High-quality data is essential for accurate ASBVs and ongoing genetic gain. Better pedigree, performance and genomic data improves evaluation accuracy, helping breeders make more informed selection decisions.
To support data quality, Sheep Genetics provides members with a Data Quality Score (DQS) Report, which assesses key factors including pedigree completeness, trait recording, genomic information, progeny data, genetic linkage, data submission timeliness and the measurement of economically important traits.
Each flock receives a score, star rating and tailored recommendations to identify opportunities for improvement. The DQS Report remains an important extension tool for helping breeders improve data quality and maximise genetic progress.
Sheep Genetics continues to recognise breeders who demonstrate excellence in data recording and submission practices through its 5-Star Data Quality Awards distributed twice a year.
These results demonstrate breeders' ongoing commitment to high-quality data, supporting more accurate and effective genetic evaluations.