Nutriscience sponsors Ballindenisk
NUTRISCIENCE Equine will support the Spring International at Ballindenisk for the fifth consecutive year. Their title sponsorship of the CCI3*-L and CCI4*-L classes at the event, which takes place from April 23rd to 26th, demonstrates the brands long-standing commitment to Irish eventing.
Faith Morris, marketing manager with Nutriscience Equine, commented: “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the Ballindenisk Spring International for the fifth consecutive year. Supporting the high profile CCI3*-L and CCI4*-L classes is a perfect way for our brand to champion Irish eventing and contribute to the growth of this incredible sport. We look forward to an exciting weekend of competition at the prestigious Co Cork venue.”
Desi Graham RIP
STALWART supporter of Eventing Ireland’s Northern Region and its predecessor, the Irish Horse Trials Society, Desi Graham died last week.
A familiar face at Northern Region events, Desi was the organiser of the roads and tracks phase at the Necarne International, and he also fence judged at Tattersalls International for the duration of its existence. This year was the first in the 23-year history of the Tyrella two-phase competition that Desi was unable to fulfil his role as cross-country starter, due to declining health.
Dora Beacom of Eventing Ireland’s Northern Region said: “Desi was a true gentleman with a heart of gold, and was always ready and willing to help anyone in need. He was fastidious in everything he did and his passing leaves a void in the Northern Region team.
“However, we are blessed with a legacy of happy memories. We send our sincere condolences to his wife, Eunice, his sister-in-law Betty and their entire family circle.”
Treo Eile diary dates
TREO Eile has announced that it will host a free webinar on the subject of equine gastric ulcers on March 25th. Entitled ‘Not just a thoroughbred problem: The real causes of equine gastric ulcers and why they matter for every horse’, the webinar will look at equine anatomy and the causes of different types of ulcers, how hindgut health, diet and management affect gastric function and how behavioural and welfare factors influence a horse’s appetite.
The following day, Treo Eile will host a ‘From track to three-phase eventing Eventing Masterclass’ at Goresbridge, where international event riders Sam Watson and Nicky Roncoroni will join MC Joanne Quirke to offer their insight and advice on how to offer ex-racehorses a second career in sport.
The day will include a tour of Connolly’s Red Mills and a panel discussion with riders and experts on equine nutrition from Connolly’s and Foran Equine. More information about both initiatives can be found on the Treo Eile website.
Balmoral entry reminder
THE Royal Ulster Agricultural Society reminds all equine exhibitors that entries for Balmoral Show (May 13th to 16th) close on Wednesday, March 25th. The 2026 event boasts a revamped international show jumping schedule, which will offer athletes and spectators a more diverse and exciting range of classes.
An international class will take place each day from Wednesday to Friday, the first of which will be a new Winning Round Classic competition, a format which is gaining increasing popularity worldwide.
On the Friday, a new International Speed Challenge class will take place before the show culminates with the Grand Prix.