27 October 2025
Members provided industry insights in relation to eID Implementation.
Producer insights and experiences
- Some producers have an oversupply of eID Tags as their lambing percentages have been lower than expected, largely due to drought conditions.
- Producers have a good awareness of process and need for recording and reporting the movement of sheep, but further support and education is required around the practicalities.
- PIRSA will continue to deliver clear, targeted communication to ensure producers understand their obligations and can confidently comply with eID requirements.
Saleyard and agent insights
Some saleyards reported delays between scanning and data display on tablets. Agents reported some blue tooth connectivity issues.
PIRSA will reach out to equipment providers to understand the issue and expediate action.
Processor insights
Processors experienced some initial set-up issues and have worked with staff, equipment providers, and PIRSA to resolve and improve overall scanning rates.
Scanning at saleyards and processing facilities
- PIRSA provided an update on scanning at saleyards and processing facilities. The number of stock with eID tags being scanned has been increasing across saleyards and processors. Non-compliance will be addressed on a case-by-case basis.
- PIRSA reminded members of key reporting and recording obligations including:
- any sales to processors must be uploaded within 24 hours
- sheep must have only one eID tag
- Victorian consignments must be eID tagged and consignment movement recorded in NLIS
- all lambs born on or after 1 January 2025 must have an eID tag before moving off property of birth.
Communications update
PIRSA provided an overview of recent communications activities, including the launch of the advertising campaign “The Future’s Ear” to increase awareness.
Next meeting
To be determined