Community Guidelines
Effective Date: August 16, 2025
Last Updated: August 16, 2025
Welcome to the Krishi Circle community! These guidelines help us maintain a supportive, informative, and respectful environment for all farmers, veterinarians, and agricultural professionals.
🌱 Knowledge Sharing
We believe in the power of collective wisdom. Every farmer's experience, whether success or failure, contributes to our community's growth.
🤝 Mutual Respect
We respect diverse farming practices, regional differences, and varying scales of operation. From small backyard farms to large commercial operations, everyone is valued.
📚 Continuous Learning
Agriculture evolves constantly. We encourage questions, experimentation, and sharing of both traditional wisdom and modern techniques.
💚 Farmer First
Every interaction should ultimately benefit the farming community. Commercial interests must align with farmer welfare.
🛡️ Trust and Safety
We maintain a safe space where farmers can openly discuss challenges without fear of exploitation or judgment.
Content Guidelines
✅ What We Encourage
#### Farm Stories and Updates
• Daily farming activities and routines
• Seasonal preparations and harvest updates
• Infrastructure improvements and innovations
• Success stories and milestones
• Challenges faced and solutions found#### Educational Content
• Farming techniques and best practices
• Disease prevention and management strategies
• Feed formulation and nutrition tips
• Climate adaptation methods
• Cost-saving techniques
• Government scheme information#### Market Intelligence
• Current market prices (with location)
• Demand and supply trends
• Buyer/seller connections
• Product quality discussions
• Fair pricing advocacy#### Health and Veterinary
• Disease symptoms and early detection
• Vaccination schedules and reminders
• Biosecurity measures
• Treatment experiences (with vet consultation)
• Preventive care discussions#### Community Support
• Seeking advice for specific problems
• Offering help to fellow farmers
• Regional farming groups
• Collaborative buying/selling
• Emergency assistance❌ What's Not Allowed
#### Non-Agricultural Content
• Personal content unrelated to farming
• Political propaganda or campaigning
• Religious conversion attempts
• Entertainment/movie content
• General news unrelated to agriculture#### Harmful Misinformation
• Unverified disease cures
• Dangerous farming practices
• False market manipulation
• Fake government schemes
• Misleading product claims#### Exploitative Behavior
• Price manipulation or hoarding
• Pyramid schemes or MLMs
• Predatory lending offers
• Farmer data harvesting
• Unfair contract farming terms#### Illegal Activities
• Sale of banned pesticides/chemicals
• Wildlife trade or poaching
• Prescription medicine without authorization
• Counterfeit products
• Tax evasion schemes#### Inappropriate Content
• Sexual or pornographic material
• Graphic violence or animal cruelty
• Hate speech or discrimination
• Personal attacks or harassment
• Privacy violations
📝 Posting Guidelines
#### Be Authentic
• Share genuine experiences
• Use real photos from your farm
• Provide accurate information
• Disclose commercial interests
• Admit when you don't know something#### Be Helpful
• Answer questions if you have experience
• Share resources and contacts
• Provide context with your advice
• Follow up on previous discussions
• Thank those who help you#### Be Clear
• Use simple language
• Provide relevant details
• Specify your location when relevant
• Include measurements/quantities
• Add photos when helpful#### Be Respectful
• Acknowledge different viewpoints
• Avoid personal attacks
• Respect regional practices
• Don't mock questions
• Maintain professional tone#### Do's:
• Add value to discussions
• Ask clarifying questions
• Share related experiences
• Provide constructive feedback
• Appreciate good content#### Don'ts:
• Spam with promotional content
• Hijack threads with unrelated topics
• Use abusive language
• Share others' personal information
• Spread unverified rumors🏪 Marketplace Conduct
#### For Sellers:
• Provide accurate product descriptions
• Use actual product photos
• Clearly state prices and terms
• Respond promptly to inquiries
• Honor agreed prices#### For Buyers:
• Ask relevant questions before buying
• Respect sellers' time
• Honor purchase commitments
• Provide honest reviews
• Report suspicious listings👨⚕️ Veterinary Consultation Etiquette
#### For Farmers:
• Provide complete information about symptoms
• Share clear photos/videos when requested
• Follow prescribed treatments properly
• Report treatment outcomes
• Don't share prescriptions with others#### For Veterinarians:
• Respond within promised timeframes
• Provide clear instructions
• Explain diagnosis in simple terms
• Follow up on critical cases
