This article is about the evolution of a turf care powerhouse in “The Koro Man,” it’s a 2011 profile chronicling the rise of Richard Campey and his company, Campey Turf Care Systems. From its humble beginnings in 1986 as a local contracting firm with a £15,000 loan, the article details how the company transformed into a leading global distributor through strategic partnerships and a keen eye for innovation. A central focus is the introduction of the Koro Field Topmaker, which revolutionised pitch renovation to the point that “koroing” became a recognised generic term in the industry. This retrospective offers a deep dive into the dedication, key personnel, and groundbreaking machinery that defined the company’s first quarter-century of success.
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