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Animal Emergencies Illustrate Need for Disease Traceability System
(May 2, 2007) Recent cases of pseudorabies in Wisconsin swine and a weather emergency in Colorado have demonstrated in real life how premises registration can protect livestock producers, their animals and the livestock industry. Until now, the benefits of premises registration have been “what if?” scenarios. This is no longer the case. The need for producers to participate in premises registration is more evident in light of these recent events.
WLIC Elects New Board Members
State’s Animal Identification Movement Gains Momentum
(February 22, 2007) The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) membership elected new board members and officers during its annual meeting held this week. New board members include Chuck Adami, Equity Cooperative Livestock Sales Association; Dr. Ole Meland, Accelerated Genetics; and Mike Salter, Wisconsin Pork Association. Patrick Fitzgibbons, representing Peck Meat Packing, was re-elected to the board.
Voluntary Animal ID Cost Sharing Program Enhanced
(January 22, 2007) Wisconsin farmers taking part in the Voluntary Animal ID Cost Sharing Program will benefit under recent changes in the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) program. The cost share has been increased to cover 50% of the cost of a DATCP-approved Radio Frequency ID (RFID) tag or up to $1.00 per approved tag for every animal in the herd.
Over 54,000 Livestock Premises Registered To Date - Livestock Premises Renewal Information Due
(December 14, 2006) As part of the Wisconsin Premises Registration Act, a livestock premises will be required to renew their information annually with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP).
USDA Under Secretary Updates WLIC Membership: Producer Involvement Key to Implementing Animal ID System
(December 8, 2006) Updates on implementing the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) from the Under Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), an agroterrorism overview from an intelligence analyst with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and a discussion of radio frequency identification (RFID) in regard to the speed of commerce were subjects addressed at the December 7th Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) member meeting.
State Starting Voluntary Animal ID Effort
Voluntary Animal ID Cost Sharing Program Offered to Producers
(November 15, 2006) The state of Wisconsin is inviting livestock producers to participate in a voluntary animal identification (ID) program. With a premises registration system in place, the state wishes to support those producers who are ready to begin recording individual animal ID and animal movement information as the next steps of the National Animal Identification System (NAIS). The purpose of voluntary animal ID is to provide a starting point of where an animal has been in its life. Knowing this information will assist animal health officials in preventing the spread of disease in the event of an outbreak. In addition, an effective animal ID system can be beneficial for on-farm herd management.
Farmers, who want to participate in the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) through VOLUNTARY official ID, have options
(November 6, 2006) The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released official Animal Identification Numbers (AIN) as part of the National Animal Identification System (NAIS). The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) are continuing to implement the NAIS within Wisconsin with voluntary animal identification.
Wisconsin Continues to Lead the Nation - State Reaches 50,000 Livestock Premises Registered
(June 23, 2006) Wisconsin has registered 50,000 livestock premises as the state continues to move forward in implementing the National Animal Identification System (NAIS). "Wisconsin accounts for nearly 20 percent of the premises registered nationally. We can be proud of that fact," says Rod Nilsestuen, Secretary of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.
Wisconsin Prepares for Animal Disease Outbreaks Such as Avian Influenza
(April 25, 2006) Avian influenza offers one more good reason for premises registration, state agriculture officials say. The H5N1 strain of the virus that has been so much in the news hasn't been found in North America, and there's no certainty it will ever make its way to the nation's domestic flocks. But if it does, the nearly 13,000 poultry producers and game bird growers in Wisconsin who've already registered their premises will have a leg up.
USDA CHIEF VETERINARIAN TALKS ANIMAL ID WITH
WISCONSIN LIVESTOCK INDUSTRY LEADERS
Premises Registration is the focus of animal health initiatives
(March 3, 2006) Disease programs and the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) were the topics of a presentation by the chief veterinarian for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) annual member meeting on March 2 in Madison, WI. Dr. John R. Clifford, Deputy Administrator for USDA - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services - Veterinary Services’ program spoke to approximately 40 representatives of various Wisconsin livestock groups and organizations.
January 1st Premises Registration Reminder for Livestock Owners
(December 22, 2005) The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) are issuing a reminder to livestock owners not currently licensed by the DATCP who keep, house or co-mingle livestock to register their premises by January 1, 2006. Those premises currently licensed by DATCP must register by their annual license renewal dates.
