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Z-Tags (Rating: 9)
Kassandre Moulton
Mayberry with her Z-Tag
Z-Tags are eartags that can be used in cattle of all sizes. They are one piece rather than two, starting out straight then folding over after piercing. I have used them on my cattle for about six years, and have not lost a single one to ripping, etc. even when my cattle are out to pasture. The one piece design seems to help the tag to stay put, since there isn’t the chance of one piece getting lost and in turn losing the second piece. I have used the yellow and orange tags and they stay readable for many years at long distances, particularly the yellow. According to the Z-Tag website, there are a variety of colors available. Tags can also be printed with your farm name, etc. in addition to the numbers, and they can be written on with a marker. The one drawback with these tags is that the application is slightly complicated and uses a special applicator, but after a little practice, it’s fairly simple. I have also been pleased with the Z-Tag company as they often run promotions where you can send in to get free tags or a free applicator. I purchase my Z-Tags through the Nasco Farm & Ranch Catalog, but they can also be purchased in a variety of farm stores and online.
