1. 840 tag issues & opportunities
Chris Richards
Extension Beef Cattle Specialist

3. Tracking
Who ever orders the tags will supply THERE Premise Identification Number (PIN)
For vets, the swine test chart (Brucellosis/Pseudorabies) submitted to ODAFF will transfer the tag premise to the clients PIN
Other form available for just PIN change

4.
Often PIN are issued within 1 working hour

5. Ordering tags
Individuals can order tags from distributers or directly from tag manufactures
Tag delivery should be easily available in 7-10 days in most cases.
K&K Vet Supply, MWI or Animal Health International or on
Minimum quantities are determined by the order source.

6. Individual Identification
National Premises Repository
Tag Vendor
Producer
Message: Simplified process for premises operator to access individual animal ID tags.
First click: Operator contacts US Animal Identification Number Manager (USAIN Manager) and provides Premises Number.
Second click: USAIN Manager confirms Premises Number with National Premises Repository.
Third click: Tags are distributed to premises operator and tag series is recorded as being attached to the premises number.
A23L449

7. Tags With or without number printed on back of the tag
Proper applicator is critical to maintain function

8. RFID - Current Passive system (implant, tag, bolus) No battery
Tag activated by Reader
Light
Least expensive
Virtual unlimited operational life
Read range ~ 1-2 ft
Full duplex
Half duplex
Ability of reader to time, date, and GPS or tower location stamp

9. Physical Form

10. Components of an EID System
Transponder receives signal
RFID Reader
Antenna
Transponder
Transponder is charged with enough energy to send back an identifying response
Reader broadcasts signal through antenna
Software =
Decision Making
Computer
Tablet
Phone

11. Full duplex (FDX)

12. Half duplex (HDX)

13. Passive Reading %

14. Readers

16. Questions?

17. The Consumer Is King
“There is only one boss. The customer. And he can fire everybody in the company from the chairman on down, simply by spending his money somewhere else.”
- Sam Walton