by admin | Feb 4, 2026 | News Story
Following two successful pilot events in 2025, the 2026 GMA Connect programme will take place in Oxford, Cardiff, Manchester, Leeds, Southampton and Ipswich, ensuring grounds people can access hands-on learning closer to home. As a core GMA member benefit, GMA Connect...
by admin | Jan 28, 2026 | News Story
Beth began her grounds management career at Wellington School where she joined as an apprentice and undertook her Level 2 qualification in Sports Turf Maintenance. This early hands‑on experience has laid the foundation for her rapid progression in the profession and...
by admin | Jan 24, 2026 | News Story
Careful timing is crucial to protect surfaces. Our tips focus on supporting turf recovery and preparing pitches for the demands of late winter and early spring. Here are some key considerations: AERATIONCarry out aeration operation when conditions are suitable....
by admin | Jan 21, 2026 | News Story
Following a hugely successful campaign in 2025, which reached more than 20 million people worldwide, including audiences in Australia, #GroundsWeek is once again set to shine a spotlight on the professionals and volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep...
by admin | Jan 13, 2026 | News Story
The Pioneer Mark is a distinctive legacy number that symbolises the impact each member has made on the grounds management profession. Will Graves (#002) joined the industry in 2010 as an apprentice at Merchant Taylors’ School and became part of the first Young...
