News Release

Contact: Ben Richey
270-782-9798
brichey@animalagriculture.org

ID/INFO EXPO 2005 Fast Approaching

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. –  The highly anticipated ID/INFO EXPO 2005 is fast approaching, as the summer quickly fades.  The event, scheduled for September 27-29 at the Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare Hotel, is a prime opportunity to interact with leaders in animal identification.  This one-of-a-kind conference and trade show, hosted by the National Institute for Animal Agriculture, brings together industry stakeholders to build consensus for a national animal identification system.

“Our program is shaping up to be an excellent one,” says Dr. Robert Fourdraine, chair of the NIAA Animal Identification and Information Systems Committee.  “The speakers represent a broad scope, yet bring to the table a detailed knowledge of animal identification as the U.S. moves forward with a national system.”

An updated program is available at www.animalagriculture.org, including the more than 60 speakers and their topics.  The goal of the event is to bring together the latest information on animal identification and information systems, showcase the newest technology and provide a forum for stakeholders to share concerns and success stories on animal identification. The program will feature:

• NAIS updates from across the country, including accomplishments, future plans and pilot projects;

• Implementation challenges as well as a look at private industry proposals for expediting a national ID system;

• Technological opportunities in animal identification, and other sectors’ needs from a national system; and

• Field perspective of practical technology experience.

NIAA is offering early registration discounts before August 31, in addition to NIAA member discounts. Hotel reservations are due by August 26 to receive the special rate.   Information, including registration, lodging and a preliminary schedule of events, is available on the Internet. Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are still available.  Simply log on to www.animalagriculture.org and click on the ID/INFO EXPO 2005 logo. Information can also be obtained by calling 270-782-9798.

The National Institute for Animal Agriculture provides a forum for building consensus and advancing solutions for animal agriculture and provides continuing education and communication linkages to animal agriculture professionals.  NIAA is dedicated to programs that: work towards the eradication of diseases that pose risk to the health of animals, wildlife and humans; promote a safe and wholesome food supply for our nation and abroad; and promote best practices in environmental stewardship, animal health and well-being.  NIAA members represent all facets of animal agriculture. Visit us on the Internet at www.animalagriculture.org, or call 270-782-9798.

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