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
MERCOSUR ‘SAFEGUARDS’ A SMOKESCREEN THAT WILL DO NOTHING TO PROTECT FARMERS
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said the European Commission’s so-called safeguards on the Mercosur trade deal are nothing more than a smokescreen that will do nothing to protect EU farmers. “The Commission is talking about safeguards that would only kick in after a...
DAWN MEATS’ NEW ZEALAND DEAL BAD NEWS FOR IRISH SHEEP FARMERS
ICSA Sheep chair Willie Shaw has said the confirmation that Dawn Meats has secured a 65% controlling stake in New Zealand’s largest meat processor, Alliance Group, is bad news for Irish sheep farmers. “This deal confirms everything we were worried about when we first...
Livestock Prices
Cattle and Sheep Prices 21 October 2025
Steers €7.40-€7.50/kg- Heifers €7.50-€7.60/kg
Bulls (+16 mts) €7.70-€7.80(U); €7.50-€7.60/kg(R)- Bulls (-16 mts) €7.30-€7.40/kg (U&R)
- Cows €7.70(U); €7.30-€7.40/kg(R); €7.10-€7.20/kg(O)
Sheep Prices
- Spring Lamb €7.50/kg up to 22kgs
- Ewes €4.30/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.
ICSA On Twitter
United against #Mercosur @ICSAIreland protest with @IFAmedia @icmsa @JoinINHFA - NO to Mercosur YES to the Future of Irish Farming
Latest Press Releases
DAWN MEATS’ NEW ZEALAND DEAL BAD NEWS FOR IRISH SHEEP FARMERS
ICSA Sheep chair Willie Shaw has said the confirmation that Dawn Meats has secured a 65% controlling stake in New Zealand’s largest meat processor, Alliance Group, is bad news for Irish sheep farmers. “This deal confirms everything we were worried about when we first...
AGROFORESTRY & ORGANIC FARM WALK
Co Meath, Thursday 23 October at 10.30am Join us for another Agroforestry and Organic Farm Walk, this time taking place on the farm of Paddy Sheehy, Corballis, Lobinstown, Navan, Co Meath – Eircode C15 N288 Discover how agroforestry integrates trees into farming...
BUDGET 2026 FALLS SHORT ON FARM INCOMES – ICSA
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said that while Budget 2026 contains some positives, it does not go far enough to deal with the real pressures facing beef, sheep, suckler, and tillage farmers. “Farmers are still grappling with soaring costs and tightening margins,...
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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Not A Member Of ICSA Yet? Join Us Now!
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
