In this recent update to Gatekeeper Cloud we have made some exciting new changes to our soil sampling feature which can be found within the Inspections module
Adding additional required nutrients
Users now have the enhanced capability to capture a broader range of nutrients and additional soil properties. Moreover, to make this a more user friendly experience we have split the available observations into Macro Nutrients, Micro Nutrients, and Soil Properties. This expanded functionality empowers you to gather more comprehensive data on soil composition and nutrient levels, facilitating more detailed analysis and informed decision-making.
Soil Indexes now calculated
Any entered results for phosphorus (P), potassium (K), and magnesium (Mg) will now be automatically converted into their relevant index.
Index results will be displayed within the cropping record result rather than the inspection so that users can use crop referencing where appropriate.
Soil indexes are regionally specific so users will see their country specific index in use.
New Soil Texture Tag Group
With the introduction of the Soil Texture tag group within the Tags module, managing soil types for your fields has become remarkably convenient. This new feature allows users to tag specific types of soil to their respective fields effortlessly. This tagging system streamlines the process of categorisation and organisation.
If you had previously used soil texture in drop down in the fields detail card this will have automatically been converted to a tag for you so there will be no action required.
This can be found by accessing the Tags Module.
PCN (Potato Cyst Nematode)
Users now have the ability to document PCN (Potato Cyst Nematode) soil sampling within their soil sampling inspection procedures. This advancement allows users to meticulously record and track PCN soil sampling results, providing invaluable data for analysis and management.
In this update, the PCN soil sampling results can be recorded in terms of Eggs per gram and Total Cysts per 100g, offering detailed insights into the population density of nematodes in the soil. These metrics serve as crucial indicators for assessing the severity of PCN infestation and devising effective mitigation strategies.
