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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What can red clover do for your livestock production?
Hear the many benefits from grassland expert Pat Delaney.
Why rolling after drilling is essential…
Harley Brown-Keech shares the benefits you’ll get from rolling after your next reseed.
What a clean, weed-free seedbed should look like…
Diarmuid Murphy shows you what ploughing can do for reseeding.
Got a reseeding question? Please comment below and we’ll get back to you with expert advice.
How do you manage multi-species when there isn’t a suitable spray on the market? David Little gives you two options to consider.
Want to know more? Comment below and we’ll get back to you with expert grassland advice.
21/07/2026
Ask the grassland experts at the Tullamore Show…
Visit the Germinal team at the Butterfield Estate on Sunday 9th August for advice on getting the most from your grassland.
Whether you’re focused on improving performance or planning ahead for next season, our team will be available to answer your questions
See you all there.
Tullamore Show
What grazing rotation works best for multi-species swards?
David Little shows you a rotation in action on a Co. Down farm.
Want to know more? Please comment below and we’ll get back to you with expert grassland advice.
15/07/2026
Is your pasture performing at its best?
As pastures age, forage yield and quality can decline - reducing livestock performance and increasing reliance on bought-in feed.
A planned reseeding programme restores productivity, improves forage quality and supports better livestock performance.
Swipe to see Germinal expert Harley Brown-Keech share three steps to keep your pastures productive.
09/07/2026
Your sustainable grassland deserves recognition…
Germinal is proud to sponsor the Sustainable Dairy Grassland Farmer of the Year at the National Dairy Awards - and entries are now open.
If you’ve improved soil health, reduced nitrogen use, or pioneered innovative grassland management, we want to hear about it.
Submit or nominate here: https://nationaldairyawards.com/entry-rules
How to establish multi-species swards?
David Little runs you through the steps on a farm that sowed multi-species after kale.
What’s the most effective multi-species mix?
Forage expert David Little shows you his recommended mixture.
Watch to see what he includes.
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