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PrimeraTurf adds Primera distributor

April 6, 2016By

PrimeraTurf added Superior Angran as an owner-distributor. Headquartered in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Superior Angran is a distributor of specialty turf and ornamental products serving the Caribbean specialties market since 1977. Superior Angran is also the Caribbean’s leading pest control distributor, the company said. “With the addition of Superior Angran to Primera, we continue to gain momentum in the industry and increase... read more

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MLB and Scotts announce partnership to renovate U.S. baseball fields

March 31, 2016By

Over the next three years ballparks around the country will receive renovations thanks to Major League Baseball and The Scotts Co. MLB announced Tuesday, according to the Associated Press, that it will work with The Scotts Co. to find fields that require renovations. Upgrades to these fields will include the planting of new turf, replacing fences and the addition of scoreboards and dugouts. Individual MLB teams... read more

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Planet Turf partners with United Turf Alliance

March 23, 2016By

Planet Turf, a company specializing in professional turfgrass maintenance products, has joined United Turf Alliance (UTA) in an ownership position. Planet Turf has been an independent dealer partner of UTA products for four years. The company distributes products to turf professionals in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming, as well as internationally. “Planet Turf strengthens the alliance and our position in the northwestern... read more

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CenturyLink’s new FieldTurf garners rave reviews

March 18, 2016By

Following the completion of the FieldTurf Revolution 360 installation at CenturyLink Field, home to both the Seattle Seahawks and the Seattle Sounders, Sounders players had positive feedback for the stadium’s revamped playing surface. In a recent news release from the Sounders, players spoke out about their positive experiences with the FieldTurf following their second time practicing on the new field.... read more

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AMI recognizes Stricklen for industry contributions

March 18, 2016By

Applied Market Information, Ltd. (AMI) has named Phil Stricklen, Ph.D., director of research and development for Shaw Industries’ turf brands, the recipient of a major award. Stricklen received the award for his contribution to the development of synthetic turf testing standards which are used throughout the industry, according to a press release. His contributions include Synthetic Turf Task group chairman... read more

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