TRIAL PLOTS OPEN TO VISIT

Global seed breeders DLF are playing host to the last event in a 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. 

Hailes Farm has been home to research and development across the amenity, forage and agricultural breeding programme for more than 40 years. The facility has been deemed a centre of excellency for the trialling and evaluation of grass species in the UK - leading to the emergence of a number of high-performance varieties, used at topflight amenity venues at home and around the world. 

In their capacity as sponsors of the UKLCA, DLF will be opening the gates to Hailes Farm next month for members to learn first-hand the science behind some of the most popular lawn mixtures and grass varieties. Following an introduction to DLF, visitors can experience a session on grass identification, an overview of the complex breeding processes and tips for optimising usage of the BSPB grass seed guide. Guests will then be given a tour of the trial plots to see some of the latest work and emerging trends in the world of grass seed.  

“We are delighted to provide an opportunity to our members to develop their knowledge and understanding of grass science and technology- and where better to do that, than at DLF,” said Tom Arnold, chairman of the UK Lawn Care Association. “The chance to visit facilities as established as DLF Didbrook are rare so it’s brilliant to be able to host this event with them and thank them for their continued support of those working hard in the UK lawncare sector.” 

Those interested in attending or who would like further information should get in touch via the UKLCA website - www.uklawncare.net