Livestock Tag Reader Rebate - Accepting applications now

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BC Livestock Operators are eligible for funding under the Livestock Tag Reader Rebate, including:

• Ranchers;
• Abattoirs; and
• 4-H Districts. 

Other eligibility requirements:

• Applicants must own, sell, feed, house, or care for cattle, hogs, sheep, bison, cervids, and/or goats in BC;
• Materials, equipment, and/or services must be directly related to the facilitation of livestock traceability activities; and
• Applicants must be registered in the BC Premises Identification Program (BCPID): Registration for BCPID can happen simultaneously with this application: www.gov.bc.ca/premisesidprogram. 4-H district applicants can provide the BCPID# for the location where they showcase their animals, i.e. agricultural fair grounds or 4-H leader’s farm.  

 There is a $3,500 annual cost share funding maximum available for eligible activities including:

• Livestock tag readers (hand-held or panel readers);
• Reader installation;
• Related software; and
• Related equipment training.

Please check the CCIA RFID Readers List below to confirm which tag readers are eligible for funding.

Ineligible items include, but are not limited to: taxes, computers, ear tags, load bars, and livestock handling systems.