State Livestock Owners Respond to call to Register Premises - Premises Registration Law First Step in 48-Hour Trace Back Effort
(December 12, 2005) With over 35,500 premises in the state already registered, there seems no doubt that Wisconsin is participating and building the framework for 48-hour trace back in the event of an animal disease outbreak.
Hundreds of registrations coming in daily...
Large Increase in the Number of Livestock Premises Registered
(November 18, 2005) Wisconsin livestock producers are responding to the challenge of protecting their industry and their livelihoods. More than 30,000 livestock premises have been registered to date, thereby providing contact information and the species for that location, to animal health officials.
Livestock Owners Urged to Register Premises Now
(October 24, 2005) It’s time. The Wisconsin Premises Registration Act, which is effective November 1, 2005, requires all those who keep, house, or co-mingle livestock to register their premises. This is an important deadline for livestock owners statewide.
Percentage of Premises Registration Within Counties
(September 6, 2005) The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) has utilized the Wisconsin Agricultural Statistics Service (WASS) as a benchmarking tool to figure out how well counties are doing for premises registration.
Livestock Operations of All Sizes Must Register Premises
(August 29, 2005) It is hardly a surprise that the Tauchen Harmony Valley dairy just outside Bonduel, WI, has been registered as a livestock premises under a new state law that will become effective late this fall. The Shawano County dairy supports two generations of farmers, parents and four brothers, as well as fourteen employees. What may be a surprise to many small livestock producers, hobbyists and even individuals owning a few animals for pleasure, is that they too must register their sites under the new law.
New State Law Applies to All Livestock Owners -
Premises Registration Is First Step in Animal Identification Plan
(August 22, 2005) A new state law requiring thousands of livestock owners across the state to register their premises goes into effect late this year. “Registering premises is the first phase of a three-step national program to achieve a trace back system to identify all animals and premises potentially exposed to a foreign animal disease within 48 hours of discovery,” says Robert Fourdraine, Chief Operating Officer for Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC).
15,000 Livestock Premises Registered in Wisconsin
(August 12, 2005) The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC), along with its partners, has registered 15,000, of the predicted 60-70,000, livestock premises in the state. Each premises registration brings us closer to the day when Wisconsin’s livestock industry will be prepared to respond within 48 hours in the event of an animal disease outbreak.
On-Site Livestock Premises Registration Available at ALL FSA Offices
(July 6, 2005) The Farm Service Agency (FSA), in partnership with the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) and the Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), is making premises registration easy and convenient for livestock producers across the state. Computers, training manuals, literature, and trained FSA staff are now available at ALL county offices. A pilot project conducted with six counties was successful and now is implemented statewide.
Farmers May Register at Farm Technology Days
(June 27, 2005) The Wisconsin Premises Registration Act requires anyone who keeps, houses, or co-mingles livestock to register their premises effective November 1, 2005. The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) is making premises registration convenient for Wisconsin farmers who are in Clark County to attend Farm Technology Days in Loyal on July 12 through 14. There will be on-site premises registration in the beef tent, part of a state-wide effort to raise awareness that all livestock owners, regardless of whether they have a few animals or full-scale farms, must register.
WLIC Approves Three Additional Pilot Projects
(May 23, 2005) The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) approved three additional pilot projects for producers and industry interested in advancing animal identification (ID) efforts in Wisconsin. There are a total of fourteen projects that have been funded and the total amount awarded for these multi species projects is $380,000.
10,000 Premises Registered in Wisconsin
(May 5, 2005) The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC), along with its partners, has registered 10,000 livestock premises in Wisconsin. While the current effort is voluntary, the Wisconsin Premises Registration Act requires anyone who keeps, houses, or co-mingles livestock to register premises by November 1, 2005.
WLIC Announces Additional Pilot Project Opportunities
(May 2, 2005) – The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) is offering a fourth round of pilot projects for livestock producers and agricultural industry groups interested in advancing the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) and animal identification (ID) efforts in Wisconsin. These pilot projects will focus on animal ID and animal tracking beyond the farm.
