Technology & Precision Agriculture
Farm Data Governance Policy
A data governance policy template for farms, giving owners an outline to set rules for how data is collected, kept, shared, and deleted. Print it and keep a copy with your records.
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Sections on this template
- Purpose of the policy
- Data covered
- Who owns the data
- Who may access it
- How it is stored and protected
- How it is shared
- How long it is kept
- How it is deleted
- Review and approval
How to use this template
Treat the headings as a starting outline. Add detail under each one, and keep the finished copy with your records.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA and eXtension.
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