SPONSORSHIP
There are sponsorship packages to different budgets and business requirements available. As part of your sponsorship you will receive both local and national press coverage, along with the opportunity to interact with many new and existing customers and receive prime space on the National Dairy Show website. Contact one of the committee members to discuss your options today. Be part of Ireland’s longest running, premier dairy show by sponsoring the best event of the year.
Please contact Conor on +353 86 0640402 or email exhibit@nationaldairyshow.com
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AXA FARM
Insurance to drive your farm forward
Since launching its specialist farm division in May 2018, AXA Farm has gone from strength to strength and today insures over 30,000 farmers.
Cover built around you
From public liability to cover for the family home, outhouses and farm vehicles, AXA provides a range of flexible policies that respond to the ever-changing needs of farmers and their families.
Support to drive your farm forward
Operating from its Farm Hub in Athlone, customers are supported by a dedicated team of agri- specialists as well as an experienced network of Regional Managers to ensure a seamless, personalised service.
Easy to switch
An innovative, online service allows farmers to quickly and easily assess their needs in order to determine the type of cover that best suits them. With no long documents to fill out, switching has never been easier.
As proud sponsors of the National Dairy Show, AXA are confident that their dedicated and experienced farm team have the right blend of knowledge and experience to deliver cover that works for you.
Find out more at axa.ie/farm-insurance
AXA Insurance dac is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
Platinum Sponsors
AHV
AHV is the industry leader in quorum sensing-powered animal health solutions and value-added advisory services. AHV develops multi- award-winning, innovative & sustainable solutions to overcome significant obstacles in the animal health sector. We use the science of quorum sensing to develop solutions which focus on disrupting the
communication between selected bacteria. By doing this, the immune system of your animals is supported in a
natural and effective way.
Through knowledge sharing, continuous research, and development of our products and processes, we improve the efficiency, social welfare & environmental management of your animals. With our customer focus
and proactive approach, we can make a real impact on our future and within the agricultural industry on levels, such as environment, economics, health, property, information, innovation, and resources.
Our Mission is to empower farmers through unique innovations, tools, and solutions in animal health. With AHV’s Health Vision Platform we help farmers worldwide understand their herd health management,
enabling them to proactively optimise animal health and performance. We give the power back to the farmer!
Our products are based on safe, free to use plant based active ingredients. We combine this with the right nutrients and just the right time. This is how we maintain animal health.
As a customer of AHV, Irish farmers will have the benefit of a dedicated local Consultant, a Data Analyst & Nutritionist as well as access to our own Veterinary Technical Specialist, at no extra cost. We are here to
provide support & guidance to ensure you receive the best return on investment possible for you and your herd.
CLIPPERS
BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM
The lives of animals and humans are interconnected in deep and complex ways. We know that when animals are healthy, humans are healthier too. Across the globe, our 10,000 employees are dedicated to delivering value through innovation, thus enhancing the well-being of both.
Respect for animals, humans and the environment is at the heart of what we do. We develop solutions and provide services to protect animals from disease and pain. We support our customers in taking care of the health of their animals and protect our communities against life and society-threatening diseases.
Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health is the second largest animal health business in the world, with net sales of 4 billion euros in 2019 and presence in more than 150 countries.
DAIRYGOLD
Dairygold is Ireland’s leading farmer owned Dairy & Agri Business employing over 1,250 people with a turnover of circa €1b. Dairygold has been supporting thousands of farmer members for over a century. The majority of our shareholder members are farmers operating family-run dairy farms that have been passed down over generations. Our fertile rolling green pastures have been settled for centuries, where today, we continue to grass feed our cows in a natural environment, from glacial nutrient rich soil. This enables us to produce fully traceable, quality assured gold standard dairy ingredients.
Our promise is to nourish people around the globe with our naturally-sourced gold standard dairy ingredients from the most fertile farmlands in the world. We are constantly adding value to our nutritional products through smart innovation, research, industry-leading technology and world- class facilities.
With a vision and strategy to be a global player in supplying naturally sourced dairy nutritionals,
Dairygold is boldly shaping the future of the dairy industry. www.dairygold.ie
EUROGENE
We are: Expertise – we are saving you time & money through our trusted genetic research which gives rise to an improved herd.
Reliable/Experienced – we are providing proven results in beef & dairy genetics gained through valuable sectoral knowledge & expertise of our team.
