Ear Tag Applicator – Suitable for all ear tags for Cows, Pigs, Goats, Sheep, Horses. The Ear Tag Applicator is suitable for attaching identification tags to the ears of livestock for efficient tracking and management.
What is an Ear Tag Applicator – Pin Type?
An Ear Tag Applicator – Pin Type is a handheld tool specifically designed to attach ear tags to livestock such as cattle, goats, sheep, and pigs. It works by securely fastening the two parts of an ear tag (the male and female components) through the animal’s ear, ensuring a firm and lasting hold. The pin-type design ensures minimal discomfort to the animal while providing a quick and efficient tagging process.
- It can be used for both domestic and wild animals, such as pigs, sheep, goats, deer, horses, hogs, etc.
- It is ideal for use in animal breeding populations, prevention and control of epidemics, and meat isolation.
- It’s important to follow proper procedures and guidelines to minimize any stress or discomfort for the animals during the tagging process.
- The ear tag applicator is suitable for most ear tags on the market.
Why Ear Tagging is Essential for Livestock Management
Ear tagging is a critical practice for modern livestock farming. Here’s why:
- Animal Identification:Â Ear tags provide a unique identification number for each animal, making it easier to track individual performance, health records, and breeding history.
- Disease Control:Â Proper identification helps in monitoring and controlling the spread of diseases within the herd.
- Record-Keeping:Â Ear tags simplify record-keeping, enabling farmers to maintain accurate data on milk production, weight gain, and medical treatments.
- Theft Prevention:Â Tagged animals are easier to identify and recover in case of theft.
- Compliance: In Kenya, ear tagging is often required for compliance with government and market regulations.
Key Features of the Ear Tag Applicator – Pin Type
The Ear Tag Applicator – Pin Type is designed with the needs of Kenyan farmers in mind. Here are its standout features:
- Durable Construction:Â Made from high-quality materials, our applicators are built to withstand the rigors of daily farm use.
- Easy to Use:Â The ergonomic design ensures a comfortable grip and smooth operation, even during prolonged use.
- Compatible with Standard Ear Tags:Â Our applicators work seamlessly with most pin-type ear tags available in the market.
- Quick and Efficient:Â The pin-type mechanism allows for fast and secure tagging, minimizing stress for both the farmer and the animal.
- Low Maintenance: Designed for longevity, our applicators require minimal maintenance, saving you time and money.
How to Use the Ear Tag Applicator – Pin Type
Using the Ear Tag Applicator – Pin Type is simple and straightforward. Follow these steps for effective tagging:
- Prepare the Ear Tag:Â Insert the male and female components of the ear tag into the applicator. Ensure they are properly aligned.
- Position the Applicator: Hold the animal’s ear firmly and position the applicator at the desired tagging spot (usually in the middle third of the ear).
- Apply the Tag:Â Squeeze the handles of the applicator firmly to pierce the ear and secure the tag.
- Check the Tag: Ensure the tag is securely fastened and can move freely without causing discomfort to the animal.
Benefits of Using the Ear Tag Applicator – Pin Type
- Improved Livestock Management:Â Easily identify and track individual animals, improving overall herd management.
- Time-Saving:Â The quick and efficient tagging process saves valuable time, especially for large herds.
- Cost-Effective:Â Durable and low-maintenance, our applicators offer long-term value for money.
- Animal Welfare:Â The pin-type design minimizes pain and stress for the animal during tagging.
- Enhanced Productivity:Â Accurate record-keeping and disease management lead to healthier, more productive livestock.
Features of the Ear Tag Applicator
- Material: Stainless steel
- Color: red
- Size: Approx. 9.44 x 2.4 x 0.9 inches (24 x 6 x 2.2 cm).
- Quantity: 1 piece
Other reasons why farmers need Eartags in their animal/livestock farm are that they can be helpful in;
1. Indicating the sex of the animals.
It allows rapid sorting by sex while sheep and goats are moving down a in a holding pen.
No need to spend precious time manually checking the ‘plumbing’ of the animals when you can do this;
Males: Insert the primary tag in left ear.
Females: Insert the primary tag in the right ear:
2. Indicating the animals year of birth
No need to catch them to check teeth. A tag can tell you the age from 25 ft away. Faster decisions when sorting for culling or breeding. Two ways to do this (we do both):
Use a different color for each year.
Begin tag number series with the year of birth. Example—tag 20125 indicates lamb is the 125th lamb tagged in 2020
3. Indicating sire and dam
It’s made easy by tagging, no need to check records. It can be done in three ways which are;
Use a different color second tag for each sire (blue tags = Sire ADB purple tags = Sire UVX) then have the sire name printed on the tag of its progeny.
Handwrite the calf’s tag number with a marker pen on the lamb’s tag. If space is limited write it on the inner surfaces of the tag.
4. Indicating animals problems
Allows rapid, positive culling of animals with foot problems, dystocia, mastitis, etc. There are wo ways to do this:
Put a black tag into problem animals or a tag that says ‘cull’
Use an ear notcher to mark the animal for culling.
5. Indicating single, twin or triplet
Speeds up sorting for breeding and sale purposes, minimizes the need to check records. To do this, use a different color for each lamb type. Repeat these colors every year.
blue = single
green = twin
orange = triplet
Ear Tag Applicator Packaging
1 x Ear Tag Applicator
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