Dise？o de un sistema de identificación electrónica y su potencial uso en la trazabilidad de la carne bovina

an electronic identification (eid) system was designed for livestock and its potential use in beef traceability was considered. radio-frequency identification (rfid) technology was used, along with a web-orientated information system involving the different actors in the meat chain. the rfid reader device was tested and operated in real conditions, accurate readings beingobtainedat a 5-10 cm distance from an animal's skin. although there were some limitations regarding the ergonomics involved in its use, the secould be improved, allowing itsgreater ease of use.