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Veterinarian Equipment


50% Cost Share
$5,000 Max
Veterinarian Eligibility Requirements
Application must be pre-approved prior to equipment purchase in order to qualify.
2009 Application  (print friendly pdf)
EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES GUIDELINES
Applicants can only receive one Veterinarian Equipment cost share reimbursement per year.
Premises Registration
Application Period
CLOSED
Reimbursement Deadline
December 1, 2009
Eligible Items
  1. Mobile Veterinary Unit Inserts
  2. Mobile Veterinary Full Body Units
  3. Head Gate
  4. Squeeze Chute*
  5. Palpation Cage
  6. Holding Chute or Pen
  7. Working Chute
  8. Radio Frequency Readers
    (must be capable of reading animal identification approved by U.S. Department of Agriculture)
  9. Computer & software for reading scanners
    (must provide recording and transmittal of animal identification)
  1. Loading and Unloading Area
  2. Crowding Tub and Gate
  3. Hoof Trimming Table/Chute
  4. Animal Scales*
  5. Semen Tank
  6. Cattle BSE Equipment
    limited to the following items:
    a. Electroejaculator and leads
    b. Semen collection device and holder
    c. Insulated jacket for cold weather
    d. Microscope
    e. Warming stage for cold weather
    f. Semen stains and fixatives
Ineligible Items
  1. Used Equipment
  2. Cash Receipts
  1. Equipment Foundation
    concrete eligible for items marked                         with * only, labor not included
For additional information contact:
Dr. Charlie Hatcher, State Veterinarian (615) 837-5189
Wendy L. Lofton, Livestock Marketing Specialist (615) 837-5309 vip.feedercattle@TN.gov