
Canadian Family Grows World Cup‑Ready Grass for BC Place
A Canadian family’s meticulous work transforms a modest sod farm into the source of a World Cup‑ready pitch at BC Place, blending climate‑specific engineering with global standards.
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A Canadian family’s meticulous work transforms a modest sod farm into the source of a World Cup‑ready pitch at BC Place, blending climate‑specific engineering with global standards.

Scientists, farmers and seed companies are collaborating to grow living pitches that can endure the rigors of the world’s biggest soccer event, aiming for surfaces so seamless they go unnoticed.

The 2026 World Cup will test cutting‑edge turf technology across 16 stadiums, blending climate‑specific grasses, rigorous testing and sustainable practices to avoid the surface failures of past events.

Scientists, farmers and seed giants are collaborating to create living surfaces that can endure the world’s biggest soccer tournament, aiming for a flawless pitch that stays out of the spotlight