Local – we are partnering with innovative, genetic-driven farmers, like you, across Ireland providing you with tailored solutions to help improve your herd.
Evolving – we are constantly exploring new advances in bovine genetics to find more efficient, future proofed sustainable solutions.
Personable – we are aware that you are under increasing time pressure – so why not let us work for you.
Innovative – we are improving the profitability & sustainability of your herd by targeting desirable genetic traits and introducing new technologies.
Professional – we are combining our genetic expertise, reproductive management and a deep understanding of cattle breeding.
Quality & Sustainability – we are ensuring, through optimal bovine genetics that your herd produces higher-quality milk and meat in a sustainable way.
We are Eurogene. Connecting expertise with innovation driving results.
IHFA
The Irish Holstein Friesian Association (IHFA) is a member owned organisation directed by an IHFA board which is directly elected from its 3,700 members in 15 club areas. The association is licensed by the Department Of Agriculture to issue ancestry and pedigree registration certificates. The IHFA is responsible for the validity and upkeep of the herdbook of Holstein Friesian cattle and for giving direction to the development and promotion of the breed in Ireland through its many events and services. The association offers a grade-up service, whereby commercial dairy cows can be graded to full pedigree in three simple steps.
LELY
Lely Center Mitchelstown was established in 2015 and since then, our team is fully committed to automate the milking process on your farm. We also provide manure, cleaning & feeding solutions. Our services include: Sales advice, Individual barn designs and layouts, Project management, Installation, Farm management support & Scheduled maintenance of all Lely equipment.
Lely Center Mitchelstown has evolved to provide a complete sales, installation and aftersales package for customers. Our aim is to work with the farmer and help them increase the efficiency and effectiveness of their farm from a productivity and financial perspective.
Our Lely trained engineers are located throughout the area, thus ensuring a fast and efficient service and back up 24/7, 365 days of the year. Our ultimate aim is to help our customers reduce labour requirements on their farms,
increase productivity and financial wellbeing. We believe we have the ideal solution for your farm.
“Lely is at the forefront of innovation, and continuously works to seek new ideas and positive change for its customers and farmers. I have had the pleasure of working for Lely for the past 8 years and help build a team to look after our customers. As a farmer who is milking cows on a Lely Astronaut, I can readily identify with the challenges of modern dairy farming.” – Brian O’ Riordan, Center Manager.
MUNSTER BOVINE
Munster Bovine is Ireland’s market leader in cattle breeding and herd management services. The Munster Bovine technician service is recognized as the leader in its field with over 70 years’ experience of carrying out artificial
insemination in the Munster and Galway areas. With access to the best genetics, today we offer a complete and
integrated range of breeding, milk recording, herd health and decision support services for herd owners to ensure a sustainable farm business into the future.
Email (for general enquiries)
info@munsterbovine.ie
Address
Munster Bovine, Ballyvorisheen, Mallow, Co. Cork, P51 YF57, Ireland
Telephone Number (for general enquiries)
+353 22 43228
NORBROOK
Norbrook is a leading global provider of veterinary pharmaceuticals, enhancing the health of farm and companion animals from its headquarters in Northern Ireland.
Norbrook has long been well-known for its wide range of popular dairy-focussed products: including anthelmintics such as Eprizero, as well as intramammary tubes and our best-seller teat sealant, SureSeal. Our Transition Cow range builds on our expertise in metabolic disease management and perfectly complements our long- standing Calciject product.
Norbrook is proud to have supported farmers, pet owners and the veterinary industry in Ireland with innovative products and trusted, quality brands for over 50 years.
Gold Sponsors
MSD
For over 130 years, MSD has been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for
many of the world’s most challenging diseases. MSD Animal Health, a division of Merck & Co., Inc.,
Kenilworth, N.J., USA, is the global animal health business unit of MSD. Through its commitment to
The Science of Healthier Animals ® , MSD Animal Health offers veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and
governments one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health
management solutions and services as well as an extensive suite of connected technology that
includes identification, traceability and monitoring products. MSD Animal Health is dedicated to
preserving and improving the health, well-being and performance of animals and the people who
care for them. It invests extensively in dynamic and comprehensive R&D resources and a modern,
global supply chain. MSD Animal Health is present in more than 50 countries, while its products are
available in some 150 markets. For more information, visit www.msd-animal-health.com and
connect with us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.
