FETF 2026 Livestock Grant Guide: Secure 50% Funding
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Accurate, Efficient & Data‑Driven Livestock Management
Weighing and EID systems are essential tools for modern livestock farming, providing accurate, real-time data that helps farmers make informed decisions about animal health, performance and productivity.
Whether you manage cattle, sheep or mixed livestock, reliable weighing equipment and electronic identification technology allow you to monitor growth rates, track treatments, manage breeding programmes and meet compliance requirements with ease.
As UK farming becomes increasingly data-driven, high-quality weighing and EID systems are vital for improving efficiency, profitability and welfare across the herd or flock.
Farming Solutions comprehensive range of Weighing & EID Systems includes weigh scales, load bars, indicators, EID readers, weigh crates, integrated drafting units and software solutions designed to support farms of all sizes. Built for accuracy, durability and ease of use, these systems help streamline livestock management in both yard and field environments.
Accurate data is the foundation of effective livestock management. Weighing and EID systems offer a wide range of benefits:
For UK farmers, these systems are indispensable for meeting industry standards and improving long-term productivity.
Accurate data is the foundation of effective livestock management. Weighing and EID systems offer a wide range of benefits:
For UK farmers, these systems are indispensable for meeting industry standards and improving long‑term productivity.
Our Weighing & EID Systems category includes everything you need to build a reliable, efficient and fully integrated data‑capture setup.
We offer a wide selection of digital weigh scale indicators designed for:
Indicators range from simple entry-level models to advanced units with drafting and data‑analysis capabilities.
Load bars and platforms provide the foundation for accurate weighing. Features include:
These components ensure reliable performance year after year.
For sheep, calves and smaller livestock, weigh crates offer:
Integrated weigh‑and‑draft systems are ideal for high‑throughput operations.
Electronic identification is essential for compliance and performance recording.
We supply:
These tools make EID management fast, accurate and stress‑free.
For farms requiring high efficiency, automatic drafting systems offer:
Ideal for large sheep flocks and high‑throughput cattle operations.
Modern livestock management relies on accessible, accurate data. Many of our systems integrate with:
This allows farmers to analyse performance, track trends and make informed decisions.
Weighing and EID equipment must withstand the realities of British farming—mud, rain, cold weather and heavy use. Our systems are built with:
This ensures accurate, dependable data in all conditions.
A well‑designed weighing and EID system is one of the most effective investments you can make in your livestock enterprise. By capturing accurate data with minimal stress on animals, these systems help you:
Whether you’re managing cattle, sheep or mixed livestock, weighing and EID technology supports smarter, more efficient farming.
Explore our full range of Weighing & EID Systems to find durable, accurate and welfare‑friendly solutions designed for UK farming. Whether you’re upgrading existing equipment or building a new data‑driven handling system, we can help you choose the perfect tools to support your livestock enterprise.
Integrating weighing and EID systems into your handling routine is a critical step for modern, data-driven livestock management. Below are the key questions and answers regarding these technologies.
The biggest efficiency gains occur when your EID reader and weighing system work together. Modern indicators can automatically pair an animal’s electronic ID with its weight, eliminating manual entry and the risk of mixing up animals. This allows you to monitor individual growth rates, optimize feeding and finishing times, and identify poor performers early for targeted intervention.
Yes. The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026 provides 50% funding for a wide range of FETF approved items, including EID panel readers, handheld devices, and electronic weigh systems. This includes specific items for both sheep (e.g., FETF74, FETF75) and cattle (e.g., FETF68, FETF79SH)
Defra has announced that electronic ID tags will become mandatory for all newborn calves in England from 2027. New regulations regarding cattle identification and registration are expected to begin as early as summer 2026.
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Effective integration depends on reader placement. Panel readers are best positioned at the entry to the crush or inside the weighing crate where cattle naturally pause, allowing for hands-free data capture. For mobile work, EID stick readers offer portability for scanning animals during dosing or routine checks without needing fixed equipment.
For practical guidance, see: How to Integrate EID Readers Into Your Cattle Handling System
Smart livestock equipment improves traceability and accuracy, which is vital for monitoring and controlling Bovine TB. By instantly logging movements and test results into farm software, you can build a complete digital record that simplifies compliance and reporting.
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Electronic Identification has been mandatory for sheep in the UK since 2010, yet many farms still underuse its full potential. When integrated with handling systems, EID can transform flock management by enabling automatic drafting by weight, age, or management group.
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The cleanest setup is a straight run where the race feeds directly into a weigh crate, followed immediately by a drafting gate. This ensures one forward movement, where the weight and EID read trigger the draft decision without breaking the flow.
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The HR4 is an excellent entry point for straightforward data collection. The HR5 is a more advanced device featuring a full alphanumeric keypad, allowing you to record up to 9 custom traits (such as breed or pregnancy status) per animal and link mothers to offspring directly in the yard.
To qualify for grants, electronic weigh systems must be able to record individual animal weights, track live weight gains, and be EID compatible. Load bars must typically have a capacity of 2000kg for large equipment or 500kg for smaller livestock such as lambs and calves.
Window Closes: Midday on 28th April 2026.
Our Recommendation: To ensure your bespoke yard design and itemised quotes are ready for submission, please request your quotes by 21st April 2026. Applications submitted in the final 48 hours often face technical delays on the RPA portal.
Avoid costly mistakes, get the correct specs, and improve your chances of a successful FETF application.
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