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Exciting Changes in the Turf & Landscape Team at Syngenta

 Syngenta is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Bitter as the new Head of Syngenta Professional Solutions for Australia & New Zealand and the role of Director for Macspred Pty Ltd. The previous Head of Professional Solutions ANZ – Peter Holmes – has been appointed as Head of Marketing for Syngenta Australia & New Zealand, effective January 1, 2025. Steve brings a wealth of experience and an entrepreneurial vision to lead the Professional Solutions team into its next phase of growth. For Steve, this new role is all about Syngenta customers: “I'm very excited to take on this new challenge as Head of Syngenta Professional Solutions ANZ. Having worked closely with our customers across various roles, I've gained deep appreciation for their needs and aspirations. My goal is to leverage this understanding to enable our customers to succeed in new and innovative ways. I also look forward to building on our strong foundations and driving growth through collaboration, innovation,…

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Well managed turf grass is an attractive target for African Black Beetle. Post hatch, the larvae stage (often referred to as white grubs) look to turf grass roots and feed to support their growth with the consequence being a rapid decline in turf quality during the times that feeding occurs. This can lead to rapid decline in turf strength and quality. By attacking the roots, the turf plant is under greater stress from limited water and nutrient uptake and is only compounded when there is high usage pressure on the turf surface or when you harvest. This is why preventative proactive management of white grubs is a must.Identifying the pest   Figure 1: African Black Beetle adult (left) and larvae (right).The first step is to correctly identify the pest. African Black Beetle adults grow into 12 to 15 mm shiny dark brown to black beetles. The have a broad, shovel-like head, clubbed antennae, and flares/spurs on their legs. The males have a thickened tarsus on front leg (to help them dig).&nbsp…

 In 2024, Syngenta had the honor of awarding two educational scholarships to professionals from New Zealand: the Women in Turf Scholarship and the NZGCSA 'Wider Education Scholarship'. The Women in Turf Scholarship was awarded to Sofia Urrets Zavalia, from the Remuera Golf Club and Kiel Stechman, from the Manawatu Golf Club was the recipient of the NZGCSA ‘Wider Education Scholarship’.Born in Argentina, Sofia Urrets Zavalia is a professional in the turf management industry, currently working as the Co-Team Leader and Spray Technician at Remuera Golf Club. With a rich background in agronomy and ten years of experience, Sofia brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Sofia is a passionate golfer who finds joy in exploring different cultures and working environments. Kiel Benjamin Sinclair Stechman: Kiel's turf management journey began unexpectedly, transitioning from a golf enthusiast at Springfield Golf Club to an apprentice greenkeeper at…

Make the right call this summer and apply VELISTA Turf fungicide.

Take control of Leaf Spot with unique solutions from Syngenta: MEDALLION^® and INSTRATA^®

Minimise Pythium this summer with SUBDUE MAXX^®

Article written by Dr. Brett Morris, Technical Manager Turf & Landscape - Syngenta, ANZ.As we transition from spring to summer, the weather forecast predicts warmer and drier conditions across much of the country. This increase in temperature and dryness may lead to a rise in pathogen activity, which could bring a challenge for turf managers in the coming months. For peace of mind in managing pathogens effectively across any turf surface this summer, consider using a rotation program with HEADWAY^® MAXX Turf fungicide and VELISTA^® Turf fungicide. Fungicide Selectivity and Mode of Action Selectivity of fungicides are driven by its mode of action and those modes of action target 6 major cellular sites of the fungal pathogen. Multiple target sites of activity include energy production sites, cell membranes and general cell constituents, hence rotating groups to target these cellular sites reduces the risk of resistance. By rotating HEADWAY^® MAXX and VELISTA^® this summer you can cover more than a…

Syngenta Turf and Landscape are pleased to announce the successful applicants for the Operation Pollinator^® program in 2023 for Australia & New Zealand.

Introducing our latest Turfectionists™ Adam Marchant, Course Superintendent at The Royal Sydney Golf Club, one of Australia's premier sporting and social clubs.

If you’ve ever faced Argentine Stem Weevils in your greens, then you know how difficult these damaging pests can be to control. Especially with multiple lifecycle stages present at the same time.