n The orange tag is a simple numbering of the buffalo for keeping track of the number of buffaloes. Plus the number is electronically associated with the electronic ID, which is stored in the computer. 

n The blue tag is the metallic cover under which the smart card has been locked for safety purposes. Since buffaloes cannot be expected to maintain any kind of discipline, the blue metallic cover ensures that there is no damage to the card inside.

n At the time of allocating the electronic ID, a link is created with the physical ID.

n The card stores a host of information on the buffalo mainly on three counts—

Feeding: The farm has a unique feeding system that feeds the buffaloes correctly. The buffalo can never eat more than a certain programmed portion of daily ration at one time. The total ration is fed over 24 hours in small amounts from half a kg to two kg.

Milking: Everytime the buffalo enters the parlor, the transponders in the strap (blue tag) is identified. On the milking point controller (MPC), a warning lamp lights up at the appointed symbol if the buffalo is not milked or if the milk is not directed to the tank. If the buffalo has not produced as much as expected, the warning lights will glow.

Breeding: This contains information on the genetic stock of the animal and all aspects related to animal rearing related to pregnancies, vaccinations, any diseases. This has resulted in 15 to 20% improvement in total milk yield. The national average of buffalo milk yield in the country is 800-1000 litres in 300 days. At the Chitale dairy farm, they are able to achieve 2500 litres in 300 days. 

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