Cattle and Livestock Tagging Procedures

The video tutorial by Billy Lewis from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture provides a comprehensive guide on administering the BNC ear tag program for livestock, including cattle, sheep, goats, and swine. It covers the use of the L Flex Total Tiger applicator, proper placement of tags, and considerations to avoid injury or infection. The tutorial also explains the differences in tagging procedures for various animals and the importance of using the correct tools and techniques.

What types of livestock are included in the BNC ear tag program?

• Cattle, sheep, swine, and goats

• Only cattle and sheep

• All types of livestock

• Only swine and goats

What is the first step when using the L flex total Tiger for ear tagging?

• Insert the electronic tag into the pliers

• Press the pliers firmly

• Put in the plastic insert

• Align the tag with the animal's ear

Why is it important to avoid veins and arteries when tagging goats?

• To make the tag more visible

• To avoid excessive bleeding

• To prevent infection

• To ensure the tag rotates freely

What should be done if a sheep already has a strengthening tag?

• Place the new tag in the opposite ear

• Place the new tag in the same ear

• Do not tag the sheep

• Remove the strengthening tag

What is a requirement for cattle ear tags according to USDA?

• They must be placed in both ears

• They must be placed in the left ear

• They must be placed in the right ear

• They must be placed on the tail

What should be avoided when placing a tag in cattle's ear?

• The center rib

• The edge of the ear

• The back of the ear

• The middle of the ear

What is the difference between the two types of swine tags?

• Shape

• Material

• Size and weight

• Color

When using a larger swine tag, what should be done with the pliers?

• Do not use the insert

• Use a different plier

• Use the insert

• Use a smaller tag

Where is the preferred location for placing a swine tag?

• The left ear

• The right ear

• The back

• The tail

What should be ensured after placing a tag in a pig's ear?

• The tag is on the tail

• The tag is on the edge of the ear

• The tag is in the center of the ear

• The tag is visible from the back