The aim of this project is to execute the development and implementation of the Livestock Identification Program in AlUla County with the objective to support livestock development and consumer protection by

• Improving livestock management and sustainability of livestock farming
• Improving animal disease control including respond to disease outbreaks
• Improving food products’ safety by traceability and reducing foodborne diseases
• Improving market access for farmers

The project objective is therefore the development and implementation of an efficient LIS  for all sheep, goats, cattle and camel in AlUla covering the core functionalities of registration of establishments, the identification and registration of animals, movement control in/out or within AlUla, and identification device management as well as the additional functionality of an animal health component relating to animal health issues of public relevance.

The service includes the assessment of the existing livestock identification in KSA, the design of a sustainable and customized LIS for AlUla, the development of the respective software application, the training of user groups on the test environment, an awareness campaign for all stakeholders of the system, the pilot and full rollout of the production system, the ownership transfer to the competent authority, and a maintenance service period after handing over of the system.

The system is in compliance with best practices of international standard setting organizations in terms of data collection, control and processing.