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For decades, turfgrass management has relied on conventional inputs - fertilisers, fungicides, and growth regulators - to keep surfaces performing.

Stop guessing. Start performing.Turf managers across Australia, New Zealand and the UK have made QUALIBRA^® Soil Wetting Agent their product of choice - and for good reason. Where other wetting agents make you choose between penetration and retention, QUALIBRA^® delivers both in a single, 100% concentration formula. Less complexity, better results.Why QUALIBRA^® Outperforms the CompetitionQUALIBRA^® combines a dynamic penetrant with a powerful retentive polymer - two actives, one product, zero compromise. Both are non-ionic, giving you exceptional turf safety across a wide range of conditions.One product. Two functions. Penetration uniformity AND root zone moisture retention - no mixing, no switching.Works with your weather, not against it. Reduces excess moisture during wet periods and locks it in during dry ones.Optimised Air/Water balance through seasonal extremes for stronger, healthier root growth.Flexible application rates - monthly or fortnightly programmes to suit your schedule.Easy to use - apply with…

Syngenta is pleased to announce that TREFINTI^® Turf nematicide now has a label extension to include a spot rate.

Build your turf management strategy from the ground up. SPIIO™ soil sensors give you precision insights into crucial components of turf health beneath the surface, including soil temperature, moisture and salinity.

Building on the success of previous years' educational initiatives, Syngenta is proud to announce the continuation of its commitment to the New Zealand Turf Industry for 2026.

As turf managers nationwide evaluate their surface performance and plan for the future, a growing industry challenge has emerged: the shortage of skilled manpower. This reality makes it crucial to implement efficient control programs that maximize resources while maintaining high-quality turf conditions.

Construction, establishment and maintenance of green assets consume significant budgets and demand successful outcomes.

Protecting our environment, animals, livelihoods and communities from Red Imported Fire Ants

Whether you’re using PRIMO^® 250EC or the improved version PRIMO MAXX^® II to reduce mowing frequency or enhance plant health and surface uniformity you can rely on the consistent quality of Syngenta formulations.

Syngenta is thrilled to announce the launch of its exclusive Summer Turf Rewards 2025 Program across Australia and New Zealand.

Selecting the right product is a big part of getting a good result, but you also need to apply the product at the right time and accurately. Using a specifically designed turf nozzle will deliver the final piece of the equation to get a great result.

By Michael Bradbery MA Ag. Turf – Technical Services Manager, Turf & Landscape ANZPlant parasitic nematodes are a major turf management challenge and typically become a long term issue. They are easily moved in soil, turf or on equipment and once on site are almost impossible to eradicate. This is a reminder of the importance of hygiene when it comes to movements of these kinds with investigation on the risk of nematodes or other pests and disease from source locations definitely worthwhile.A BRIEF BACKGROUNDIn a sub-surface situation, one of the threats impacting healthy and resilient turf stands can be parasitic nematodes: microscopic roundworms that feed on the roots of turfgrass plants. These pests can cause significant damage, leading to thinning turf, yellowing, wilting, and even plant death in severe infestations. Parasitic nematodes are a widespread problem, found in soils across the globe with around 15% of nematodes described as parasitic. Some of the most common and destructive species that…