The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) Scotland Conference 2026 took place on 24th February 2026 at the Carnegie Conference Centre.

The two members of the greenkeeping team in attendance were Senior Greenkeeper Owen Mackay and Assistant Greenkeeper Stephen Watson.

The conference is an annual professional event for greenkeepers, turf managers, and golf industry professionals in Scotland. The conference focuses on education, networking, and continuing professional development (CPD) within golf course management industry.

The speakers

• Dave Edmondson – Course Superintendent at Prestwick Golf Club
• Bob Meikle – Course Manager at Crail Golfing Society
• Paul Morris – Managing Director, GBR Technology
• Sophie Olejnik – Ecological Consultant, Oleo Design
• Steve Chappell – Director of Agronomy at Taymouth Castle
• David Hay – Course Superintendent at Taymouth Castle

There were also industry updates from BIGGA leadership including CEO Jim Croxton.

There were a wide of topics covered during the conference that will be of great benefit to both employees, such as;

• Turf agronomy and course management
• Ecology & environmental practices on golf courses
• Leadership and management for course teams
• Technology and innovation in turf care
• Continuing professional development for greenkeepers

Attending the event also counts toward CPD credits for BIGGA members.