EID Tags becoming mandatory in 2025
In September 2022, the Australian Government mandated that all newborn lambs and kids must be tagged with electronic identification tags (EIDs) from January 1st, 2025. This system will mean a change from a mob-based traceability system to one where individual sheep and goats will be traced using electronic identification tags (eID), similar to what occurs for cattle.
Why?
The frequency of biosecurity incursions and the associated economic, community and environmental risks and impacts are increasing. A more accurate and timely traceability system is required to reduce the impact on our livestock industries from an emergency animal disease or food safety event and protect market access and our “clean green” reputation.
The Queensland Rebate Scheme
With the QLD Sheep and Goat eID Producer Rebate Scheme, you could get up to 50% of the cost of eligible electronic identification (eID) items including EID Readers, Panel Antennas and EID Compatible Scale Readers to a maximum amount of $1600.
Key Dates:
Applications open: 29th July 2024
Applications closed: 30th June 2025
4 Benefits of Sheep EID Tags
- Individual animal management:
We all know that animal production varies a lot within a flock. Being able to view and manage the performance of your flock at an individual level opens many opportunities to increase your farm's efficiency and profitability.
- Better decisions:
Recoding animals at an individual level allows you to make better breeding and slaughter stock selections.
- Save time and labour:
Recording data manually takes a lot of time. With an EID system, you quickly scan a tag, find a sheep in the database and record information.
- More Accurate Information
EID tags eliminate mistakes and ensure all the information you collect is as accurate as possible.
The Te Pari EID Solution
A Te Pari Racewell is not just a piece of equipment - it's a complete sheep handling solution. We take pride in our ability to create a seamless experience for our customers and making the adoption of EID tags easier.
Racewell DR3 Auto Drafter
The Racewell DR3 Auto Drafter is a highly efficient, dedicated weighing and 3-way drafting sheep system.
Racewell Auto Drafter can come with an EID antenna and Scale System.
Racewell HD3 Auto Handler
The Racewell HD3 is an auto drafting sheep/goat handler that will weigh and sort three ways, making it an ideal all round unit for the small to medium sheep producer. Available with a rear access flap that makes crutching easy!
The Racewell HD3 Sheep Handler can come with an EID antenna and Scale System.
EID Stick Readers and Scale Systems
Te Pari’s range of EID equipment is rugged, innovative and guaranteed to last, saving time and money and increasing the farmer’s ability to manage the animals.
Tru-test SRS2i EID Stick Reader
Permanent EID Reader - Complete System
Tru-test XRP2 EID System for Sheep
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