Saskatchewan farmers who trace livestock to get rebate from government

Saskatchewan farmers who voluntarily trace their livestock will get money from the government to help cover their costs. Agriculture Minister Bob Bjornerud says the province has set aside $5 million so it can provide a rebate of up to 70 per cent. The rebate is intended to help pay for the purchase or lease of identification devices and computer software. Cattle, bison, sheep, goat, hog and cervid producers will be eligible, as will feedlot operators, auction marts, veterinary clinics and meat processors. There will be a cap of between $50,000 and $100,000, depending on the facility. The rebate is retroactive to April 1 and the deadline for applications is Jan. 31, 2013. [link]