Germinal

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Germinal is a leading forage specialist developing sustainable grassland varieties.

Founded in 1825, Germinal is a sixth-generation family company supporting farmers with technical advice and best practice guidance. Working within the industry and alongside partners to share grassland knowledge, Germinal is committed to a responsible future for agriculture. Germinal’s focused research in plant breeding combined with innovative partnerships helps facilitate a productive and sustainable food future for all.

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27/08/2026

We are proud to sponsor the Sustainable Dairy Grassland Farmer Award at the National Dairy Awards, recognising farmers making the most of their grassland while building more sustainable systems.

If your grassland management skills are improving forage production, reducing inputs and working towards a more resilient system, enter the award and share your story.

Put yourself forward for the Sustainable Dairy Grassland Farmer Award: https://germinal.ie/national-dairy-awards/

26/08/2026

Got a grassland challenge? Ask the experts…

Come by UK Dairy Day and speak to Germinal’s Harley Brown-Keech and the team in Hall 2 at Stand H144.

Bring your questions and our team will help you find the right solution for your dairy system.

See you there!

25/08/2026

Looking to get more from your forage?

At Fields Good next Saturday, catch up with Germinal’s David Little at Glenarm estate to explore how Climate Smart forage varieties can help you improve productivity, livestock performance and long-term farm resilience.

Photos from British Farming Awards's post 23/08/2026
19/08/2026

Are you considering red clover silage in 2027?
Get three essential cutting tips to prep for silage production.
Pat Delaney shares the final video in his red clover series.
Want to know more about red clover? Ask Pat in the comments.

Photos from Germinal's post 18/08/2026

They’re in the running for Grassland Farmer of the Year!

A huge congratulations to our three finalists:
BB Haylage, Graham Parks and William Roobottom.

Who will take it home? Best of luck to you all.

British Farming Awards

14/08/2026

Which nutrients are required to establish a strong red clover sward?
Watch Pat Delaney explain what your sward will need.

05/08/2026

Are your stock grazing red clover swards?
Pat Delaney shows you why red clover shouldn’t be grazed below 5cm.

Photos from Germinal's post 05/08/2026

When dry turns to drought, how can you meet forage needs?

Plant diversity can help reduce forage deficits, keeping high-quality feed available for longer when conditions turn dry.

Grassland expert Harley Brown-Keech explains which drought-tolerant crops can bring resilience to your grassland system when the weather turns extreme.

30/07/2026

What can red clover do for your livestock production?
Hear the many benefits from grassland expert Pat Delaney.

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1 Clarence Street
Belfast
BT28DX

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm