The Arkansas Voluntary Premises Identification Number (PIN) System is a free program administered by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture. This program is designed to strengthen animal disease traceability across the state and support producers in maintaining healthy, market-ready livestock and poultry.
There is no cost to Arkansas producers to register a premises. Access the registration form online here.
What Is a Premises Identification Number?
A Premises Identification Number (PIN) is a unique code assigned to a specific geographic location where animals are housed, handled, or sold. This may include farms, livestock markets, exhibition grounds, or any site where animals commingle or move for commerce.
Premises registration is required in order to purchase Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) devices, such as electronic ear tags used in official animal identification and traceability programs.
Why Premises Registration Matters
Effective animal disease response starts with knowing where animals are located. Premises identification provides the foundation for:
- Rapid response to disease outbreaks
- Efficient animal movement tracking
- Targeted disease surveillance and control
- Improved communication during emergencies
By registering, producers support state and national efforts to safeguard animal health and ensure the ongoing ability to move animals across state lines and international borders.
To order official identification devices (RFID tags), contact Kory Jones at [email protected] or (501) 823-1722.