Privacy Policy

Granjero de Bauer

Effective Date: May 17, 2026

At Granjero de Bauer, we are committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, integrity, and lawful handling of all personal, operational, technical, and business information shared with us through our agricultural, livestock, certification, training, consulting, auditing, verification, and market-support services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, store, protect, disclose, and manage information relating to:

• clients, farmers, cooperatives, trainees, partners, suppliers, affiliates, employees, and website users.

Our privacy practices are designed to support:

• professional accountability,

• operational transparency,

• data security,

• regulatory compliance,

• and responsible agricultural service delivery.

1. Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to all services and activities carried out by Granjero de Bauer, including but not limited to:

• farm audits and inspections,

• livestock and crop assessments,

• certification support,

• training and capacity building,

• advisory and extension services,

• traceability systems,

• digital farm records,

• research and field studies,

• consultancy engagements,

• and online or offline communications.

This policy also applies to: our website, digital forms and prooducts, electronic communication systems, cloud-based storage systems, mobile communications and operational documentation platforms.

2. Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Granjero de Bauer recognizes privacy and data protection as both a legal and ethical responsibility.

Our operations are structured to align, where applicable, with:

• Nigerian data protection and cybersecurity laws,

• African regional data governance frameworks,

• and internationally recognized privacy and information protection principles.

This includes alignment with:

• the Nigeria Data Protection Commission regulatory framework,

• the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA),

• African Union data governance principles,

• and globally accepted standards relating to privacy, confidentiality, digital security, and responsible information management.

Where international collaborations or cross-border services exist, Granjero de Bauer may additionally apply internationally recognized privacy standards and contractual confidentiality obligations.

3. Information We Collect

To provide professional agricultural and livestock services effectively, we may collect different categories of information.

A. Personal Information

This may include:

• names,

• phone numbers,

• email addresses,

• identification details,

• organizational affiliations,

• payment information,

• and communication records.

B. Farm and Operational Information

Depending on the nature of engagement, we may collect:

• farm locations,

• livestock inventory data,

• crop production records,

• certification records,

• traceability information,

• biosecurity records,

• audit findings,

• photographs,

• geospatial or mapping information,

• and operational performance data.

C. Technical and Website Information

Our systems may automatically collect:

• IP addresses,

• browser information,

• device information,

• website usage activity,

• cookies,

• and digital interaction records.

This information helps improve system security, user experience, and operational performance.

4. Purpose of Data Collection

Information collected by Granjero de Bauer is used strictly for legitimate operational and professional purposes.

These include:

• delivering contracted services,

• conducting audits and assessments,

• providing certification support,

• maintaining traceability systems,

• communicating with clients,

• processing payments,

• preparing reports and documentation,

• supporting training activities,

• conducting research and analysis,

• improving operational systems,

• and maintaining legal and regulatory compliance.

We only collect information reasonably necessary for the intended service or operational activity.

5. Confidentiality and Professional Protection

Agricultural operations often involve commercially sensitive information, including:

• production systems,

• financial records,

• breeding systems,

• farm performance,

• supply chains,

• proprietary methodologies,

• and certification data.

Granjero de Bauer treats such information as confidential unless:

• disclosure is legally required,

• expressly authorized by the client,

• or necessary for certification, regulatory, or compliance processes.

Employees, consultants, affiliates, auditors, and contractors working with us are expected to operate under confidentiality obligations and ethical professional standards.

6. Data Protection and Security Measures

We implement reasonable administrative, physical, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect information against:

• unauthorized access,

• misuse,

• loss,

• theft,

• destruction,

• alteration,

• or unlawful disclosure.

Protection measures may include:

• password-controlled systems,

• restricted access permissions,

• encrypted digital storage,

• secure communication channels,

• backup systems,

• internal confidentiality procedures,

• and controlled documentation access.

However, while we strive to maintain strong protection systems, no digital or physical system can guarantee absolute security.

7. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

Granjero de Bauer does not sell client information.

Information may only be shared under limited circumstances, including:

• certification verification processes,

• regulatory compliance,

• legal obligations,

• veterinary or public health emergencies,

• authorized partner collaborations,

• payment processing,

• logistics coordination,

• or client-approved reporting structures.

Where third-party service providers are involved, we seek to ensure that appropriate confidentiality and data protection expectations are maintained.

8. Website Usage and Cookies

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to:

• improve website functionality,

• understand visitor interaction,

• enhance user experience,

• and support system performance monitoring.

Users may manage cookie preferences through their browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

9. Data Retention

Information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• fulfill operational purposes,

• meet legal or regulatory obligations,

• maintain certification records,

• resolve disputes,

• support audits,

• or preserve traceability systems.

Retention periods may vary depending on:

• service category,

• contractual obligations,

• regulatory requirements,

• or operational necessity.

10. Client and User Rights

Subject to applicable laws and operational limitations, individuals may have rights relating to:

• access to personal information,

• correction of inaccurate records,

• withdrawal of consent where applicable,

• restriction of certain processing activities,

• or lawful requests for deletion.

Certain records may still require retention where:

• legally required,

• contractually necessary,

• or operationally essential for traceability and compliance purposes.

11. Agricultural Traceability and Compliance Records

Because Granjero de Bauer operates within certification, traceability, and agricultural compliance systems, some operational records may need to remain accessible for:

• food safety verification,

• livestock traceability,

• disease control,

• audit verification,

• supply chain accountability,

• and regulatory review.

Such records may include:

• animal identification data,

• treatment records,

• movement records,

• farm inspection findings,

• or production documentation.

These systems are maintained not only for operational efficiency but also for public health and market integrity.

12. Protection of Minors

Our services are not intentionally directed toward minors without appropriate supervision or institutional involvement.

Where youth agricultural training or educational programmes are conducted, participation and data handling shall be managed responsibly and in accordance with applicable safeguarding expectations.

13. International Operations and Cross-Border Collaboration

Where projects involve international organizations, export systems, certification bodies, development partners, or multinational supply chains, information handling may involve cross-border coordination.

In such situations, Granjero de Bauer seeks to maintain:

• lawful processing standards,

• professional confidentiality,

• contractual protections,

• and internationally acceptable information management practices.

14. Limitation of Liability

While Granjero de Bauer takes reasonable steps to protect information and operational systems, users acknowledge that:

• digital systems carry inherent risks,

• internet transmission is not completely secure,

• and certain risks may exist beyond our direct control.

Users therefore agree that reasonable operational safeguards constitute the standard of protection obligation.

15. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect:

• operational improvements,

• regulatory developments,

• technological changes,

• or evolving compliance requirements.

Updated versions shall become effective upon publication through official Granjero de Bauer communication channels.

16. Contact and Privacy Requests

Questions, concerns, or requests relating to privacy, confidentiality, or information handling may be directed through our official communication channels:

Granjero de Bauer Contact Page

Requests should clearly describe:

• the nature of the concern,

• the information involved,

• and the requested action where applicable.

17. Final Statement

At Granjero de Bauer, privacy protection is integrated into our broader commitment to:

• agricultural professionalism,

• traceability,

• operational accountability,

• responsible certification,

• food safety,

• and ethical service delivery.

By engaging with our services, website, programmes, or affiliated systems, users acknowledge and accept the principles outlined within this Privacy Policy.