EGCOA Website Newsletter #5 May 2009 EGCOA Conference

New European Pesticide Legislation: Impact on Turf Management
The European Parliament is in the process of introducing new legislation under the title the “Thematic Strategy for Pesticides”. The EGCOA is involved in the lobby to protect the interest of golf courses and has published an article to clarify the situation.
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EGCOA in Golf Management Europe: VAT needs one rule for all
One of the most discussed subjects in the golfing industry is the rate of VAT levied on a round of golf, and the often huge variances in duty between proprietary clubs and members clubs. In GME's May edition, the EGCOA claims that it is time for new legislation.
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Toro renews Preferred Supplier agreement with the EGCOA
The Toro Company and the EGCOA are pleased to announce their renewed partnership whereby Toro continues to be recognised as the preferred supplier of turf maintenance equipment and irrigation to the European Golf Course Owners Association (EGCOA).
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GEO certification officially open to all golf clubs
The Golf Environment Organisation (GEO) launched it's highly anticipated new website, featuring the GEO Certification system, at The European Tour's BMW PGA Championship.
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New discussions on EGCOA LinkedIn group
Members of the EGCOA LinkedIn group can now deliver input for the European Golf Business Conference 2009 in Amsterdam. Therefore, submit your hot topics and burning questions on the forum and the organisation will try to cover them at this years event.
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New in EGCOA Bookstore: '51 Ways to Increase Customer Retention'
Industry analysts claim that the number of rounds currently available to the golfing enthusiast now exceeds demand. Course operators must make a substantial commitment to loyalty marketing. This booklet gives you the tools and techniques.
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Ten years in partnership for ClubCar and the European Tour
Demonstrating its support of the game on a global scale, Club Car has extended its relationship with The European Tour which will mean that its golf cars and utility vehicles will continue to play important roles at all events.
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Mind:style joins the EGCOA as a Corporate Member
Mind:style Concept Architecture has joined the EGCOA as a Corporate Member.
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Jobs from EGCOA members on CMM Select
If you are looking for a new career within the golf industry, why not register with Colt Mackenzie McNair, the leading specialist executive search firm providing effective recruitment solutions to the global golf industry.
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