Synopsis
Durable hog identification that helps trace disease and origin.
This edition presents the tattoo method used to mark hogs, a system designed to identify dressed carcasses under varied slaughter conditions. It explains the instrument, the pigments, and practical steps to apply clear marks consistently, even on a fast-paced farm or market floor. The text also outlines how this method supports disease-control work by tracing lots back to their source and origin.
The book describes how the marker works, what pigments have been tested, and which combination gives reliable, legible marks after slaughter. It covers selecting distinct letters and numbers, placing marks for easy inspection, and handling the instrument safely during field use. It also shares real-world examples of applying the method at packing plants and its benefits for tracing infections without slowing work.- How the tattoo device and blocks are arranged for quick, repeatable marking
- Which pigments and fluids provide durable, readable results
- Ways the method supports disease-control work by tracing hog origins
- Practical guidance for placement, force, and handling to avoid bruising
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