Our Most Powerful Feature

Breeding Value Estimation (BLUP)

We estimate breeding values using the BLUP (Best Linear Unbiased Prediction) method — the key to genetic progress. Using fixed effects and covariance matrices, we reveal each animal's true genetic potential.

This allows you to obtain reliable breeding values, free of environmental factors, and maximize your flock's genetic progress.

Fixed Effects Covariance Matrix Relationship Matrix Environmental Correction Multi-Trait
y = Xβ + Zu + e
Mixed Model Equation
y

Observation vector

X

Fixed-effects design matrix

β

Fixed-effects parameter vector

Z

Random-effects design matrix

u

Random-effects vector

e

Error (residual) vector

BLUP Advantages

Why Breeding Value Estimation?

Determining True Genetic Potential

An animal's observed performance can be influenced by environmental conditions and management practices. Breeding value estimation separates out these effects, revealing the potential that truly reflects the individual's genetic makeup.

Objective and Scientific Selection

Breeding values are calculated by jointly evaluating pedigree information and performance records. This approach makes selection decisions independent of personal judgment, creating a scientific, repeatable, and comparable framework.

Genetic Progress

Genetic progress is the fundamental indicator of a breeding program. Breeding value estimation ensures the accurate identification of genetically superior individuals, paving the way for lasting, sustainable genetic improvement across the population.

Separating Environmental Effects

Environmental factors such as feeding, housing, and management conditions directly affect performance. Breeding value estimation separates these effects out of the analysis, increasing the accuracy of genetic evaluation.

Efficient Use of Resources

Identifying the right breeding animals ensures efficient use of time and financial resources. Preventing incorrect selection strengthens the effectiveness and sustainability of breeding programs.

Long-Term Flock Productivity

Breeding selection based on scientific foundations improves not only short-term performance but also the flock's long-term productivity and structural quality. This approach enables the implementation of planned, goal-oriented breeding strategies.

Other Features

All System Features

Animal Recording System

Record and manage all your small ruminants on a single platform.

  • Electronic ear tag integration
  • Pedigree tracking
  • Animal status and location information
  • Bulk data transfer

Birth Records

Keep detailed birth records.

  • Fertility records for breeding females
  • Lamb/Kid survival analysis
  • Kinship relationships
  • Healthy Flock Management

Growth and Development Features

Track growth and development traits with periodic live-weight checks.

  • Periodic live-weight checks
  • Calculation of average daily weight gain
  • Comparative growth-development charts

Reporting and Analysis

Performance tracking with detailed project-based reports, comparative analyses, and visualized data.

  • Project performance reports
  • Breed comparisons
  • Comparison of rearing tiers
  • Excel export support

Multi-Level Authorization

Different permissions and customized panels at the Coordinator, Leader, and Field Staff levels.

  • Coordinator – Head office management panel
  • Leader – Project management panel
  • Field Staff – Data entry panel
  • Role-based access control

Security and Backup

Your data is safe. Regular backups, encrypted connections, and data-protection-compliant infrastructure.

  • SSL-encrypted data transfer
  • Daily automatic backups
  • Data-protection-compliant processing
  • Access logs and monitoring
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