Episode 126

VIEWS FROM THE LONG GRASS: Showtime or Showdown? with Keith Christian

In this 'Views from the Long Grass' feature, Chris and Keith Christian discuss the proliferation of turfcare shows such as SALTEX, BTME and now Groundsfest and ask whether this is overkill for a small industry.

Keith shares his experiences from decades in the sector, including memorable moments and insights into what makes an effective trade show.

The episode also touches on possible changes and considerations for future events, balancing indoor and outdoor formats, and the importance of ‘pressing the flesh’ at these events.

Inside Agri-Turf is devised, recorded and edited by Chris Biddle chris.biddle@btinternet.com

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Chris Biddle

Chris is an experienced journalist specialising in the farm and grass machinery market. He has worked for a major tractor manufacturer and been a managing director of a farm and grass machinery dealership in the West Country.
In 1988, he launched trade magazine, Service Dealer followed by TurfPro in 1998, selling both titles to Land Power Publications in 2015.
He was editor of Landwards, the professional journal of the Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE) from 2008 until 2019 and is the recipient of the 2020 IAgrE Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Land-Based industry.
Chris lives in Salisbury with his wife Trish, and is an avid cricket fan and member of the MCC for over 55 years.