Premises registration is an effort to identify all the locations in the United States where livestock and/or poultry are raised or housed. It's the first step in improving animal disease response. You can request a premises identification number (PIN) by:

• Completing the application on your State's department of agriculture Web site (where available) or
• Contacting your State or Tribal NAIS Administrator.

The process is fast, simple, and free. You will need to provide some basic information about where your animals are located and your contact information.

Here are some important points to consider when making your decision:

1. Premises registration is free.
2. The application process is quick - you simply fill out a short form with your contact information.
3. Obtaining a PIN does not require you to participate in the other two NAIS components (Animal Identification and Animal Tracing).
4. USDA maintains limited premises information and will protect individuals' private information and confidential business information from disclosure.

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