As a livestock producer, animal health is a priority to you. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has also made it a top priority by promoting efforts to increase animal disease traceability. The traceability system is designed to enable producers and animal health officials to control devastating livestock and poultry diseases, should they occur in the United States.

Of special concern are animal diseases found in other parts of the world that pose a significant risk to our industry. This modern system is needed to minimize the impact of an animal disease outbreak.

Premises registration is the foundation of establishing a national system. It gives you the power to better protect your animals, your markets and your neighbors in the case of a disease event.