ZOETIS
As the world’s leading animal health company, we exist to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. With 70 years of experience innovating a leading portfolio and pipeline of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics, and technologies, we stand by those caring for animals by providing solutions worldwide.
Our name, Zoetis (zō-EH-tis), has its root in zo, familiar in words such as zoo and zoology and derived from zoetic, meaning “pertaining to life.” It signals our company’s dedication to supporting the veterinarians and livestock producers everywhere who raise and care for the farm and companion animals on which we all depend.
Ireland is home to the Zoetis International Headquarters as well as manufacturing facilities in Tullamore, Rathdrum and Tallaght. The Tallaght facility is the sole manufacturer of the market leading teat sealant Boviseal (also known as OrbeSeal or Teatseal) which is supplied to over 80 markets around the globe.
TOM HARTE
Founded by Tom Harte in 1983, Tom Harte Farm Services Ltd. is a family run business who supply, install, repair and service DeLaval dairy systems for farmers.
The company are based in Co. Cork and are recognised as one of the most significant independent dealers of dairy equipment in Ireland.
With over 25 employees, Tom Harte Farm Services Ltd. provide a complete service to the dairy farmer from the initial planning and layout of the parlour installation to the day-to-day servicing.
The company’s extensive competitive product range includes:
- DeLaval VMS Robotic Milking Systems
- Rotary Milking Systems & Milking Parlours
- Robotic & Automatic Scraper Systems
- DeLaval Bulk Tanks
- Automatic Calf Feeders
- Dairy detergents, water troughs, gate barriers, cow mats and cow comfort accessories
Contact Tom Harte Farm Services on 021 4302471 / email info@tomharte.ie
See www.tomharte.ie
WORLD WIDE SIRES
WWS offers customers an unparalleled sire line-up, with bulls excelling on both the Irish and U.S index bases. We place emphasis on quality, offering a large selection of bulls that are consistently rising to the top of global rankings.
We pride ourselves on providing a differentiated product and service to Irish Farmers. Offering premium Sexed UltraPLUS product, a diverse selection of highly reliable Proven sires, the hottest new Genomic releases and genetics that perform time and time again in the Irish system. Our customers and their success are our highest priority.
In 2015 WWS Ireland brought the globally renowned, CowManager, to the Irish market. Since then, this award-winning technology has been a resounding success having been installed nationwide with exceptional customer satisfaction. CowManager is the most accurate herd monitoring system on the market.
We are looking forward to our return to the National Dairy Show and hope to see you all there!
Silver Sponsors
AIB
AIB is a financial services group. Our main business activities are retail, business and corporate banking, as well as mobile payments and card acquiring. We are committed to supporting the transition to the low-carbon economy and backing sustainable communities.
To find out more about how we can support your business, call by the AIB stand at the National Dairy Show to meet our Agri Advisor Team or we are available on 0818 47 88 33 (9:00 to 17:00 on weekdays). You can also find out more in your local branch or visit www.aib.ie/farming.
CALOR
Instantaneous water heating for Dairy farms, from Calor
Continuous hot water up to 85ᵒC instantly – ideal for chlorine free detergents – only from Calor.
The combination of Calor expertise, experience and the outstanding quality and technology behind our Rinnai water heaters delivers the ideal chlorine – free water heating solution for dairy farmers who are looking to upgrade or extend their milking facilities. Our Rinnai water heaters are of stainless-steel construction, fully modulating and condensing, and offer the reassurance of a five- year warranty on all parts. They produce an infinite supply of hot water on demand. With A-rated efficiency and instant temperatures of up to 85ᵒC, they can also reduce running costs as there’s no longer a need to constantly heat and store water and are perfect for chlorine-free wash routines. Contact us now for a FREE site survey from Calor including a FREE water test. Visit calorgas.ie.
IRISH EXAMINER
The Irish Examiner is one of Ireland’s oldest daily newspapers.
The paper was founded in 1841, just before the start of The Great Famine, by Mr John Francis Maguire under its original title ‘The Cork Examiner’.
Over our 180-year history, we have documented local, national, and international events as they have unfolded. Today, we are renowned for our objective, independent journalism and coverage of the latest breaking local and international news and are unrivalled in our Sports coverage.
The paper’s Farming supplement, which comes out every Thursday, is a must-read for the Irish Agri community with a strong focus on the Munster, home to the Irish dairy industry.
