Does this (link) statement regarding NAIS mean that ADGA supports “NAIS”?
#1 A: No, this position statement does not express support of the National Animal Identification System (“NAIS”) in its current form. However, ADGA does recognize the need for a workable program for the specific purpose of trace-back in emergency situations. It further identifies concerns about any animal identification system that might be developed, and these concerns include privacy; data storage; costs involved; methods of identifying animals; and any reporting of information. ADGA continues work to have tattoos accepted as an approved form of member animal identification. ADGA provided critical input to have the National Scrapie Eradication Program allow the use of tattoos and electronic identification as approved ID methods when accompanied by a copy of the animal’s registration certificate. The Goat Working Group is asking that the same be allowed for any NAIS identification need.
