KWS at Grass 2026: Welding Equipment That Keeps the Farm Running When It Matters Most
Silage season doesn't negotiate. When a loader bracket cracks at 6am or a baler frame gives out mid-field, the margin for error is zero. That is why Kilkenny Welding Supplies is exhibiting at Grass 2026 — Ireland's must-attend silage and grassland demonstration event, taking place on Wednesday 29 April 2026 at Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny, organised by the Irish Farmers Journal and supported by FBD Insurance.
We will be in the trade village with a full display of the welding machines, plasma cutters, MMA rods, MIG wire, and PPE that Irish farmers and contractors have relied on since 1975. If it runs on a farm, we can help you weld it, cut it, or keep it together. Plus "a good giveaway" on the day.
What Is Grass 2026?
Grass 2026 is a new event purpose-built for the Irish silage and grassland sector. Hosted by the Irish Farmers Journal, it is the first live working silage demonstration event of this decade — bringing together machinery demonstrations, live commentary, and a trade village of close to 70 confirmed exhibitors.
On the day, visitors will see the full silage-making process run live across 40 acres: mowing, tedding, raking, baling, forage wagons, and forage harvesters from leading Irish and international brands. Independent commentary from the Irish Farmers Journal machinery editorial team runs throughout.
Event details:
- Date: Wednesday 29 April 2026
- Location: Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny
- Organised by: Irish Farmers Journal, supported by FBD Insurance
- Tickets: 25 euro per ticket available at grass2026.ie
Why Kilkenny Welding Supplies Is at Grass 2026
Grass 2026 is happening on our doorstep — literally. Our Kilkenny branch is based in Cuffesgrange, the same townland as the event. For us, this isn't a distant trade show. It's our community, our customers, and our territory.
More importantly, the Grass 2026 audience is exactly who we serve: agri contractors, tillage farmers, dairy contractors, and machinery owners who need reliable welding and cutting equipment before, during, and after silage season.
"It's the middle of silage and my loader bracket cracks. The nearest welding shop can't look at it for two weeks. I ordered a Fronius Ignis 180 and Hilco rods from kws.ie that morning. It was on my doorstep the next day. I welded it myself, had the loader back by lunchtime, and didn't lose a day." — Tillage Farmer, Co. Kilkenny
That story is not exceptional. It's routine. And it's what drives our next-day delivery guarantee, our free shipping on orders over €75 + VAT, and our click-and-collect from Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
What You'll Find at the KWS Stand
Come to the KWS trade stand for a hands-on look at equipment from the brands that Irish professionals trust. Our team will be on-site to talk spec, application, and suitability — no sales jargon, just straight answers.
MIG Welders
Arc / MMA Welders
Plasma Cutters