Unit & Format Settings
The Unit & Format tab allows you to configure organization-wide settings for currency, measurement units, and date/time formats. These settings ensure consistent data display across the platform.
Unit and format settings apply to all users in your organization and affect how data is displayed throughout Koru.Farm.
Accessing Unit & Format Settings
Navigate to Settings
Click Settings in the left sidebar.
Select Unit & Format Tab
Click the Unit & Format tab.
Currency & Regional
Configure your financial and regional preferences.
Currency
Set the default currency for all financial data in Koru.Farm.
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Currency | Default currency for costs, prices, and financial reports |
Common options include:
- EUR (€) - Euro
- USD ($) - US Dollar
- GBP (£) - British Pound
Time Zone
Set your local time zone for accurate date and time display.
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Time Zone | Your local time zone for scheduling and timestamps |
Examples:
- Central European Time (CET)
- Eastern Time (ET)
- Pacific Time (PT)
Time zone affects activity dates, report timestamps, and scheduled events.
Measurement Units
Configure the measurement system used across your farm data.
Unit System
Choose between metric and imperial measurement systems.
| System | Description |
|---|---|
| Metric | Meters, kilograms, liters, Celsius |
| Imperial | Feet, pounds, gallons, Fahrenheit |
Area Unit
Set the unit for farm and field areas.
| Unit | Description |
|---|---|
| Hectares | Standard metric area unit (1 ha = 10,000 m²) |
| Acres | Imperial area unit (1 acre = 4,047 m²) |
| Square meters | Smaller metric areas |
Used for:
- Farm total area
- Cultivation zone sizes
- Crop planning areas
Weight Unit
Set the unit for harvest quantities and inventory.
| Unit | Description |
|---|---|
| Kilograms (kg) | Metric weight unit |
| Pounds (lb) | Imperial weight unit |
| Metric tons (t) | Large quantities (1 t = 1,000 kg) |
Used for:
- Harvest weights
- Inventory quantities
- Material usage
Temperature Unit
Set the unit for weather and climate data.
| Unit | Description |
|---|---|
| Celsius (°C) | Metric temperature scale |
| Fahrenheit (°F) | Imperial temperature scale |
Used for:
- Weather data
- Climate information
- Temperature-sensitive activities
Date & Time Formats
Configure how dates and times are displayed.
Date Format
Choose how dates appear throughout the platform.
| Format | Example | Common in |
|---|---|---|
| DD/MM/YYYY (EU) | 04/12/2025 | Europe, most of world |
| MM/DD/YYYY (US) | 12/04/2025 | United States |
| YYYY-MM-DD (ISO) | 2025-12-04 | International, technical |
Time Format
Choose between 12-hour and 24-hour time display.
| Format | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 24-hour | 14:30 | Military/European style |
| 12-hour | 2:30 PM | AM/PM style |
Saving Settings
Click Save Unit Settings to apply all changes.
Changing units does not automatically convert existing data. Historical data will display with new units but values may need manual verification.
How Settings Affect Your Data
Reports
All reports use your configured units:
- Worker hours displayed in your time format
- Material quantities in your weight units
- Area calculations in your area units
Activities
Activity records display:
- Dates in your chosen format
- Times in 12 or 24-hour format
- Measurements in your selected units
Exports
CSV exports use:
- Your configured date format
- Your selected measurement units
- Your currency for financial data
Recommended Settings by Region
Europe (Spain, etc.)
| Setting | Recommended Value |
|---|---|
| Currency | EUR (€) - Euro |
| Time Zone | Central European Time (CET) |
| Unit System | Metric |
| Area Unit | Hectares |
| Weight Unit | Kilograms (kg) |
| Temperature | Celsius (°C) |
| Date Format | DD/MM/YYYY (EU) |
| Time Format | 24-hour |
United States
| Setting | Recommended Value |
|---|---|
| Currency | USD ($) - US Dollar |
| Time Zone | Your local US time zone |
| Unit System | Imperial |
| Area Unit | Acres |
| Weight Unit | Pounds (lb) |
| Temperature | Fahrenheit (°F) |
| Date Format | MM/DD/YYYY (US) |
| Time Format | 12-hour |
Best Practices
Set Up Early
Configure units and formats when first setting up Koru.Farm to ensure consistent data entry from the start.
Organization-Wide Standards
Ensure all team members understand the configured units to maintain data consistency.
Verify After Changes
After changing settings:
- Review a few records to verify display
- Check reports for correct formatting
- Confirm exports use correct units
Next Steps
- Profile Settings — Personal account settings
- Organization — Business details
- Billing & Plans — Subscription management