Safety Advice
Trade carefully and keep records clear.
Short guidance for safer livestock, farm product and equipment trade.
Safe livestock purchases
Inspect animals in person where possible, compare tags, check health records and confirm ownership before paying.
Farm visits
Meet during daylight, tell someone where you are going, and avoid carrying large amounts of cash.
Scam prevention
Be careful with unrealistic prices, stolen photos, pressure to pay deposits and sellers who avoid direct questions.
Buyer protection
Keep messages, photos, invoices and transfer agreements. Do not rely only on verbal promises.
Seller protection
Confirm buyer identity, agree collection or transport clearly, and mark listings sold when complete.
Animal transfer verification
Check the animal passport, vaccination records, ownership history and transfer status before handover.