Why aeration matters for winter games pitches

Winter weather places intense pressure on game pitches. Heavy footfall and saturated soil quickly lead to compaction, which restricts airflow and limits the movement of water and nutrients. Effective aeration during the colder months is essential for maintaining healthy, resilient turf that can withstand continuous play.

Why winter aeration matters
• Compacted soil prevents roots from accessing the air and moisture they need. Aeration restores natural pore space so the turf can breathe and drain efficiently.
• Improved drainage reduces surface water and helps maintain safe, consistent playing conditions even after heavy rainfall.
• Stronger roots build a more durable sward, which recovers faster between matches and remains robust throughout the season.

GreenTek solutions for winter pitch aeration
To achieve reliable results, ground teams trust equipment designed for efficiency and precision. GreenTek provides two proven options:

• Double Quick
A multi-task aeration system that allows grounds staff to complete essential operations in a single pass. Deep slitters, hollow corers, rakes and brushes can be selected depending on the needs of the pitch, making Double Quick an extremely versatile and time-saving tool.
• Aero Quick
A flexible aerator suitable for compact tractors and utility vehicles. With slit tine hollow corer and disc slitter options, Aero Quick offers reliable performance for regular winter maintenance and helps keep pitches free draining and match ready.

Winter aeration best practice
• Aerate during dry windows when the soil is not frozen or saturated
• Select the correct tine type to suit conditions
• Maintain a consistent programme throughout winter to avoid severe compaction

Ready to improve your winter pitch performance
Contact GreenTek today and let our team help you choose the ideal aeration solution for your site.