My Department removed the feedlot option for herds operating as 'bed and breakfast' or contract rearing operations and now categorises such movements as “farm to farm”
This facility to record feedlot movements on the AIM system was introduced originally to assist in the establishment of stocking density for premia payments. The facility to record this movement type is no longer required. Thus with effect from 1 June 2018, the option to apply for a Certificate of Compliance for movement of animals to another holding for feeding purposes was removed. All applications received on or after that date for movement to a feedlot are treated as an application for the movement of an animal(s) to another holding.
My Department deemed it appropriate to review the application process for a Certificate of Compliance in the light of its endeavours on a consistent basis to ensure the highest standards in bovine traceability through the Animal Identification and Movement database (AIM). The AIM database underpins confidence in food supply, disease control, provides requisite assurances to consumers as to the origin/traceability of cattle and plays a key role in enhancing Ireland’s ability to trade internationally.