The Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers' Association (ICSA) is encouraging farmers to utilize the free veterinary advice available through the 2026 Biosecurity Targeted Advisory Service for Animal Health (TASAH) scheme. This initiative offers farm visits and consultations on parasite control, TB biosecurity, and disease prevention.
This initiative provides farmers with crucial, no-cost veterinary support to enhance biosecurity and animal health, potentially reducing disease risks and improving farm efficiency.
The Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers' Association (ICSA) is actively encouraging farmers to take advantage of the free veterinary advice offered through the 2026 Biosecurity Targeted Advisory Service for Animal Health (TASAH) scheme. This program, recently launched by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon, is designed to assist farmers in evaluating and implementing biosecurity measures on their farms. John Barron, ICSA Animal Health and Welfare chair, emphasized that the scheme provides access to veterinary advice at no cost, covering essential areas such as parasite control, tuberculosis (TB) biosecurity, and general disease prevention. He highlighted its relevance for all livestock farmers, including beef, suckler, and sheep farmers, noting that the consultations can improve animal performance, reduce unnecessary treatments, and inform decisions on vaccination programs and herd health. Barron also pointed out that an independent veterinary assessment can identify issues that farmers might overlook, reinforcing the importance of good biosecurity for disease prevention. Additionally, the ICSA reminded farmers that the deadline for applications for the On-Farm Badger Biosecurity Scheme is June 7.
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