by Neassa | Jan 21, 2026 | Latest News, Press Releases
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...
by Neassa | Jan 21, 2026 | Latest News, Press Releases
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said it is untenable for Larry Murrin to serve as Chair of Bord Bia while also acting as CEO of Dawn Farms, a company that sources Brazilian beef. “This is a blatant conflict of interest. Bord Bia is responsible for promoting and...
by Neassa | Jan 9, 2026 | Latest News, Press Releases
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said today’s decision by the European Council to vote in favour of the Mercosur trade agreement amounts to a green light for the importation of food products that the EU cannot fully stand over and can never guarantee are 100% safe for...
by Neassa | Dec 9, 2025 | Latest News, Press Releases
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said that the confirmation of Ireland’s nitrates derogation for a further three years is a welcome reminder of what can be achieved when everyone works together with a clear, united purpose. “Today’s announcement is proof that when the...
by Neassa | Dec 2, 2025 | Latest News, Press Releases
ICSA president Sean McNamara has said he is appalled but not surprised that Brazilian beef coming into the EU has tested positive for banned hormones and that a recall has been issued. “The EU has spent years and billions telling people to eat healthy food and...
