Maximising returns with Tracmap

These are challenging times for farmers. The introduction of a synthetic nitrogen fertiliser cap on pastoral land has forced them to come up with new solutions to meet the demands of the new legislation.

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This has required cold, hard data to be passed onto the regional authorities to ensure that the farm is compliant.

This is where TracMap comes in. Its GPS-based job management system generates the all-important ‘Proof of Placement’ data that is required to satisfy these compliance needs.

TracMap provides for annual dispersal planning, map generation, job creation and assignment (either ‘inhouse’ or to a contractor), full integration with a wide range of spread controllers, job guidance and finally report generation when the job is done. Report generation can be done on TracMap Online or via third party applications such as FarmIQ, Hawkeye, MyBallance and Precision Farming.

Specifically, the TracMap system offers the following range of benefits:

• Easy to use interface in the vehicle via the dedicated screen; it can be as simple as engaging your spreader to start recording your proof of placement.

• Full GPS guidance for accurate placement and efficiency. A map is sent to the device to guide the operator on the job ensuring the correct areas are cov- ered and minimising accidental application.

• The ability to add exclusion zones and buffers around waterways. This warns the operators to keep a safe distance from sensitive areas.

• Report generation of nitrogen applications throughout the year, enabling you to manage your nitrogen usage better and know when you’re about to hit your cap.

• The ability to track; where a product was placed, the rate at which that product was placed and the date of application.

• Records of individual placing of products; jobs are kept separate and can be reviewed and reported on at any time.

• Records kept indefinitely, even when deleted.

• A thorough onboarding process, with someone dedicated to ensuring you get maximum return on investment.

TracMap’s GpS-based job management system generates the all-important ‘proof of placement’ data that is required to satisfy compliance needs.

• Knowledgeable support team to answer any questions.

For the farmer looking to optimise their operation, this is about a lot more than proof of placement. Gone are the days of spread and hope, having such information at your fingertips puts you back in control.

Accurate data now gives you, the modern farmer, the information you need to hit the sweet spot of nutrient dispersal and therefore maximise your returns.