating the positive impact it can have on both the golfing experience and the local environment.
02/02/2024
DLF Partners With Redexim To Run Turf Seed Promotion
Redexim UK are pleased to announce the return of their ‘Free Seed’ promotion for 2024. Following the popularity of the initiative last year, more facilities can now benefit from free seed up to the value of £500 from the world’s largest grass seed breeders, DLF, when they purchase a qualifying disc or dimple seeder from any Redexim Regional Partner.
26/06/2023
DLF Didbrook To Host The UK Lawn Care Association
Leading global seed breeders DLF are pleased to be playing host to the last event in a packed summer season of seminars and events for the UK Lawn Care Association (UKLCA). Open to members, the visit to the trial plots and research facility at Hailes Farm, Didbrook, will take place on Tuesday 11th July with only a limited number of spaces remaining.
22/06/2023
It’s J Premier Wicket time and again for Willow Turf Care
When it comes to a cricket pitch, there’s not much that Richie Woodmason, owner of Willow Turf Care, doesn’t know about them - whether it’s playing on them or maintaining them! One thing he is certain of, is that when he needs a grass seed that is going to germinate quickly and deliver hard-wearing results capable of withstanding the demands of the modern season, he turns to Johnsons Sports Seed. Following his own extensive research, it’s Johnsons J Premier Wicket that ticks all the boxes for Richie, seeing it employed on 41 of the 42 renovations he completed last season.
30/05/2023
A Day In The Life of James Matthewman, Deputy Head Greenkeeper at Maesteg Golf Club
We asked James Matthewman from Maesteg Golf Club a series of questions about his life as a Deputy Head Greenkeeper & how he overcomes the challenges that face his throughout the golfing season.
26/05/2023
15 Years Of DLF R&D Delivers Orionette, Top-rated Sustainability You Can Rely On!
DLF’s continued focus on breeding environmentally responsible varieties has seen the introduction of a number of exceptional cultivars, helping facilities and turf managers achieve their own objectives for more sustainable management. In trials for the Chewings Fescue category, DLF’s Orionette demonstrated a high-quality sward that is more drought tolerant and resistant to disease, reducing the reliance on inputs. It is therefore no surprise to see its inclusion in a number of top-performing DLF golf mixtures and find it ranked as number one in the 2023 BSPB Seed Guide!
10/05/2023
What is in the J All Bent mixture?
Brown Top Bentgrass (Agrostis Capillaris) has been a popular choice for golf greens for many years due to its fine texture and excellent putting qualities. In recent years, Johnsons Seeds has introduced a new mixture called J AllBent, which includes a blend of three high-performing brown top bentgrass cultivars: Arrowtown, Manor, and Cleek.
03/05/2023
DLF Delivers Carnival Of Colour At Chipping Sodbury Golf Club
The green, green grass of Chipping Sodbury Golf Club in Bristol is now complimented with a carnival of colours including reds, pinks and purples thanks to the introduction of wildflower seed from DLF. The project is now into its third year and was the brainchild of Deputy Head Greenkeeper Craig Swindells who, together with support from the membership, has successfully introduced 800sq.M of outstanding visual impact together with all-important food and habitat for pollinators and wildlife.
