Turf Blog - Envu UK & Ireland

Fiata Stressgard® – The Top Choice for Quality Turf This Summer

Fiata Stressgard® is an innovative solution developed specifically to address the challenges of summer turf management.

Fiata Stressgard – Much More Than Just Pigment

Pushing the Boundaries of Turf Performance.

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Fiata Stressgard Now Available in 10L Packs

Fiata Stressgard® from Envu and distributed by Origin Amenity Solutions, is now available in convenient 10L packs, making it ideal for flexible application rates of both 15 and 20L/ha.

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Envu Research shines new light on Stressgard™ formulation benefits

Stressgard™ - Beyond Disease Control Over the past 25 years, one technology has revolutionised an entire category of plant protection products for turf managers worldwide. Envu Stressgard formulated products offer plant health benefits that go beyond disease control to mitigate biotic and abiotic stresses across turf areas. The physiological benefits of Stressgard have been proven in the laboratory, controlled environments, university field trials, and real-world golf course demonstration trials.

Bio-Control Fungicide

Envu introduced Harmonix Turf Defense (HTD) to the UK greenkeeping market, promising a novel biocontrol fungicide aimed at reducing common turf diseases.

Introducing Fiata Stressgard® – Rooted in Plant health

Envu is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking product: Fiata Stressgard®. Designed specifically for turf managers, this Biostimulant promises to transform the way we care for turfgrass.

Solving Dollar Spot Disease at Alderney Golf Club with Exteris Stressgard

A stunning coastal golf course located on Alderney Island, the third largest of the Channel Islands, Alderney Golf Club is a haven for golf enthusiasts seeking both challenge and natural beauty. In recent years, the club faced a persistent threat to its greens in the form of Dollar Spot, a fungal disease notorious for its detrimental impact on turf health and playing performance.

Keeping Sustainability at the Forefront of Greenkeeping

Times are changing for golf courses, as facilities diversify to attract a wider clientele, and greenkeeping practices move with the times; reflecting the need to adapt to our changing climate by choosing more sustainable methods that safeguard the environment.

A Changing Landscape: Greenkeeping and Sustainable Turf Management

Harmonix® Turf Defense is a perfect addition to IPM strategies for the control of Microdochium Patch, Dollar Spot, and Anthracnose.

Nurturing Nature through Sustainable Golf Course Management

Sustainability is a longstanding focus for Caldy, with a range of initiatives already in place to ensure the preservation of the environment for generations to come, let's find out more...

Renewed Commitment: Envu to Forge Ahead with Sustainable Turfgrass Innovation

The recent rejection of the European Union's proposed Sustainable Use of Plant Protection Products (SUR; part of the green deal), has provided a reprieve for the turfgrass industry, eliminating the immediate pressure for a ban or reduction in pesticide use. As a manufacturer and innovator, Envu are deeply committed to sustainability in the turfgrass sector.

Managing Microdochium Patch with Bio-Control Fungicides: A Sustainable Approach

Golf course maintenance presents a unique set of challenges, and one of the most common headaches for greenkeepers is the occurrence of Microdochium patch. This unsightly turfgrass disease can wreak havoc on golf course aesthetics and playability, especially during cool and wet weather. Traditionally, greenkeepers have turned to chemical fungicides to combat this issue, there's a more sustainable and environmentally friendly approach that's gaining traction: bio-control fungicides.

Riding the Rails with Envu

Maintaining the vast network of railways that crisscross the United Kingdom is no small feat. For decades, weed control on the tracks has been a complex and challenging task. Enter Envu's Smart Weeding System (SWS), a revolutionary approach to weed control that provides greater efficiency, reduced herbicide use and environmental protection.

Envu regulatory landscape – compliance unveiled

Join us in our latest blog as we navigate the maze of compliance, and speak to Carine Bioland, Regulatory Science Manager for the UK/IE -BENELUX to discover more about the regulatory landscape that Envu works within.

Par for the course: Navigating the shift to sustainable golf courses

A transformative shift is now underway in golf course management. The European Commission has proposed a new Regulation on the Sustainable Use of Plant Protection Products, which includes ambitious targets to reduce the use and risk of chemical pesticides by 50% across the European Union by 2030.

Envu: One Team, One Dream, One Year Old

It’s one year since Envu was established and what an eventful year it has been. Find out what we've achieved so far!

Beneath the Surface: Unearthing the World of Soil and Bacteria

Over the last twenty years, advances in science and technology, together with increasing environmental awareness and legislation, has dramatically changed how we manage natural turf playing surfaces.

A healthy outside starts from inside – wellbeing at Envu

In our latest blog we speak to Alan Morris, Head of Northern Europe, and Managing Director for the UK as he gives comment on wellbeing within Envu, his latest challenge and the importance of a strong team. Take a moment to read what Alan had to say…

Integrating bio-controls as part of a more sustainable future

Loss of active substances has been a hot topic for many years and continues to be one of the top challenges facing turf managers in the future. Whilst we cannot predict with any level of certainty what the future will look like, or the tools that will be available to combat turf disease, we can prepare now.

Nurturing Young Greenkeepers: Insights for Emerging Professionals

As part of World Youth Skills Day, we zoom in on careers, skills and training in the turf grass industry and speak to young professional greenkeeper Sam Norman, who is just embarking on his career path.

Providing sustainable products and solutions to protect public health

Everyday at Envu, we take one step forward towards building a company that is environmentally conscious. Hence we remain committed to reducing the use of chemicals in our products and our environmental footprint as a whole. Learn how we continue to provide our customers and stakeholders with sustainable solutions.

Bio-control pesticides… not to be confused!

Our latest blog explains some key facts about ‘Bio’ products, their uses and what to expect for the future…

Turf grass product development – behind the scenes with Envu UK

Have you ever wondered how turf fungicide products are developed? We sat down with Viola Müller Laboratory Head and Product Development Manager Turf & Ornamentals EMEA to find out.

Encouraging a healthy sward

Encouraging and maintaining a healthy sward requires a lot of mechanical and physical activities, as well as applying several enhancing products such as plant feed supplements, wetting agents and top dressings throughout the year.

Laying the foundations for Autumn turf grass disease prevention

Summer stress in turf, particularly in terms of proliferation of turf grass diseases generally comes to a head during late summer and early autumn, a time of the year when we are likely to get several weeks of heavy dews forming on natural grass surfaces.