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What farm records are required for the National Animal Identification System (NAIS)?

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The National Animal Identification System (NAIS) is a voluntary state/federal/industry partnership designed to protect animal premises, reduce hardships caused by animal disease outbreaks, and protect producer access to markets. See www.usda.gov/nais to learn more and register. Record-keeping requirements vary based on the identification device and tracking database chosen by the producer.


  • Step 1. Register your premises and obtain a Premises Identification Number.
  • Step 2. Identify your animals. This can be by individual animal or group/lot.
  • Step 3. Choose an Animal Tracking Database for tracing certain individual animal or group/lot movements.

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