ABOUT RED MILLS GROUP

Experts in agri feeds

Pioneering animal nutrition from the heart of Ireland

We place the animal at the centre of everything we do. Connolly’s RED MILLS is a pioneer in manufacturing advanced, scientifically formulated cattle feeds and supplements to enhance animal well-being, performance and yields where it counts. Our unwavering commitment to quality is matched with like-minded farmers who share our vision for the best nutrition.

Our expert agronomists work closely with tillage farmers, assessing soil fertility, selecting best-suited seeds, and reviewing the impact of weather and environmental factors throughout the seasons. They offer tailored, science-based advice on how best to nurture their farmlands in a sustainable manner for the best harvest yield, pasture growth, and yield for silage.

Five generations of Connollys have continued to expand and innovate the Connolly’s RED MILLS brand since Michael Connolly first purchased the famous mill in Goresbridge, County Kilkenny. We are proud of our rural roots in the heart of Ireland, with our long-standing network of local farmers supplying our factories with premium-quality raw materials used to produce our animal feeds and supplements today.

Our vision

At Connolly’s RED MILLS, we strive to pioneer sustainable manufacturing and farming practices, leveraging our raw material sourcing, product offerings, and collaborative efforts with farmers. Our sustainability initiatives aim to exceed legal and regulatory requirements. We are committed to advancing science and investing in technology as part of our vision for a better, greener world.. This includes implementing environmentally conscious initiatives at our manufacturing sites and partnering with the farming community and regulatory authorities to enhance our practices.

We aim to lead in sustainable manufacturing while guiding farmers towards more eco-friendly practices. Through collaboration, our experts can advise on soil health, farmland sustainability, and optimising farm animal feeding practices and choices. These efforts aim to achieve outstanding economic, social, and environmental outcomes for our farmers.

Ultimately, our objective is to continually develop and provide eco-friendly product solutions with the environment in mind. Crafted with precision in our factories each year, we support a sustainable and prosperous future for all.

Our mission

Connolly’s RED MILLS is passionate about producing the best quality nutrition for farm animals, promoting their health and productivity with our premium-quality formulated products that are sustainably produced and packaged. We are dedicated to offering industry-leading advice backed by science to farmers, aiding in cultivating fertile farmlands and producing the finest quality livestock in Ireland.

Our commitment to innovation and quality guides our new developments in animal nutrition and performance as we support sustainable and profitable farming. Our passion for producing premium animal feeds while advising farmers with best-in-class expertise enables success from farmland to animal nutrition, as we stay updated with the latest sustainability and industry-related best practices.

Ultimately, our mission is to preserve our rural roots in the heart of Ireland as we continue to provide the finest quality animal feeds, supplements and expertise to growers in Ireland, placing the animal at the centre and farming together towards success.

Our values

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Unwavering commitment to quality

Since 1908, we have been committed to using nothing but premium raw ingredients to produce quality animal feeds. Our unwavering commitment to scientifically advanced formulations through times of economic and regulatory challlenges has never faltered in our commitment to produce the highest quality nutritonallly advanced animal feeds.

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Innovative adaptation

For over a century, we have strived to develop advanced formulations for the performance and well-being of animals By combining our deep-rooted knowledge with the latest science, we manufacture products that meet the evolving demands of today’s farmers while upholding our commitment to nutritional excellence.

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Caring for our world

We prioritise sustainability and environmental responsibility in every aspect of our operations. We are also deeply passionate about working together with our farming community for a better and greener world.

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Unparrelled service, from seed to animal

Our collaboration with farmers commences from the farmland when seeds are first sown, and extends to striving for the highest well-being and performance of farm animals. Our journey encompasses various routes, from tillage, harvest and raw materials supply to our state-of-the-art factory, as well as the best feeding programmes and feeds for your farm animals, all of which are integral parts of our compehensive service offering.

Our story

Our humble journey has led us to become innovators in animal nutrition

Since Michael Connolly purchased the mill in 1908 in Goresbridge, County Kilkenny, Connolly’s RED MILLS has stayed true to its rural heritage. Today, we manufacture farm animal feeds, horse feeds, pet feeds, camel feeds, and supplements for these animals. Generations of Connollys have steered the brand towards what it is revered for today, with unmatched quality, science-based formulations, and customer service being the cornerstones of the business.

Over the decades, Connolly’s RED MILLS has faced numerous economic challenges. With humble roots in rural Ireland, our unwavering dedication for animal nutrition excellence—together with innovative leaders in the field—have accelerated our business forward. By sourcing our own quality raw materials and embracing science and technology as we adapt to the challenges of our time, we have produced the most premium feeds as we continue to place the animal at the centre of everything we do.

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Our science, your farming success

Farming together for a sustainable future

Sustainable farming practices

At Connolly’s RED MILLS, we support the entire sustainable lifecycle, working with local farmers and industry leaders to enable a more sustainable future. Farmers across Ireland rely on us to stay abreast of the latest best practices in sustainability, as well as methods that support their sustainability farming.

Our sustainability practices extend to our factories, which are integral to our operations. From sourcing raw materials from these eco-conscious farmers to increasing renewable energy usage across our manufacturing and using biodegradable packaging, sustainable practices are at the core of our daily operations.

We’re committed to ensuring stringent industry-regulated compliance and reducing CO2 emissions for an optimal carbon footprint, gravitating towards a greener future for all.

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Connolly’s RED MILLS horse feeds are scientifically formulated using our advanced precision nutrition approach. We marry the finest quality ingredients, advanced cooking processes and expert innovation to create our tried, tested and trusted, globally renowed horse feeds for equine well-being and performance.

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Naturally wholesome pet feed

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Customer stories

Farming success stories from our customers

Hear from our loyal customers who share their stories on how Connolly’s RED MILLS feeds support their farming success.