1st Newsletter of the 2021 season
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Seasonal Guidance from the GMA
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Online Training
New initiative for 2021: In the absence of any face-to-face training during the National Lockdown, CAG are encouraging volunteer groundsmen to upskill by taking the GMA (online) Level 1 Cricket Grounds Maintenance course (cost £25). Upon successful completion of the course, please email a copy of your certificate to gareth.moorhouse@cheshirecricketboard.co.uk and your course fee will…
Website redesign goes live
I’m pleased the redsigned website is live today (27/Jan/21). We hope you will appreciate the modernised appearance and ease of finding material any comments to cagadm1@yahoo.co.uk.
CAG Mission statement and 5 year plan to be given to the CCB
CHESHIRE ASSOCIATION of GROUNDSMEN Mission statement: The Cheshire Association of Groundsmen aims to reach out, giving knowledgeable, helpful support to all the 131 cricket clubs playing within the county by providing training and easy access to the county’s Pitch Advisors. The Association will represent the views of groundsmen at the county’s administrative committees and aim to create an environment…
Understanding Wetting Agents
Skilful management of water is a fundamental aspect of producing high quality and consistent turf surfaces. Water is a master variable which directly impacts the function of grass plants and soil organisms. It is also a master solvent responsible for a whole host of essential chemical reactions underpinning the soil ecosystem. Wetting agents are types…