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Germinal is a leading grass and forage seed specialist. We develop sustainable grassland varieties and supply a range of premium agricultural seed to the UK, Irish and New Zealand markets. We also service the professional amenity sector. Founded in 1825, we are a sixth-generation family company with a proud history built on the strength of great people. Working within the industry and alongside partners to share grassland knowledge. Germinal is committed to a responsible future for agriculture. Our focused research in plant breeding combined with innovative partnerships will facilitate a productive and sustainable food future for all.

A trusted source for comprehensive animal health MSD Animal Health offers animal health professionals, farmers, pet owners and governments the widest range of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services. MSD Animal Health is dedicated to preserving and improving the health, well- being and performance of animals. MSD Animal Health is committed to operating its business in a way that is best suited to meet the unprecedented demands faced today. Its strategic goal is to achieve sustained growth through the continued provision of integrated solutions with innovative animal health products and services that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Alice Stanton - Professor at RCSI & Director of Human Health at Devenish Nutrition. Professor Alice Stanton is a clinician-scientist. She is currently Professor of Cardiovascular Pharmacology at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, and Director of Human Health at Devenish Nutrition. She has authored in excess of 140 peer- reviewed published papers, and has delivered many lectures concerning evidenced-based healthy diets from sustainable food systems. She recently served on the Committee developing “Ireland’s Agri-food Strategy to 2 030” and as an Assembly Member for the Horizon Europe Cancer Mission. She is also a Member of the Irish Climate and Health Coalition.