Starts:
Wednesday 16 December 2009 at 01:00PM
Ends:
Wednesday 16 December 2009 at 04:00PM
SHEEP Electronic Identification is a new legislation coming into force from December 31st 2009. This FREE Northwest Livestock Programme demonstration event will explain the legislation and demonstrate how EID can be used as a flock management tool.
Shearwell Farm Data - will give an explanation of the rules and regulations, followed by a demonstration of the full range of Shearwell systems available - basic stick readers, hand-held recorders, race readers and automatic drafting systems.
Farmer Feedback - first-hand information from a farmer who has been using EID. Find out what he has learnt from using it and how it has alterered his management practices and benefited his business.
Questions and information workshop – An opportunity to have a one to one chat with the government's North West Animal Health vets. Find out how the system will affect your farm and what you’re required to do to be compliant.
To book a place please contact James Hadwin or Robert Burrow at the Rural Business Centre, Myerscough College OR use the online booking facility below. Telephone: 01995 642206 E-mail: livestocknw@myerscough.ac.uk