Print scannable barcode labels for each animal so collection staff can use Quick Milk and Animal Scan without typing.
Overview
Every animal can have a printed barcode label attached to its ear tag or stall. The barcode is used at the collection yard for fast scanning in Quick Milk and Animal Scan.
When you create an animal, the barcode defaults to the Tag / Ear ID if you leave it blank. You can also set a custom numeric barcode. Labels are printed as a PDF from the animal record.
How It Works
Barcode labels are generated from the Print menu on any animal form. The PDF shows the barcode image, animal name, and tag ID – sized for standard label printers or A4 cut-out.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Go to Dairy → Masters → Animals and open the animal.
- Confirm Tag / Ear ID is filled in (barcode uses this if Barcode field is empty).
- Optionally set a custom Barcode field for dedicated scan codes.
- Click Print (printer icon or Print menu) → Animal Barcode Label.
- Print the PDF and attach the label to the animal’s ear tag or stall board.
- Test by scanning in Quick Milk or Animal Scan.
Fields Table
| Field Name | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
Tag / Ear ID |
Unique physical identifier. Required. Becomes default barcode. |
TAG-1042 |
Barcode |
Scannable code on the label. Auto-fills from Tag ID if empty. |
TAG-1042 |
Reference |
Internal system reference (also scannable). |
ANM/00045 |
Animal Name |
Printed on the label below the barcode. |
Gauri |
Label PDF |
Print output with barcode image and animal details. |
Barcode-TAG-1042.pdf |
Field Explanations
Below is a detailed explanation of each field listed in the table above.
Tag / Ear ID
Unique physical identifier. Required. Becomes default barcode. For example: TAG-1042.
Barcode
Scannable code on the label. Auto-fills from Tag ID if empty. For example: TAG-1042.
Reference
Internal system reference (also scannable). For example: ANM/00045.
Animal Name
Printed on the label below the barcode. For example: Gauri.
Label PDF
Print output with barcode image and animal details. For example: Barcode-TAG-1042.pdf.
Tips
- Print labels when registering new animals: Make barcode printing part of your onboarding routine for every new cow or buffalo.
- Keep barcodes unique: Duplicate barcodes will be rejected by the system – each animal needs its own code.
Common Mistakes
- Printing before saving the animal – Save the record first so the barcode is generated.
- Faded or damaged labels – Replace labels that scanners cannot read; use tag ID as backup.
- Duplicate barcodes across animals – System enforces unique barcodes.