Financial assistance for sheep and goat electronic identification (eID)
Mandatory individual electronic identification (eID) for sheep and goats started in Queensland on 1 January 2025, as part of an agreed national initiative.
The Queensland Sheep and Goat Electronic Identification Rebate Scheme (the scheme) closed on 30 June 2025.
About the scheme
The scheme gives primary producers and livestock agents a rebate to offset up to half the cost of purchasing eligible items such as NLIS-accredited eID devices and readers.
Key dates
- Applications opened 29 July 2024.
- Applications closed 30 June 2025.
Who could apply
- Producers
- Livestock agents
- Saleyard operators
- Processors
- Agricultural show sub-chambers.