The Irish Examiner is proud to sponsor the Supreme Championship at the National Dairy Show.
ICMSA
ICMSA has represented Ireland’s family dairy farms at local, national, and European level with diligence and an emphasis on finding solutions to their problems that has been our trademark for over 70 years.
If you are a farmer who wants to be part of those solutions then we welcome your enquiry ICMSA Head Office: John Feely House, Dublin Road, Limerick.
061-314677, or info@icmsa.ie Please also look at our website at www.icmsa.ie
Bronze Sponsors
ICBF
UNIVET
Univet is a family-owned animal health veterinary pharmaceutical business based in Co. Cavan and since our inception, have succeeded in manufacturing, registering and marketing a diverse range of products for all farming needs.
Our product range provides cost-effective, superior quality treatments for a variety of conditions. We are currently expanding our dedicated manufacturing facility in Ireland in order to meet the continued high demand for our quality products throughout the globe. Our products are manufactured in a GMP compliant facility and Univet has been providing tried and tested products into the Irish market for over 40 years.
CHANELLE PHARMA
Chanelle Pharma was founded by Galway Veterinary Surgeon Michael Burke in 1985, who recognised the need for a rapid veterinary distribution service in Ireland. The company remains headquartered in Loughrea, Co. Galway. From an initial two staff members, Chanelle Pharma now employs over 600 people, holds more than 5,000 pharmaceutical licences all over the world and exports products to 96 countries globally. Chanelle Pharma is proud to supply 10 of the world’s top 12 pharmaceutical companies. Its business model is science-driven; significant investments are made in R&D and its new product pipeline every year.
In Ireland, Chanelle Pharma manufactures, markets, and distributes a diverse range of companion, equine and production animal products, with strong market presence in all sectors. Alongside its Irish manufacturing operation, Chanelle Pharma’s wholesale entity offers next-day delivery across the country and contains a diverse range of veterinary medicine, supplements, and equipment.
The company’s talented sales, marketing, logistics and technical teams cement Chanelle Pharma’s position among Ireland’s most trusted and reliable veterinary manufacturers and wholesalers.
Chanelle Pharma are hugely grateful for the support of your members and delighted to be given the opportunity to support the 2022 National Dairy Show.
DEVENISH
Devenish designs and manufactures animal feed and nutrients which improve both animal
and human health.
Our team of nutritionists create animal feeds and feed supplements for the ruminant, poultry, pig, and aqua sectors. Our products are designed to ensure animals get the nutrients they need, when they need them. By doing that we are able to boost feed conversion, increase producer profitability, reduce impact on the environment and improve animal welfare.
We are passionate about working in partnership with our customers – including feed mills, farmers, and retailers – using practical research and development to create sustainable solutions in response to consumer demand for safe and nutritious food.
DOVEA GENETICS
Dovea Genetics is one of Ireland’s leading suppliers of bovine genetics. Dovea offer an extensive range of dairy sires, combining optimum genomics with the best cow families. We also partner with top international suppliers to offer elite production sires to Irish farmers. These international bulls are selected on strict criteria based on their ability to prosper in Irish systems. We have an exciting new catalogue ‘Elite Production Sires’ to be launched for the National Dairy Show 2022 with several new and exciting dairy sires. In addition, we have Ireland’s largest selection of dairy beef sires. Our representatives are on hand to provide a free visit and consultation, appraisal of herd genetics and identifying sires for your breeding goals. Call 0504- 21755 for further information or visit www.doveagenetics.ie
FLOGAS
Flogas Ireland, a DCC Business, is a leading supplier of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Natural Gas & Electricity across the island of Ireland, servicing a diverse range of market sectors and applications including the industrial, commercial, domestic, catering, agricultural and automotive markets. The Flogas LPG instant Hot water system for Dairy Farms ensures on demand hot water up to 85 degrees. See ww.flogas.ie/dairy for more.
KERRY
Kerry Agribusiness assembles 1.3 billion litres of milk annually from our 3,000 family farms located in the south west of Ireland. We are proud of our strong dairy heritage and engage with our milk suppliers to ensure the adoption of best practice initiatives that support grass-based, sustainable, premium grade milk production which is the
source of premium-quality dairy and nutritional products which are consumed across the globe.
