by Neassa | Apr 15, 2025 | Latest News, Press Releases
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...
by Neassa | Apr 15, 2025 | Latest News, Press Releases
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...
by Neassa | Apr 10, 2025 | Latest News, Press Releases
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...
by Neassa | Apr 8, 2025 | Latest News, Press Releases
ICSA Beef chair John Cleary has said it is shocking and deeply concerning that Ireland was not represented at a key meeting last week of ten EU countries who have voiced serious reservations about the Mercosur Trade Deal. “This was a critical opportunity to stand with...
by Neassa | Apr 3, 2025 | Latest News, Press Releases
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said the imposition of 20% tariffs on EU food exports to the US is yet another blow to Irish agriculture, warning that it will have serious consequences for Irish farmers. “While much of the initial focus has been on our dairy and...
by Neassa | Apr 3, 2025 | Latest News, Press Releases
ICSA Beef chair John Cleary has said that while the inclusion of beef farmers in the new National Dairy Beef Weighing Scheme (NDBWS) is a step in the right direction, it does not go far enough in providing meaningful support for beef finishers. “While the €20 per calf...
