LMA-VACC Frequently Asked Questions
Why did LMA develop the LMA-VACC program? |
What will it take to make this program successful for markets and producers? |
| What makes the LMA-VACC program unique, when comparing it to other, similar programs? LMA-VACC is unique because it is the first national program. The program standards are the same for every state. That means that buyers can be assured that no matter where they buy calves with the LMA-VACC ear tag, the preconditioning will be uniform. |
| Why are there three separate levels in LMA-VACC? The three levels accommodate various production practices throughout the U.S., and should allow virtually all calf producers to participate in some way. |
| Will there be one ear tag for all three levels? Yes. Using just one tag will simplify the program for markets and producers. The one-tag system will allow producers to move from one level to another, if they wish, without the added expense of buying new tags, and the hassle of re-working the calves to add new tags. |
| How will the market confirm that calves are at their certified level? The market will require the producer to fill out certification forms, which will ask specific questions about the vaccinations, date of treatment and the procedure used to give them. LMA also suggests that markets require producers to return the certification forms at least two weeks prior to sale. This will verify that producers have given vaccines at the proper time; and it will help the market accurately describe and advertise the cattle. |
| How will a buyer know the difference between level one, two and three calves? The paperwork will follow the calves through the market, describing the level for which the cattle are certified. The market could do a number of things to insure that buyers are aware that cattle are a certain level: pre-sale advertising could specify what levels will be offered; the auctioneer could announce the level when the cattle enter the ring; or on sale day, all calves of the same level could be sold together, etc. |
| How does a producer obtain a LMA-VACC tag for his/her calves? The producer should visit the nearest LMA member market and obtain the necessary information and certification forms and the tags. |
| How much will the tag cost? That will be the decision of the individual market owner. |
| How can producers find their nearest LMA member market? Producers can call LMA at 1-800-821-2048. |
| How does the LMA-VACC program fit in with other preconditioning/state beef quality assurance (BQA) programs? LMA-VACC will be very compatible with most of them. These programs emphasize proper management techniques, which are a cornerstone of LMA-VACC. |
| If LMA-VACC is combined with state BQA or similar programs, must the calves carry the LMA-VACC tag? Yes. Even if the calves qualify for other preconditioning/BQA programs, calves presented as part of the LMA-VACC program, must carry the LMA-VACC tag. Markets can, however, also announce or advertise in advance that the calves meet other preconditioning program standards. |
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