IRISH equine science company Plusvital announced a new partnership with event rider Melanie Young as a brand ambassador. Young who is a former Irish international pony, junior and young rider medallist will act as an official brand ambassador for the company’s range of scientifically-based supplements.

Plusvital’s supplements have been used by successful riders and trainers in equine sports across the world since 1975. Following their launch of the world’s first nutrigenomic supplement for horses, EnerGene-Q10, late last year, the brand has continued to focus on improving equine performance through science.

Plusvital sales director Ciara Watt said: “Following our recent sponsorship in the eventing sector at International events at the Kilguilkey House and Camphire Internationals, we’re delighted to develop a partnership with such a talented young Irish rider as Melanie Young. We’ve had great feedback from the wider eventing community on our scientifically-based supplement range, so we’re thrilled to support Melanie and her horses in achieving their optimum performance.’’

Kildare-based Melanie Young added: “I’m delighted to develop this new partnership with Plusvital and love their EnerGene-Q10 in particular. I’ve been using it since April of this year and I’ve really notice the difference in my horse, Sorbet, on the cross-country phases and in his recovery after events.”

Melanie Young started the year in fine form with CNC*2 wins in Tyrella and Lisgarvan House, while recently stepping her nine-year-old grey gelding, Sorbet, up to CIC*3 level at Camphire International Horse Trials.