Current situation of animal identification and recording systems in developing countries and countries with economies in transition.

Abstract Animal identification and recording have a critical role to play in enhancing food security and rural development, particularly in the poor countries of the world. A survey was conducted to assess the current status of animal identification and recording (AIR also with donor subsidies. Pedigree recording systems are financed by government and breed societies. Most AIR private organisations, research institutions and universities run 20.5%, 9.1% and 6.8 %, respectively.