North Carolina Livestock Branding

North Carolina brand registration is handled by the Veterinary Division of NCDA&CS. Brands cannot contain any numbers and must be distinct from existing registered brands. Registration applies to cattle, horses, ponies, mules, and asses.

Governing Body

Agency: NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services — Veterinary Division
Website: https://www.ncagr.gov/veterinary/lsbrandregistration/open
Phone: (919) 707-3250
Email: [email protected]
Address: 1030 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1030

Official Brand Book

Type: Physical Only
Notes: No online brand search available. Brand records maintained by Veterinary Division.

Registration

Registration Info: https://www.ncagr.gov/veterinary/lsbrandregistration/open
Registration Fee: $25
Notes: Brands cannot contain numbers. Must submit exact likeness of brand. Applies to cattle, horses, ponies, mules, and asses.

Laws & Regulations

Official Statutes: https://www.ncleg.gov/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/PDF/ByArticle/Chapter_80/Article_8.pdf

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We're working on adding North Carolina brand data to Ranch Brand Search. In the meantime, use the official resources above to search for brands.

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