Registration - Swine
Here are the benefits of registering swine:
- Improved genetic record keeping: Registration allows you to track the ancestry and performance of your animals, helping you make informed breeding decisions.
- Increased market value: Registered swine are often more valuable than unregistered animals, as buyers are more likely to pay a premium for animals with known pedigrees and performance records.
- Access to breeding programs: Some breeding programs require that animals be registered in order to participate.
- Participation in shows and competitions: Registered animals are often eligible to compete in shows and competitions, which can help to promote your breeding program and increase your reputation.
- Protection against fraud: Registration can help to protect against fraud by ensuring that animals are what they are claimed to be.
- Compliance with regulations: In some cases, registration may be required by law or regulation.
Here are some additional benefits of registering swine:
- Improved herd health: Registered swine are often more likely to be vaccinated and tested for diseases, which can help to improve the overall health of your herd.
- Increased traceability: Registration can help to improve traceability of your animals, which can be important for food safety and security.
- Enhanced reputation: Registered swine are often associated with quality and excellence, which can help to improve your reputation as a breeder.
Overall, registering your swine can be a valuable tool for improving your breeding program and increasing the value of your animals.
We DNA test every animal as part of registration. This is a one-time thing. Testing is done through UC Davis and the cost is $44.00. This cost is added to the registration. We Require notification of transfer of ownership should you sell this animal. We will issue a new certificate to the new owner for a small fee.
Swine Registration
Swine Registration
The price of registration is $40.00 per animal. This helps to cover ink, paper, shipping, ETC. The DNA test at UC Davis is $44.00. You will be required to collect 20 of the stiff hairs from the back of your swine.