Germinal 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.

04/09/2026

Come see us at Fields Good on Saturday! Bring your grassland questions to David Little and he’ll discuss solutions to support your livestock system.

03/09/2026

Brassicas can help bridge forage gaps in your feeding system.
By thinking about brassicas now, you can plan ahead for future seasonal shortfalls.
Watch William Fleming talk you through his key preparation steps for sowing brassicas in 2027.

We are proud to sponsor the Sustainable Dairy Grassland Farmer Award at the National Dairy Awards, recognising farmers m...
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/

Got a grassland challenge? Ask the experts… Come by UK Dairy Day and speak to Germinal’s Harley Brown-Keech and the team...
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!

Looking to get more from your forage?At Fields Good next Saturday, catch up with Germinal’s David Little at Glenarm esta...
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.

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.

They’re in the running for Grassland Farmer of the Year!A huge congratulations to our three   finalists:BB Haylage,  Gra...
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.

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