On-Site Livestock Premises Registration Available at 24 FSA Offices
(April 18, 2005) The Farm Service Agency (FSA), in partnership with the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium and the Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection, is making premises registration easy and convenient for livestock producers across the state. A computer, training manual, literature, and trained FSA staff are now available at 24 county offices.
WLIC Expands Membership Base, Holds Board Elections
(March 2, 2005) – The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) now has 58 members representing livestock industry groups working to implement the National Animal Identification System in Wisconsin. Due to a larger membership base, the WLIC Board of Directors has been expanded to 12 members.
Record Number of Premises Registered in January
(February 1, 2005) – Wisconsin livestock producers are responding to the call of voluntary premises registration. Since the first of this year, more than 1,375 Wisconsin farm premises have been registered. This record number is 29% of the total premises registered so far.
WLIC Announces Additional Pilot Project Opportunities
(January 3, 2005) – The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) is offering a third round of pilot projects for livestock producers and agricultural industry groups interested in advancing the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) and animal identification (ID) efforts in Wisconsin. These pilot projects will focus on the animal ID and animal tracking beyond the farm.
On-Site Premises Registration Available at Several FSA Offices
(October 13, 2004) The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is making premises registration easy and convenient for livestock producers in several counties. A computer, training manual, literature, and trained FSA staff are now available at Dane, Manitowoc, Walworth, Grant and Shawano County FSA Offices to assist in premises registration. It will be available at more offices soon.
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Visits Farm Technology Days and Checks Out WLIC Premises Registration Efforts
BLOOMER, WI (September 23, 2004) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman (left) stopped to note the livestock premises registration efforts at the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) booth at Farm Technology days in Bloomer.
On-Site Premises Registration at Fall Trade Shows
(September 10, 2004) The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) makes premises registration convenient for Wisconsin farmers who attend fall trade shows.
On-Site Premises Registration at Dane County FSA Office
(August 24, 2004) The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is making premises registration easy and convenient for Dane County producers. A computer, training manual, literature and trained FSA staff are available at the Dane County FSA Office in the USDA Service Center, 1 Fen Oak Court, Room 226, Madison, to assist in premises registration.
USDA To Provide Interim System to Register Locations as Part of the National Animal ID System
(July 19, 2004) The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service today announced that it has selected a premises registration system, as an interim solution, that will record locations where animals reside or will reside. This is an important first step in the implementation of a national animal identification system (NAIS). The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium developed the system.
WLIC Approves Five Additional Pilot Projects
(July 26, 2004)The Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) approved five additional pilot projects for producers and industry interested in advancing animal identification efforts in Wisconsin.
WLIC Agents Offer Premises Registration
(July 19, 2004) In a unique effort, the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) is partnering with nine organizations to make premises registration easy and convenient for Wisconsin producers.
AgSource Offers Members WLIC Premises Registration
(July 2, 2004) AgSource will be offering a free service to its Wisconsin DHI herds beginning July 7 to make premises registration easier for members of the cooperative.
Purple Triangle Spot Disease Teaches Lessons to Youth
(July 6, 2004)Youth participants at Area Animal Science Days showcased a fictional disease called Purple Triangle Spot Disease highlighting the need for premises registration and animal identification.
WLIC Approves Six Pilot Projects for Wisconsin Producers
(May 24,2004) At recent Board Member meetings, the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) approved six pilot projects for producers and industry interested in advancing animal identification efforts in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Producers Can Obtain Premises ID and Individual ID
(May 10, 2004) Wisconsin producers have had the option to register premises identification through the Wisconsin Livestock Consortium (WLIC) since January 2004. In addition, dairy and livestock producers have the option to identify individual animals through the National Farm Animal Identification and Records (FAIR) program, administered by Holstein Association USA, Inc.
Governor Signs Livestock Premises Registration Act
(April 16, 2004) On April 13, Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle signed into law the livestock premises registration legislation, Wisconsin Act 229. The act requires all locations where livestock are housed or co-mingled in the state to register their premises.
Industry reaction to the Governor signing the bill
(April 16, 2004) Reactions to the Premises Registration Act.
Ketterhagen Joins WLIC
(April 20, 2004) “Seeking a career to utilize my marketing and communicating skills to benefit agriculture.” That was the objective on Leanne Ketterhagen’s resume when she applied for the Manager of Communications and Marketing position with the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC).
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