RFID-Enabled Custom Cattle Ear Tags: Precision Identification for Modern Farms
As agriculture becomes increasingly precise and technology-driven, one-size-fits-all cattle ear tags no longer keep up with the needs of modern herd management. Each operation has its own approach to tracking, branding, and compliance. Our RFID-enabled custom cattle ear tags are designed to meet those individual demands—offering a powerful blend of durability, advanced identification, and full personalization to support your management goals and showcase your farm’s identity.
Custom-Built for Your Operation
These are more than just ID tags—they’re management tools tailored specifically to your operation.The customized cattle ear tags combine durable, custom visual elements with embedded RFID chips to provide a dual-layer identification system. This allows for quick visual recognition and efficient electronic data capture, supporting everything from compliance tracking to performance analysis.
Visual Customization Options
Custom visuals allow you to streamline your workflow and strengthen your brand. With our customized cattle ear tags, you can include:
Unique Numbering Schemes: Define your own alphanumeric or sequential codes to match your management system.
Farm Logos or Brands: Add custom marks for professional branding and theft deterrence.
Barcodes/QR Codes: Enable fast digital lookups using scanners or mobile devices.
Color Coding: Choose from a wide palette to identify animal groups by year, breed, health status, or other categories.
Custom Text: Include property identification codes (PICs), herd names, or any relevant data.
These options transform the ear tag from a simple identifier into a key part of your livestock management strategy.
RFID Integration for Smarter Management of Customized Cattle Ear Tags
RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology takes herd tracking to the next level. Each tag contains a passive RFID chip—available in Low Frequency (LF) or Ultra-High Frequency (UHF)—with a unique ID number.
Benefits include:
Automated Data Capture: Scan tags during weighing, vaccination, or treatment to reduce errors and save time.
Improved Traceability: Link each animal to its full data profile—essential for regulatory compliance and disease control.
Accurate Identification: RFID ensures reliable reads, even when visual tags are dirty or faded.
Efficient Monitoring: Use handheld or fixed readers to track animals at gates, chutes, and feeding stations.
System Integration: Sync tag data with farm management software for insights into performance, breeding, and health history.
RFID enhances visibility across your operation, giving you real-time access to valuable herd data.
Built for Tough Conditions
Custom design and advanced tech only matter if the tag can survive the rigors of daily farm life. Our customized cattle ear tags are made from high-quality Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU), offering long-lasting durability and animal safety.
Key features:
Weather Resistance: TPU withstands extreme heat, cold, UV rays, and moisture.
Flexible & Strong: Designed to bend—not break—reducing risk of injury and tag loss.
Animal-Friendly Design: Lightweight, smooth-edged tags minimize discomfort and irritation.
Secure Locking System: Standard two-part tags (male/female) lock firmly in place using a livestock applicator. Tamper-evident options available.
Permanent Customization: Laser-engraved elements won’t fade, peel, or rub off over time.
With superior materials and smart engineering, our tags are built to last through every season.
Technical Specifications at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) |
| Visual ID | Custom: Numbers, Logos, Text, QR/Barcodes (Laser Engraved/Printed) |
| Color Options | Wide range available |
| RFID Frequency | LF (125kHz / 134.2kHz) or UHF (860–960 MHz) |
| RFID Standards | ISO 11784/11785 (LF), ISO 18000-6C (UHF) |
| Chip Type | Passive (LF or UHF) |
| Read Range | LF: up to 15 cm; UHF: up to 8 meters (dependent on reader/environment) |
| Operating Temp | -30°C to +85°C (-22°F to +185°F) |
| Storage Temp | -40°C to +100°C (-40°F to +212°F) |
| Dimensions | Female: ~70mm x 80mm; Male: ~28mm diameter |
| Durability | Waterproof (IP67/68), UV-Resistant, Abrasion-Resistant, Flexible |
| Application | Standard applicator; Tamper-evident designs available |
A Smarter Way to Tag
Our RFID-enabled customized cattle ear tags offer a winning combination of personalization, durability, and next-gen technology. Whether you’re managing a large herd or a specialty operation, these tags provide a future-proof solution designed around your needs.
Ready to upgrade your identification system?
Contact us today to explore your design options, discuss technical requirements, and receive a custom quote for ear tags that fit your operation perfectly.