• Maintain patient confidentiality
Enforcement and Consequences
⚠️ Warning System
We use a progressive enforcement approach:
First Violation: Educational warning with guideline clarification
Second Violation: Content removal and formal warning
Third Violation: 7-day account suspension
Fourth Violation: 30-day account suspension
Fifth Violation: Permanent account termination🚫 Immediate Suspension Offenses
Certain violations result in immediate suspension:
• Posting pornographic content
• Sharing child exploitation material
• Threats of violence
• Doxxing or privacy violations
• Sale of illegal substances
• Fraud or scam attempts📋 Content Moderation Process
Automated Detection: AI flags potential violations
Human Review: Trained moderators assess flagged content
Context Consideration: Regional and cultural factors considered
Action Taken: Appropriate enforcement action applied
User Notification: User informed of action and reason🔄 Appeals Process
If you believe action was taken in error:
Submit appeal within 7 days via app
Provide context and explanation
Different moderator reviews appeal
Decision communicated within 48 hours
Second appeal available for serious cases
Active, helpful members may be recognized as Community Champions, receiving:
• Special badge on profile
• Early access to new features
• Invitation to farmer meetups
• Direct feedback channel to team
• Opportunity to mentor new users🎓 Knowledge Contributor Program
Expert contributors can apply for verified status:
• Agricultural scientists
• Experienced farmers (10+ years)
• Government agricultural officers
• Agricultural input manufacturers
• Certified trainers🤲 Farmer Support Initiative
During crises (disease outbreaks, natural disasters):
• Emergency support groups activated
• Free veterinary consultations
• Resource sharing facilitated
• Government aid information shared
• Recovery strategies discussed
Reporting and Support
🚨 How to Report Violations
In-App Reporting: Click report button on any content
Direct Message: Contact @KrishiCircleSupport
Email: report@muditron.com
Emergency: Call our hotline for urgent issues📞 Getting Help
• Technical Issues: support@muditron.com
• Account Problems: account@muditron.com
• Veterinary Emergency: [Emergency Hotline]
• General Questions: FAQ section in app
Best Practices for Success
📸 Content Creation Tips
• Take clear, well-lit photos
• Show before/after comparisons
• Include scale references in photos
• Add captions explaining context
• Use local language if comfortable🔍 Search and Discovery
• Use relevant hashtags (#PoultryFarming, #ChickenHealth)
• Tag location for local connections
• Follow topics of interest
• Join regional groups
• Bookmark useful posts🏆 Building Reputation
• Consistently share valuable content
• Help newcomers learn
• Participate in community challenges
• Attend virtual/physical meetups
• Maintain complete profile
Privacy and Safety
🔒 Protecting Your Information
• Don't share financial details publicly
• Avoid posting exact farm address
• Watermark valuable photos
• Verify buyers/sellers before transactions
• Use platform's secure payment system👥 Interacting Safely
• Meet strangers in public places
• Bring someone for farm visits
• Verify veterinarian credentials
• Don't share prescription medicines
• Report suspicious behavior
Cultural Sensitivity
🌍 Respecting Diversity
We're a diverse community spanning:
• Multiple states and languages
• Various farming scales
• Different economic backgrounds
• Traditional and modern practices
• Multiple agricultural sectorsPlease be mindful of these differences and avoid:
• Language discrimination
• Caste or religious bias
• Gender discrimination
• Regional stereotypes
• Economic shaming
Updates to Guidelines
These guidelines evolve with our community. We'll notify you of significant changes through:
• In-app notifications
• Email updates
• Community announcements
• App update notesYour continued participation indicates acceptance of updated guidelines.
Contact Us
General Support: support@muditron.com
Report Violations: report@muditron.com
Community Feedback: community@muditron.com
Grievance Officer: grievance@muditron.com
Final Thoughts
Krishi Circle succeeds when farmers succeed. Every post, comment, and interaction shapes our community. By following these guidelines, you help create a platform where:
• Farmers learn from each other
• Problems find solutions
• Success stories inspire others
• Technology serves agriculture
• Community thrives togetherThank you for being part of Krishi Circle. Together, we're transforming Indian agriculture, one farm at a time.
Happy Farming! 🌾
*These Community Guidelines are part of our Terms & Conditions. Violation of these guidelines may result in account suspension or termination as outlined in our Terms of Service.*
*Last Updated: August 16, 2025*
*Version: 1.0*