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ICSA Ireland, an association of real farmers tackling the real issues.
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Our Latest News
MURRIN MUST ANSWER TO OIREACHTAS AS CONFIDENCE IN BORD BIA COLLAPSES
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said Larry Murrin must accept the invitation to appear before the Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture and explain how his role as chair of Bord Bia can be compatible with his company importing Brazilian beef. “This issue has now gone...
ANGER AMONG FARMERS AT MINISTER’S DECISION TO BACK BORD BIA CHAIR
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said Minister Heydon has made a serious mistake by giving his full backing to Bord Bia chair Larry Murrin and dismissing legitimate farmer concerns as ‘emotion’. “Farmers are not confused or emotional. They are asking a very simple and...
Livestock Prices
Cattle and Sheep Prices 27 January 2026
Steers €7.00-€7.20/kg- Heifers €7.10-€7.30/kg
- Bulls (+16 mts) €7.50/kg(U); €7.20/kg(R)
- Bulls (-16 mts) €7.00-€7.10/kg (U&R)
- Cows €7.00- €7.10/kg(U); €6.80/kg(R); €6.60-€6.70/kg(O)
- Hoggets €7.50/kg up to 23kgs
- Ewes €4.50/kg
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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
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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
OIREACHTAS HEARING REINFORCES DOUBLE STANDARDS AT HEART OF BORD BIA https://icsaireland.ie/oireachtas-hearing-reinforces-double-standards-at-heart-of-bord-bia/
Latest Press Releases
ANGER AMONG FARMERS AT MINISTER’S DECISION TO BACK BORD BIA CHAIR
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said Minister Heydon has made a serious mistake by giving his full backing to Bord Bia chair Larry Murrin and dismissing legitimate farmer concerns as ‘emotion’. “Farmers are not confused or emotional. They are asking a very simple and...
MINISTER HEYDON MUST ACT AS BORD BIA BOARD FAILS TO REMOVE CHAIR
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said it is now indefensible for Larry Murrin to remain as Chairman of Bord Bia after the board met today, discussed the conflict of interest surrounding his position, and still failed to act. “Let’s be clear. The issue was raised, it...
FARMER PRESSURE PAYS OFF AS MERCOSUR DEAL REFERRED TO EUROPEAN COURT OF JUSTICE
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said today’s vote by the European Parliament to refer the Mercosur trade deal to the European Court of Justice is a major victory for farmers, democracy and common sense. Speaking from Strasbourg where he is protesting the deal...
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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