Animal identification: key points of Resolution 841/2025

The Senasa approved, through Resolution 841/2025, the new technical standard that establishes mandatory electronic individual animal identification for bovines, buffaloes, and cervids throughout the national territory. The measure incorporates a traceable and unified system that progressively replaces the exclusive use of visual devices. Key implementation dates What device will be mandatory? The identification will be carried out through a binomial composed of: 1) Visual card: 2) An electronic device (at the choice of the producer): These elements must accompany the animal throughout its life. Responsibilities of the agricultural producer The producer of the livestock establishment where the animal is born is responsible for: In all cases, each device must be associated with: sex, breed, and date (or month/year) of birth. In addition, the supplier companies must enter the SIGSA, to register the buyer's RENSPA and assign the type and numbering range of the devices purchased. ...