Cattle
NLIS uses machine-readable Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) devices to identify cattle. NLIS approved devices come in the form of an ear tag or rumen bolus/ear tag combination. Cattle are tagged with NLIS devices only once in their life. Cattle identified with NLIS devices can be electronically read as they move through the livestock chain. At the time of scanning, each owner’s PIC can be recorded and linked to the NLIS device. This transaction information is then stored in the secure central NLIS database. A life record of an animal’s residency and all animals it has interacted with is established. It is this centrally-stored electronic history of an individual animal’s residency that enables rapid and accurate traceability.
Sheep
NLIS Sheep & Goats was introduced on 1 January 2006. It uses visually readable ear tags printed with a property identification code (PIC). It is complemented by movement documents supplied by consignors that are used for identification and tracking. This national livestock identification system enhances Australia's ability to maintain access to key export markets and helps to quickly contain a major food safety or disease incident. It is being implemented by industry in partnership with governments across Australia.
Ordering
Tag order forms are available for download on your right. These forms must be correctly filled out and faxed to Rawlinson & Brown to finalise and order the tags on your behalf. If you have any questions, please contact Rawlinson & Brown.
Australian Meat Industry Council - Media Release 12th December 2006 (Summary)
Producers wishing to attract full buyer competition on their stock should be applying NLIS compliant Red NLIS tags on their 2006 sheep drop and Sky Blue tags to their 2007 drop lambs. From 1st July 2007 all sheep must carry a Pink NLIS tag to attract full buyer competition.
Allflex Sheep NLIS Tags 