Scottish Government

Pigs

Pig identification and traceability is an essential part of disease control in Scotland. In the event of a disease outbreak, it is important that pig movements can be easily traced.

Legislation

All Scottish pig keepers must comply with the requirements of:

The Pigs (Records, Identification and Movement) (Scotland) Order 2011

The Pigs (Records, Identification and Movemnet) (Scotland) Amendment Order 2011

Guidance

All Scottish pig keepers must comply with the requirements of:

Pig Identification and Registration: Guidance for Keepers in Scotland

Pig Identification and Registration: Guidance for keepers in Scotland: Dear Keeper Letter

ScotEID

Pig Keepers can register with the ScotEID website online ( www.scoteid.com) or by phoning the ScotEID help centre (01466 794323). You will require the following information:

• County/Parish/Holding number(s)
• Herd number(s)
• Slap Mark(s) (if used)
• Quality assurance scheme number (if a member)
• Email address

This is covered in more detail in the following documents:

ScotEID movement database - how to register

ScotEID movement document