2 March 2026
NLIS Database Uplift Project update
- ISC provided an update on the NLIS Database Uplift Project. More time has been allocated to finalise the proof of concept and undertake thorough testing. In the interim, the existing database continues to perform well.
Scanning rates, tagging and transfers
- PIRSA outlined that overall, eID read rates across the supply chain are very positive and progressing well.
- Property‑to‑Property transfers have increased over the past six months.
- Saleyard transfers are generally tracking well, with some delays due to slow data uploads and occasional issues with untagged 2025 lamb drops.
Industry insights and experiences
- Some processors continue to experience system issues. PIRSA continues to work with processors to resolve occasional data upload issues.
- Agents are reporting more labour‑intensive work on sale days, with extra staff needed in the saleyards. Some efficiencies are occurring early in the process, but overall workload has increased.
- Saleyards are experiencing connectivity issues and sheep flow can be difficult during busy loading periods.
- Producers are adapting well to eID and concerns relate to tag costs once rebates end, and tag breakage and tag retention.
- PIRSA will continue to roll out producer education including face to face engagement and printed materials. This includes clear messaging that the current Point of Sale Discount will continue until 30 June 2027.
- PIRSA will reach out to equipment providers requesting simple instructions for producers on how to upload and download data.
- PIRSA will recirculate a range of resource links to assist producers. Links include help use eID, NLIS, myMLA, devices, livestock movement tools., reconciliation and use of eNVDs and NLIS systems.
Communications update
- PIRSA provided an overview of recent communications activities, including the current functional campaign 'The Future’s Ear' to increase awareness.