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Industry Speaks Out on National Animal Identification
 Survey reveals experts opinion of National Animal ID

More than 80 percent of participants at the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) annual conference regarding animal identification suggested the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Animal Identification System (NAIS) implementation is behind expectations. Further, 78 percent of the more than 100 respondents said NAIS should be a mandatory program.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Mike Johanns, who gave the key note address at the meeting, stressed the program will remain voluntary under his watch. He believes the market place will drive the implementation of NAIS through premium opportunities for producers.

Respondents named cost and confidentiality as two of the greatest hurdles to implementing NAIS; however, many noted progress is definitely being seen on those fronts. Secretary Johanns also noted these as two of the biggest areas USDA is focused on.

ID/INFO EXPO 2006 Virtual Media Center: Update Final Day

This document contains links to MP3 audio files, JPG photo files and power point presentations.  All files can be downloaded off the server from the links. 

ID/INFO EXPO is an event held annually by the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) and has become one of the premier meetings on animal identification.  TRI-MERIT™, a single-source animal tracking and verification program powered by Global Animal Management, Inc. (GAM) is sponsoring the pressroom at the event.  For more information, please visit their website at www.mygamonline.com.

We hope you have found these updates from the ID/INFO EXPO to be helpful.  Please contact us if we can be of any further assistance.

ID/INFO EXPO 2006 Virtual Media Center: Update Day Two

This document contains links to MP3 audio files, JPG photo files and power point presentations.  All files can be downloaded off the server from the links.  The ID INFO EXPO concludes on Thursday August 24.  Our final report tomorrow will feature a number of other presenters from both Wednesday and Thursday.

ID/INFO EXPO 2006 Virtual Media Center: Update Day One

This document contains links to MP3 audio files, JPG photo files and power point presentations.  All files can be downloaded off the server from the links.  ID/INFO EXPO is an event held annually by the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) and has become one of the premier meetings on animal identification.  TRI-MERIT™, a single-source animal tracking and verification program powered by Global Animal Management, Inc. (GAM) is sponsoring the pressroom at the event. 

Welcome to the ID/INFO EXPO 2006 Virtual Media Center!

Over the next three days (August 22-24) we’ll be bringing you reports on 30 speeches, presentations and panel discussions from this timely and informative meeting on animal ID and the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) currently being implemented by the US Department of Agriculture, the 50 states and various tribal governments.  

ID/INFO EXPO is an event held annually by the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) and has become one of the premier meetings on animal identification.  TRI-MERIT™, a single-source animal tracking and verification program powered by Global Animal Management, Inc. (GAM) is sponsoring the pressroom at the event.

A MEETING ‘NOT TO BE MISSED!!’

With more than 50 speakers ranging from the Secretary of Agriculture’s perspective regarding current animal ID solutions to discussion on the pro’s and con’s of the National Animal Identification System (NAIS), ID/INFO EXPO 2006 is a meeting “Not to be missed,” says program chair Robert Fourdraine.  The event is scheduled for August 22-24 at the Westin Crown Center Hotel in Kansas City.   Early conference registration and special hotel room rate offers end August 1.  As announced earlier, Secretary Mike Johanns, U.S. Department of Agriculture, will address the meeting, Wednesday, August 23.   Other key USDA officials responsible for implementing NAIS will make presentations throughout the three-day meeting.  The meeting will also offer comprehensive focus on providing practical solutions available to producers and industry today.

Secretary Johanns To Speak at ID/INFO EXPO 2006

U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns has accepted an invitation to be the keynote speaker Wednesday, August 23, at the annual ID/INFO EXPO 2006 in Kansas City, according to program chairman Robert Fourdraine. 

 

“The planning committee is extremely pleased with the Secretary’s acceptance to speak.  The program’s agenda includes overviews from all USDA officials actively involved in setting policy and leading implementation of the National Animal Identification System (NAIS).  This is a unique opportunity to hear the latest on progress and policies at a very critical time including the status of premises registration, implementation of Animal Identification Number (AIN) management system and the Animal Trace Processing System (ATPS),” states Fourdraine.

Need ID Info?  Plan To Attend ID/INFO EXPO 2006!

Confused about ID?  You’re not alone.  In fact, hundreds of other stakeholders affected by the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) will be convening in Kansas City at the annual ID/INFO EXPO 2006 to hear the latest developments on this important animal agriculture issue.

ID/INFO EXPO 2006 to Cover NAIS, Other Animal ID Developments

ID/INFO EXPO 2006 will provide the latest information on the National Animal Identification System (NAIS), as well as broad coverage of technical developments, traceability systems, state programs and various views on animal identification (ID), according to program chairman Robert Fourdraine, the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium.

ID/INFO EXPO 2006 to Highlight Practical Animal ID Solutions
Online Registration Now Open

 The National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) has announced plans for ID/INFO EXPO 2006, a national conference and trade show devoted to animal identification and information systems technology.  This year’s event will take place, August 22-24 in Kansas City, Mo.  “We are expecting a great meeting for the latest information in animal identification,” said R. Scott Stuart, NIAA Chairman of the Board and CEO of the National Livestock Producers Association.  “Our planning committee is working diligently in finalizing what looks to be an excellent program.”
 

  

MEDIA REGISTRATION
Media Registration: ALL registration fees are waived for members of the media; however, online/pre-registration is closed.  Media can register onsite in the Westport Room.