To the obligation, defiance: From Federated Bases, they launched a campaign to make the use of identification caravans optional.

In just over a month, it will be mandatory to identify animals belonging to a bovine or equine rodeo through electronic devices, unlike the current system, which allows for the traditional identification with plastic caravans, or a more sophisticated one that requires electronic devices. Starting January 1, 2026, the individual identification of cattle, buffalo, and horses will be mandatory, while for producers of sheep, goats, camelids, and pigs, it will remain voluntary. Through resolution 530/2025, the Senasa decided that the cost of this mandatory identification will be borne by rural companies, unlike the initial idea, which stipulated that the National State would cover the costs. "Producers must acquire the official electronic individual animal identification devices through the Official Animal Identification Device Providers duly registered in accordance with current regulations, and their distribution network." Then, the same producers must take charge of placing the ...