Red Mills Documentary Chapter 1: From Bread Bakers to Brand Makers

What does it take to build a global equine brand from a small village in rural Ireland?

In Chapter 1 of this three-part documentary series, Nicole Brown sits down with CEO Gareth Connolly at the heart of Connolly's Red Mills in Goresbridge, County Kilkenny. From a bakery in 1908 to a world leader in equine nutrition, this is the story of how a family business evolved through innovation, adversity and a relentless focus on performance.

Gareth traces the journey from canal trade routes and grain monopolies to the chance conversation with Paddy Mullins that changed Irish racing history. There are sliding doors moments along the way. Two world wars. Foot and mouth. A devastating fire. Covid lockdowns. And through it all, each generation stepping up as caretakers rather than owners.

At its core, the philosophy remains simple. Put the animal first. Never compromise. And make sure what's on the bag is in the bag.

This is where the Red Mills story begins.

Highlights

The 1908 origins of Connolly's Red Mills
How a bakery became a national feed manufacturer
The Paddy Mullins moment that shaped Irish racing
Innovation through adversity, from war to Covid
Why every product is still manufactured in County Kilkenny
The meaning behind "no compromise" nutrition

Guest

Gareth Connolly – CEO of Connolly's Red Mills and fifth-generation member of the Connolly family.

Connolly's Red Mills are offering 15% off Foran Equine products to Eventing Podcast listeners! Use the code EquiRatingsPodcast15 to receive your discount. View the full collection here.

Note this does not apply to the already discounted Pre-Fuel & Refuel combo packs.

If you have any other questions regarding feeding click here to ask the Connolly's RED MILLS experts.

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