The Vet Practice

What's a PIC?

PIC stands for Property Identification Code. And at the moment, all Victorian Livestock owners are required to have one of these.

The PIC data provides the DPI (Department of Primary Industry) with up to date information about Victoria's livestock populations - where they're located and who owns them.

This information is invaluable in situations where an emergency response is needed such as: disease outbreaks or bushfires.

Until now, this Legislation only covered livestock such as sheep and cattle and other farm animals but did not include horses. However, from July 1st 2010 - it will be compulsory for all Victorian horse owners to have a PIC identifying the properties where they keep their horses.

Applying for a PIC

Applying for a PIC is free of charge.

An application form can be downloaded from the DPI website or it can be mailed to you. Simply call the DPI helpline on 1800 678 779

What information do I need to provide?

You'll need to supply your name, address and other contact details as well as the council property number or rates assesssment number of the property on which your horses are kept.

You also need to indicate the number of horses kept at that location.

Already have a PIC?

There is no need for property owners who already have a PIC to apply for another. You'll just need to inform the DPI that you also have horses on that property if you haven't already indicated this on your original application.

Agistment property owners and Racing stables will also be required to have a PIC.

Need more information?

Further information can be obtained by phoning the DPI Hotline on 1800 678 779