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Speaking in advance of tomorrow’s EU Farm Council meeting, ICMSA President, Pat McCormack, said that he hoped and expected that the overwhelmingly negative and disappointed reaction to the EU’s derisory support of its farming sector thus far – a reaction that Mr. McCormack said was fully justified –  had concentrated…

Here are some practical steps, supports and guidance to help your farm business currently. Talk to your bank All the banks have announced that they will offer flexibility to their customers, and they may be able to provide payment holidays or emergency working capital facilities. A summary of the main responses…

In the context of the ongoing Covid crisis, ICMSA welcomes the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s decision to extend the requirement of a TB test for calves from 42 days to 120 days.   This decision means that calves can be sold off the farm for up to four…

As the present Covid crisis goes into its third week, Denis Drennan, Chairperson of ICMSA’s Farm & Rural Affairs Committee, cautioned against any degree of complacency and familiarity creeping in to our day-to-day routine and reminded farmers of the vital importance that all practice social distancing and the safety guidelines…

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a complete redefinition of the EU beef market in a matter of weeks and represents a market shock of a magnitude that requires immediate response by the EU Commisson according to Des Morrison, Chairperson of ICMSA’s Livestock Committee. Mr. Morrison said that while the…

The announcement yesterday that livestock marts will close from today as a result of Covid-19 means that farmers who traditionally sell or buy cattle at this time of year will have to consider alternative options and it is vital that livestock marts play their part in providing a viable option…

The President of ICMSA said the decision by McDonald’s to close their chain of restaurants was not entirely unexpected and as the full extent of the total cessation of wider economic activity in Europe becomes evident, the EU Commission will be in a better place to judge where their support…

  In light of the unprecedented challenges facing the country posed by Covid-19 and associated issues, the President of ICMSA has added his voice to those calling on all residents to heed the advice of the relevant state agencies and take the precautions deemed necessary at all times.  Pat McCormack said…