by Neassa | Jul 4, 2024 | Latest News, Press Releases
ICSA president Sean McNamara has called for the introduction of a Fodder Production Incentive Measure to offset likely fodder shortages over the winter. “Grass growth is well down on where we need it to be. As a result, cattle are being fed from the first cuts of...
by Neassa | Apr 4, 2024 | Latest News, Press Releases
ICSA president Sean McNamara has welcomed the decision by the Minister for Agriculture, Charlie McConalogue, to suspend non-essential farm inspections until April 22. “This move, at least, signals an acknowledgment from the Department of Agriculture regarding the...
by Kevin | May 21, 2013 | Press Releases
21st May, 2013The Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association has welcomed a move by ferry company Stena Line to offer preferential rates on Stena’s Irish Sea crossings to hauliers who are importing fodder through a special ICSA scheme. The preferential rates came...
by Kevin | May 4, 2013 | Press Releases
4th May, 2013Farmers in Leitrim have benefited from a much-needed delivery of fodder organised by the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association (ICSA). The consignment of hay and straw bales was assembled at the farm of ICSA National Executive member Denis Nolan in...
by Kevin | May 3, 2013 | Press Releases
3rd May, 2013The Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association has paid tribute to the Carlow farmers who have come together to support fellow farmers struggling as a result of the chronic lack of grass growth and shortage of fodder. Last Friday, (03 May 2013) a...