Ear Notching Test

Why do we notch the ears of pigs?

• For identification

• For fun

• So they will stand out

• We don't

The pig's left ear represents what?

• Litter Number

• Individual Number

• Age

• Breed

The pig's right ear represents what?

• Litter Number

• Individual Number

• Age

• Breed

What order do you read ear notches?

• Litter Number- Individual Number

• Individual Number- Litter Number

What is the maximum number of notches allowed in each quadrant?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Using an ear notch identification system on pigs is expensive method.

• true

• false

At what age is it best to ear notch pigs?

• 1-3 days

• 1-3 months old

• 10-14 days

• 5-7 months old

The ear notching system gives each pig an individual identity.

• true

• false

What tool is used to ear notch pigs?

• a brander

• a knife

• a special notcher

• a pair of scissors

When reading the notches on a pig's ear, to get the number for that ear, you...

• add the values for each notch together

• just add the total number of notches together

• every farmer has its own code and you have to know it

• multiply the value of the 1st notch by total # of notches