Targets pest, disease and on-farm data capture
WayBeyond has launched a mobile app which makes crop data capture faster and easier, particularly for onsite scouting of pests and pathogens.
“There are currently relatively few digital products on the market which assist growers with data collection, consequently there remains much manual use of clipboards, pens and spreadsheets in the industry,” says Sophie Stanley, Head of Global Markets.
“By creating FarmRoad Mobile we solve a key pain point for growers – the length of time it takes and how they record crop data. With farm managers wrestling with staff shortages due to covid and other factors, optimising available staff time is key. By speeding up and simplifying on-farm data capture, the app provides a viable alternative to traditional methods.”
Pest and disease detection is a key component of FarmRoad Mobile due to the need for swift action once detected in the growing environment. Director of Crop Science and Agronomy Dr Tharindu Weeraratne notes that a fast response is essential when it comes to reducing the spread of disease.
