eAML2: Monthly Pig Movements by Reporting Type and Consignment Size

eAML2 system data reports monthly pig movements by reporting type and average consignment size. Figures include total consignments, total animals moved, and average size, captured via direct electronic entry or bureau reporting. The dataset is provided by the Government Digital Service but was retired and is no longer updated as of May 25, 2023.

Use Cases

• Analyze trends in electronic versus paper-based movement reporting over time.
• Model average livestock shipment sizes for supply chain planning.
• Monitor compliance and adoption rates of digital reporting systems in the pig industry.

Strengths

• Data is structured around three reported metrics: total consignments, total animals, and average consignment size.
• Distinguishes between two reporting methods: direct electronic entry and bureau submission.

Limitations

• Description metadata is limited; actual data quality requires manual inspection after download.
• Last update date is unknown; freshness unverified.
• Row count is unknown, which may limit suitability assessment.

Provenance

Source

Government Digital Service

Collection Method

Likely administrative data reported to the eAML2 system or via bureaus.

Time Range

Monthly reporting, but specific temporal coverage is unknown.

Freshness

Retired and not updated after May 25, 2023.

Geography

Coverage is not specified but likely relates to the EU given the platform.