Virginia Livestock Branding
Virginia cattle brand registration is handled by VDACS. Registrations expire on a 5-year cycle, with current registrations valid until June 30, 2029. Virginia does not currently have a brand registry for horses.
Governing Body
- Agency
- Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services — VDACS
Official Brand Book
- Type
- Online PDF
- Notes
- Register of Cattle Brands PDF available. Updated annually. Current register effective July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2029.
Registration
- Application Form
- https://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/pdf/cattlebrandregister.pdf
- Registration Fee
- $10
- Renewal Cycle
- 5 years
- Notes
- Current registrations expire June 30, 2029. Cattle brands only - no horse brand registry. Must renew or transfer to maintain registration.
Laws & Regulations
- Official Statutes
- https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacodefull/title3.2/chapter61/
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