1. Research matters: an overview and update on research projects

Research matters: an overview and update on research projects

Kings Suite Stage (KS)
11:00AM - 11:45AM, 23 Mar 2022

Research matters: an overview and update on research projects

11 ‑ 11.45am

An opportunity to get the headlines from four university‑based fundamental turf research projects being managed by ICL. There will be a focus on presenting the key results and practical outcomes on the subjects of managing plant parasitic nematodes with seaweed extracts, utilising recycled nutrients, contrasting the plant and soil health benefits of organo‑mineral fertilisers and the very latest science on wetting agents and plant water uptake.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Characteristics of good quality research and why it is so important to the turf industry
  • How seaweed extracts can be utilised to manage plant parasitic nematodes in turf
  • Contrast turf response to organo‑mineral fertilisers with mineral and organic versions
  • The added value of utilising recycled nutrients within a fertiliser programme
  • How wetting agents work to aid water and nutrient uptake in sports turf rootzones

Presented by: Dr Andy Owen, International Technical Manager and Henry Bechelet, Technical Manager, ICL

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Dr Andy Owen

Research Manager The R&A

Dr Andy Owen is the Research Manager for Sustainable Agronomy at the R&A. Andy has a strong technical and academic background in soil and turfgrass science, with a career spanning research, education and the commercial turf industry. Following ten years of teaching and research at Bangor University, he began his turf career at the STRI before moving into education, spending more than a decade teaching at Myerscough College and helping to develop the knowledge and skills of the next generation of turf professionals. Most recently, Andy spent 12 years with ICL, as International Technical Manager, working across global markets and gaining extensive experience of the challenges facing turf managers in different environments. Throughout his career, he has maintained a strong connection with research and its practical application and is passionate about the communication of technical knowledge within our industry and the promotion of good research practice.

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Henry Bechelet

Technical Sales Manager UK & Ireland ICL Turf & Landscape

 

Henry Bechelet is the Technical Manager for ICL Growing Solutions Turf and Landscape Division in the UK & Ireland. With over 35 years in the turf industry, Henry began his career training as an agricultural agronomist before moving into turfgrass agronomy in the early 1990s. He has split his career between independent consultancy and commercial roles, giving him a well-rounded perspective on the industry's challenges and opportunities. Known for his progressive outlook and engaging presentation style, Henry now leads the technical direction of ICL’s turf division, with a focus on sustainable product development, industry training, and supporting sports turf professionals.

 

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