Terms of use

1. Introduction

1.1    Smart Sheep Breeder (SSB) is developed at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, 190025, Jammu and Kashmir, India

1.2   SSB is a Farm Management Information System for efficient farm management and for describing the genetic worth of animals used in the sheep industry. Biometrical Estimated used by SSB are based on BLUP or Best Linear Unbiased Prediction, multiple Selection Indices, Individual Breeding Values and Inbreeding Coefficients. These calculations are made from raw data as provided by the users of this service. The Operators do not oversee or externally audit the collection of this data. Smart Sheep Breeder only provides an estimate of animals’ true genetic merit from that data supplied to the SSB database.

1.3   To obtain full details of the capabilities of Smart Sheep Breeder, any new User desirous of using this tool may contact the developers of this website (escritor005@gmail.com)

2. Smart Sheep Breeder reports

2.1    Smart Sheep Breeder reports regarding breeding values, Inbreeding Coefficients and subsequently the selection indices will be prepared automatically from time to time from pedigree, performance and phenotypic data supplied by the User. Reports will be available from a secure web interface only to the particular farm user or administrators.

2.2   Because the Operators do not oversee or audit the collection of data, the Operators do not guarantee the accuracy of the information provided in the reports. The FMIS is responsible for the analysis process and for the accurate transfer of data into reporting formats post analysis only.

3. SSB name

3.1    The Smart Sheep Breeder, SSB name can be used by the User for the promotion and sale of sheep that have been evaluated by Smart Sheep Breeder provided that the User:

(a)  complies with all instructions notified by the Operators regarding the use of the Smart Sheep Breeder.

(b)  uses the name solely for the promotion of the User’s breeding program or sale of sheep with BVs supplied by the Operators; and

(c)   does not use the SSB name in respect of sheep which have only been issued with an EBV from some other source.

The following statement must appear in a prominent position in any printed material that refers to the reports generated by SSB: “Smart Sheep Breeder reports are calculated from raw data collected by breeders Smart Sheep Breeder (a joint MLA and AWI program) does not oversee or audit the collection of this data and MLA and AWI do not accept any responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained in this document.”

3.2   The User must not:

(a)  represent in any way that it owns the Logos or is entitled to use the Logos other than as set out in this agreement;

(b)  apply or seek to register the Logos as a trade mark in any country;

(c)   attack or contest the property rights of the   Operators in and to the Logos; or

3.3    The User must ensure that references to Smart Sheep Breeder are accurate and do not mislead purchasers and potential purchasers of its sheep.

4. Information

4.1    The User retains ownership of its data, including pedigree, phenotypic performance and calculated breeding values.

4.2    The User may elect to remove its data from the Smart Sheep Breeder, on a whole flock basis, by giving notice to the Operators. The data will be removed within 180 days from receipt of the notice.

5. Use of information

5.1    The User acknowledges that information submitted to Smart Sheep Breeder forms an invaluable database for Smart Sheep Breeder continuing development and research.

5.2   The User agrees to allow the Operators to use and sub-licence data collected by it, Smart Sheep Breeder service providers and other accredited operators as well as all the calculated reports for:

(a)  general development of Smart Sheep Breeder, including genetic parameter estimation, fixed effects determination and industry standard indices;

(b)  the genetic evaluation of animals;

(c)   genetic trend development and producing reports;

(d)  research and development projects undertaken in the field of Animal Genetics and Breeding; and

(e)  provision of services to the industry.

5.3   The Operators may publish the inferences drawn from the data generated from the animals, such as indexes of animals.

5.4    The Operators may use the User’s name and specifically identify its sheep when it publishes Smart Sheep Breeder publications from time to time unless the User indicates on the subscription form that the User does not consent to the Operators using its details or specifically identifying its sheep in any Smart Sheep Breeder publications.

9. Privacy

If you do not provide personal information requested, you may not be able to participate in Smart Sheep Breeder. You are able to access your personal information held by Smart Sheep Breeder, subject to certain legal exceptions. Smart Sheep Breeder takes reasonable steps to make sure that the personal information Smart Sheep Breeder collects, uses or discloses is accurate, complete and up-to-date and you may request that Smart Sheep Breeder corrects incorrect personal information.