L.GEN.2011 - Further development of the Sheep Genetics search site – Phase 2 Summary
Did you know, the Sheep Genetics database has been further improved to create a more efficient system for accessing and recording breeding values.
| Project start date: | 29 November 2020 |
| Project end date: | 25 January 2021 |
| Publication date: | 07 February 2022 |
| Project status: | Completed |
| Livestock species: | Sheep |
| Relevant regions: | National |
Summary
This project aims to improve the rate of genetic gain by simplifying the tools, language and descriptions offered through the Sheep Genetics (SG) results database interface. Similarly, there is much opportunity for stud producers to increase the effectiveness of delivering and presenting information on their animals, which is limited by current processes.
Objectives
Upgrade the MERINOSELECT, DOHNE MERINO and LAMBPLAN database front end interface (SG Results interfaces) so that it further simplifies the process and understanding for stud (SG and non SG) and commercial producers. This project built on the development conducted in L.GEN.1905 to provide a more seamless experience for those utilising the website to accessing breeding values.
Key findings
This project developed and implemented the following features onto the Sheep Genetics search site:
• Customise ASBVs functionality included on the sale catalogue page and mobile functionality
• Allow multiple flocks to be searchers for at once
• Sorting of traits on mobile
• Information sheet for pen cards included on export
• Being able to sort sale catalgoues by lot number
• Semen catalogues on mobile
• Implement MLP filter and tag for search results
• Update catalogue logic so that a catalogue can be edited once it is created
• Sort sale catalogues to have the most recent sales at the top of the sort
• Rename saved search functionality
• Hide flock names on the search that are inactive
• Error validation for duplicate IDs in catalogues
Benefits to industry
Key benefits of further web enhancements include:
• A more efficient system for accessing and recording of breeding values for Sheep Genetics database users.
• Simplified tools, language and descriptions offered through the database interface
MLA action
MLA continues to re-develop and improve the Sheep Genetics database and website with further phases currently being implemented.
Future research
Continual development of the Sheep Genetics database and website will continue for improved industry use for its stakeholders.
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For more information Contact Project Manager: Peta Bradley E: reports@mla.com.au |