Our Farm and Home Store retail network has been providing a range of essential farm inputs and associated farm requisites to our farming community for over 40 years. Our new online shopping experience www.farmandhomestore.ie is a fantastic opportunity for all our customers to browse and purchase products outside of normal business hours, providing greater flexibility to accommodate busy working days and new ways of shopping.
MCDONNELL BROS.
McDonnell Bros. are an Agri Trading Company dealing in animal feed, grain, fertiliser, Agri hardware and all agricultural inputs.
During the past four decades the family-owned company has evolved into becoming one of the largest independent Agri business companies in Munster. Having opened new branches, the portfolio of the business has expanded into many divisions, to cover all aspects of agriculture. The company is a pivotal and commanding forces in interacting with the farming community.
Our newest venture is the acquisition of Rhyno Mills Castleisland, this investment has given us the capability to grow and supply new and existing customers with the premium quality feed we have always manufactured.
ORNUA
“Ornua is a dairy co-operative which markets and sells dairy products on behalf of its members; Ireland’s dairy processors and, in turn, Irish dairy farmers. Ornua is Ireland’s largest exporter of Irish dairy products, exporting to 110 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Dublin, it has annualised sales of over €2.5 billion and a global team of 2,900 employees and has sales and marketing teams working in-market across all four corners of the globe.
Ornua Foods is responsible for the marketing and sales of Ornua’s consumer brands including Kerrygold, Kerrygold Dubliner, Pilgrims Choice, Forto and BEO milk powders. In 2019, Kerrygold became the first Irish food brand to exceed €1 billion annual retail value.
Ornua Ingredients is responsible for the procurement of Irish and non-Irish dairy products, for the sale of dairy ingredients to food manufacturing and foodservice customers across the world, and for managing volatility through de-risking and trading strategies.
SOUTHERN MILLING
Southern Milling is the largest milling company in the south of Ireland.
A specialist milling company which produces high performance compound Dairy, Beef, Pig and Poultry feeds at its manufacturing plant in Cork.
Experienced nutritionists formulate these products and bear in mind the significance of performance, quality and cost to the end user.
Located in the heart of rich farmland, Southern Milling’s animal feed plant in Cork manufactures and distributes a full range of top quality livestock feeds to service the dairy, beef, pig and poultry producing farms in its region.
Southern Milling has invested heavily in the most up to date feed milling equipment with the latest
technology and systems and as a result has one of the most modern feed milling facilities in the
country.
THE FARM STORE
IFA
IFA is Ireland’s largest farming representative organisation. We have protected and defended the interests of Irish farmers in all sectors for more than 65 years.
We represent Irish farmers at home and in Europe, lobbying and campaigning for improved conditions and incomes for farm families.
We also provide representation, support and advice to members on an individual basis.
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FA is a democratic association, organised in branches, County Executive and National Committees. Through our democratic structure, each member can have their say.
HOWARD FARMS
COWS.IE
Cows.ie – David Clarke Livestock – We are an Irish based company with over 30 years experience specialising in providing a full solution for the supply of high quality dairy livestock to customers in Ireland, across Europe and many other countries.
We offer a full advice and selection service to our customers and pride ourselves in providing a seamless solution for the importation and exportation of high quality livestock.
NATIONAL DAIRY COUNCIL
The NDC is a farmer-funded representative body that works to promote and protect Ireland’s internationally-renowned dairy reputation for excellent products, sustainably produced. We believe in a future in which Irish dairy is recognised and trusted as a vital part of people’s diet, indispensable to Ireland’s social and economic wellbeing. All of our actions are built on a comprehensive understanding of dairy’s role across the life-stages, supporting and using research to answer important questions about dairy products, how they are produced and their role as part of a balanced diet. The NDC plays a vital role in shaping Irish public opinion on dairy production & products.
Media Partners
AGRILAND
Agriland is Ireland’s largest agricultural news publisher. Founded in 2012 they were the first daily farming news publication and the first digital only news publisher. Today Agriland is the go to source for all the latest farming news, technical information and information required to run a successful farming business in Ireland.
With in excess of 60,000 readers daily, 300,000 weekly or 700,000 monthly Agriland has built the largest ever active audience in the agricultural sector in Ireland. The Agriland news app remains the most downloaded farming app in the country.
Their highly skilled and experienced team of news and technical journalists keep
their readers updated with all the latest news and information from Ireland, Europe
and beyond.
With a highly engaged audience and an innovative approach to news and content
delivery and creation across editorial, video and