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ASTMA Conference GOLD COAST CONVENTION CENTRE, JUNE 21 - 24, 2021 The Turfgrass Conference & Trade Exhibition is the largest sports turf event in the Southern Hemisphere. Each year the conference encompasses over 120 hours of education and over 60 exhibitors showcasing the latest in turf management machinery, equipment, research, technology and products. The importance of the trade show is to connect with the industry, discuss new innovations, listen to the needs of sports turf managers, offer solutions and advice and most important of all collaborate, listen and learn.
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Each year, turf industry professionals attend the varied education seminars to hear from experienced industry representatives and professional presenters. The trade show offers unique access to a range of sports turf management brands all under one roof making it a must-see event. The opening on Tuesday afternoon was a great experience for all involved. The registered attendees joined the exhibitors for two hours of networking, food and drinks; one of the best features of the conference, with industry professionals all coming together at one of the few opportunities to do so each year.
The education sessions continued on Wednesday and was led by Paul Gumbleton with a presentation on the redevelopment project at Teven Valley Golf Course. The room was full and enthusiastic to hear from Paul about this unique project and the reasons behind the turf selection for the course. Paul has described Sir Grange Zoysia as one of the most exciting turfgrass developments in the redevelopment and said it’s providing a massive upside for him and his team and of course the golfers visiting the course. Matt Oliver from QSAC Stadium delivered an excellent presentation discussing the current couch grass trials he is conducting
