Sheep and goat individual electronic identification (eID)

Find out how to meet your obligations for mandatory sheep and goat electronic identification (eID) and why it's being introduced.

Individual electronic identification (eID) for sheep and managed goats will start from 1 January 2025 as part of an agreed national initiative.

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About eID

Using electronic identification (eID) with sheep and goats will greatly improve the accuracy and efficiency of livestock traceability.

Financial assistance

You may be eligible for financial assistance to implement individual electronic identification (eID) for sheep and goats.