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
ICSA DEMANDS CLARITY FROM POLITICAL LEADERS ON MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL MANOEUVRING
ICSA president Sean McNamara has expressed deep concern over reports that the Mercosur Trade Deal could be split into two parts to speed up its approval through the European Union, bypassing national parliaments. “This splitting of the deal is being orchestrated at...
ICSA CRITICISES ICBF FOR EXCLUDING FARMER-RECORDED WEIGHT DATA IN GENETIC EVALUATIONS
ICSA Suckler chair Jimmy Cosgrave has strongly criticised the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) for excluding calf weight data collected by farmers under the Suckler Carbon Efficiency Programme (SCEP) from their genetic evaluations. “Farmers diligently weigh...
Livestock Prices
Cattle and Sheep Prices 12 November 2024
Steers €5.25-€5.30+/kg- Heifers €5.30-€5.35+/kg
- Bulls (+16 mts) €5.40-€5.45/kg (U); €5.30-€5.35+/kg (R)
- Bulls (-16 mts) €5.20-€5.30/kg (U & R)
- Cows €5.00-€5.05+/kg (U); €4.70-€4.90/kg (R)
Sheep Prices
Spring Lamb €7.90-€8.00/kg up to 23kgs- Ewes €4.00-€4.20/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
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Latest Press Releases
ICSA CRITICISES ICBF FOR EXCLUDING FARMER-RECORDED WEIGHT DATA IN GENETIC EVALUATIONS
ICSA Suckler chair Jimmy Cosgrave has strongly criticised the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) for excluding calf weight data collected by farmers under the Suckler Carbon Efficiency Programme (SCEP) from their genetic evaluations. “Farmers diligently weigh...
OPPOSITION TO MERCOSUR DEAL WILL NOT WAVER – ICSA
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said the Mercosur trade deal would devastate Irish farming and rural communities and must be stopped. “This deal would be nothing short of a betrayal of Irish farmers, forcing them to compete with cheap, lower-standard imports that...
ICSA TO MOUNT RALLY TO OPPOSE MERCOSUR DEAL
ICSA will stage a rally next Tuesday to protest the impending Mercosur Trade Deal and highlight the severe threat it poses to Irish agriculture and rural communities. ICSA president Sean McNamara said he is calling on all farmers, agribusinesses, and rural communities...
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
