R.F.ID. REQUIREMENT REVIEW

Hope everyone is having a great year. As many are aware and have been through the process, I would like to review and inform new farmers, or anyone who has not already sold to Kentucky yet about proper ear tag requirement.

Kentucky is currently the only state that requires an R.F.ID (Radio Frequency Identification) ear tag. This tag has a microchip inside that can be scanned with a reader and has a unique identification number. This tag must be scanned and verified by an Indiana state vet when loading for transport. The trailer will then be sealed by the vet. This seal cannot be removed or tampered with during transport and can only be removed by a Kentucky state vet. Each deer must be scanned again and verified by the Kentucky vet before the deer can be released from the trailer.

Kentucky has been a great resource and as they continue to grow hopefully many of our state’s deer will be used to help build their programs and help stock the hunting preserves. Since Indiana deer can go almost anywhere, it is our responsibility as deer farmers to know and follow other state’s laws and requirements.