Thatch - what is it? Causes? And the pros and cons of different solutions!

Dr Russell Sharp explains what thatch is, how it builds up, and why it harms turf. He covers causes like rapid growth, drought and the harmful effects of overusing iron and copper products. The episode reviews control methods — scarifying, raking, microbial and enzyme treatments — and the limitations of some commercial products. Russ outlines Eutrema’s Thatch Degrader, how it stimulates native microbes to break down thatch, practical results, and pricing for lawn and sports-turf use. https://eutrema.co.uk/shop/fertiliser/thatch-degrader/