The True Voice of Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers
ICSA Ireland, an association of real farmers tackling the real issues.

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Our Latest News
BEEF GRID RETURN IS CYNICAL PRICE MANIPULATION – ICSA
ICSA Beef chair John Cleary has said that the reintroduction of grid-based beef pricing by processors is a clear attempt to manipulate prices under the cover of a short working week. “Between this week, next week, and the May Bank Holiday, they are clearly trying to...
FARMERS MUST NOT LOSE OUT IN TB REVIEW – ICSA
ICSA Animal Health & Welfare chair John Barron has said that an increase in all compensation rates under the TB Eradication Programme must form part of any revised TB strategy. “Following the most recent TB Forum, where all stakeholders - including ICSA - put...
Livestock Prices
Cattle and Sheep Prices 8 April 2025
Steers €7.70-€7.80/kg
Heifers €7.80-€8.00/kg
Bulls (+16 mts) €7.60-€7.80/kg (U); €7.40-€7.50/kg (R)
Bulls (-16 mts) €7.40-€7.50/kg (U&R)
Cows €7.40-€7.50/kg (U); €7.20-€7.25/kg (R); €7.00-€7.10/kg (O)
Sheep Prices
Spring Lamb €9.80-€10.00/kg up to 21kgs
Hoggets €9.40-€9.50/kg up to 23kgs
Ewes €5.50-€6.00/kg
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ICSA Ireland
The Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association is an Association of Farmers for Farmers, and for more than 25 years we have defended the interests low-income suckler, sheep, beef and tillage farmers. ICSA does not take levies.
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Our Vision and Mission – ICSA
Striving for equality for all farmers
Freedom from bureaucracy
Opportunity to farm
Exclusively represents the voice of drystock farmers
Identify and respond to the key issues concerning the beef and lamb sectors
To represent the views of Ireland’s rural communities
The Benefits Of Being An ICSA Member
10% or €100 off the cost of AXA Farm Insurance for members of ICSA
2.5 Cent off Pump Prices at Participating Fuel Stations
€20 Off IAS Laboratories Soil/Silage/Water Testing
PV Energy Ireland has offered our members an exciting exclusive membership benefits offer.
10% Off Farm Equipment Marking Systems
ICSA Sectors
- Beef – We represent the interests of beef and suckler farmers with a focus on full transparency in the food chain.
- Sheep – We represent the interests of Irish sheep farmers in the strongest possible way at home and abroad.
- Suckler – ICSA believes suckler farmers need to be supported as much as possible to maintain the strength of the sector.
- Rural Development – ICSA is committed to furthering the cause of rural development in Ireland, and giving strong voice to the issues that affect rural dwellers across the country.
Latest Press Releases
BEEF GRID RETURN IS CYNICAL PRICE MANIPULATION – ICSA
ICSA Beef chair John Cleary has said that the reintroduction of grid-based beef pricing by processors is a clear attempt to manipulate prices under the cover of a short working week. “Between this week, next week, and the May Bank Holiday, they are clearly trying to...
FARMERS MUST NOT LOSE OUT IN TB REVIEW – ICSA
ICSA Animal Health & Welfare chair John Barron has said that an increase in all compensation rates under the TB Eradication Programme must form part of any revised TB strategy. “Following the most recent TB Forum, where all stakeholders - including ICSA - put...
NEW RESEARCH REINFORCES ICSA CALL FOR REINSTATEMENT OF DRIBBLE BAR GRANT
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said the latest Teagasc research confirming no difference in ammonia emissions between dribble bars and trailing shoes underlines the urgent need to reinstate grant aid for dribble bar equipment under TAMS. “This research completely...
AXA Discounts – Hear From One Of Our Members
Watch: See how much suckler farmer – and proud member of ICSA – Mick McKeon saved on the cost his farm insurance with ICSA and AXA Farm Insurance.
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Be a member here at ICSA and enjoy these various discounts offered by our partners:
10% or €100 off the cost of AXA Farm Insurance for members of ICSA
2.5 Cent off Pump Prices at Participating Fuel Stations
10% Off Farm Equipment Marking Systems
€20 Off IAS Laboratories Soil/Silage/Water Testing




