Crops & Crop Planning
From seed selection to harvest, successful farming depends on knowing exactly what you’re growing, where it’s planted, and when it needs attention. Koru.Farm gives you complete control over your crop management and seasonal planning.
Your Complete Crop Database
🌱 Build Your Crop Library
Create a comprehensive database of everything you grow:
| Crop Information | What You Can Track |
|---|---|
| Crop Types | Vegetables, fruits, grains, legumes, and more |
| Varieties | Specific cultivars with their unique characteristics |
| Growing Cycles | Days to maturity, planting windows, harvest timing |
| Requirements | Spacing, depth, irrigation needs, soil preferences |
Once added to your library, crops are available for planning across all your farms and seasons.
🏷️ Variety Management
Track multiple varieties within each crop type:
- Variety names and codes for easy identification
- Growing cycle differences between varieties
- Performance notes and observations
- Supplier information for procurement
Seasonal Planning That Makes Sense
đź“… Agricultural Seasons
Farming runs on seasons, not calendar years. Koru.Farm lets you define seasons that match your agricultural reality:
- Spring-Summer cycles for warm-season crops
- Fall-Winter cycles for cool-season production
- Year-round operations for greenhouse or tropical farming
- Custom date ranges that fit your specific climate
🔄 Season Lifecycle
Every season moves through clear stages:
| Status | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Planning | Preparing and allocating crops to zones |
| Active | Current growing season with ongoing activities |
| Completed | Harvested and closed, data preserved for analysis |
| Archived | Historical reference, no longer displayed by default |
Crop Allocation Made Simple
đź“Ť Zone-Based Planning
Assign crops to specific cultivation zones with precision:
- Select which zones will grow which crops
- Specify area allocated within each zone
- Plan multiple crops per zone when needed
- Track expected vs. actual planting areas
🎯 Planning Details
For each crop allocation, define:
- Target zone and area
- Planned planting date
- Expected harvest window
- Seed/seedling requirements
- Any special notes or considerations
Why Proper Planning Matters
Better Resource Allocation
Know in advance what seeds, fertilizers, and labor you’ll need. Order supplies at the right time and avoid last-minute scrambles.
Optimized Rotations
Track what was grown in each zone over multiple seasons. Plan rotations that improve soil health and reduce pest pressure.
Accurate Forecasting
With planted areas documented, estimate yields before harvest. Plan storage, processing, and sales with better data.
Compliance Documentation
Spanish SIEX requirements mandate crop-level tracking. Proper planning ensures your digital field notebook is complete and accurate.
From Plan to Harvest
1. Define Your Season
Set the date range and give your season a meaningful name (e.g., “Spring 2025” or “Tomatoes - Summer Campaign”).
2. Select Your Crops
Choose crops from your library and specify varieties for this season’s production.
3. Allocate to Zones
Assign each crop to specific cultivation zones with target areas.
4. Execute and Track
As the season progresses, activities are linked to your planned crops for complete traceability.
5. Review and Learn
At season end, compare planned vs. actual results. Improve next year’s planning with real data.
Crop Categories
Koru.Farm supports the full range of agricultural production:
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Vegetables | Tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, onions, carrots |
| Fruits | Strawberries, melons, citrus, stone fruits |
| Grains | Wheat, corn, barley, rice, oats |
| Legumes | Beans, lentils, chickpeas, soybeans |
| Root Crops | Potatoes, beets, turnips, radishes |
| Permanent Crops | Olives, grapes, almonds, apples |
Key Benefits
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Centralized Crop Library | Reuse crop definitions across farms and seasons |
| Flexible Seasons | Define growing periods that match your climate |
| Precise Allocation | Know exactly what’s planned for each zone |
| Historical Tracking | Learn from past seasons to improve future planning |
| Compliance Ready | Meet SIEX crop documentation requirements |
Plan Your Next Season
Start building your crop database and planning your seasons today.
Get Started → | Crops Documentation → | Planning Guide →