Professional Affiliations

We are committed to remaining independent consultants and so we have no commercial ties with any commercial companies. We are well known within industry, however, and we have built up an extensive and strong network of clients, companies and institutions. Here are some of our most significant associations.

SAPCA - Sport And Play Construction Associaton

Agrostis have been members of the ‘Professional Services’ section of SAPCA since 2014. SAPCA's role is to foster excellence, professionalism and continuous improvement, in order to provide the high quality facilities needed at all levels of sport, physical activity, recreation and play. In this they are undoubtedly and internationally recognised authority. Our current membership certificate may be seen here.

RIPTA - Register of Independent Professional Turfgrass Agronomists

Started in 2002, Dr. Tim Lodge is a founding member and Treasurer of RIPTA (Register of Independent Professional Turfgrass Agronomists). RIPTA is the register of qualified and experienced consultants providing professional services in natural turf.

Constructionline

Agrostis are registered with Constructionline, the UK's largest register for pre-qualified contractors and consultants. Constructionline identify suppliers to government standards to ensure direct relevance to procurement professionals within the construction industry (click logo to download certificate).

CHAS - Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme

Agrostis are accredited consultants with the Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme.

GMA - Grounds Management Association, formerly Institute of Groundsmanship

Agrostis are Corporate Members of the IOG (Institute of Groundsmanship).

HPA - Hurlingham Polo Association

Agrostis are official consultants of the Hurlingham Polo Association. The HPA is the governing body for polo in the UK, Ireland and many other countries and is responsible for the regulations and rules under which the game is played