V.NLS.3000 | Victorian Abattoir RFID Sheep Project
NLIS-accredited devices for sheep and goats can be either an electronic (RFID) device or a visual (non-electronic) tag. Sheep and goats can only be identified by ear tags/devices.
| Project start date: | 30 June 2008 |
| Project end date: | 30 December 2008 |
| Publication date: | 24 May 2023 |
| Project status: | Completed |
| Livestock species: | Sheep, Goat, Lamb |
| Relevant regions: | Victoria |
Summary
This project was to support the development of RFID systems to enhance the traceability of sheep and their carcasses back to the property of dispatch for biosecurity, food safety and market access purposes through the use of the NLIS (Sheep & Goats). This will be achieved by implementing a system that links RFID on sheep to an abattoir RFID system that enables traceback to the property of dispatch.
Benefits to industry
Recording livestock movements ensures treatments and exposure to food safety hazards are traceable. If a food safety issue occurs and livestock are not fully traceable, the source of the problem may be impossible to identify. All livestock need to be fully traceable to allow a fast and efficient response. This will minimise any potential harm to people or animals, and protect the reputation of Australian red meat. Our customers expect our product to be fully traceable.
Future research
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For more information Contact Peoject Manager: Mick Prendergast |
