Rainfall Data

1. Purpose of the Page

The Rainfall Data page provides monthly rainfall records for a specific farm and year. It allows users to:

  • Track rainfall totals across months (Jan–Dec).
  • Compare farm rainfall data against nearby weather stations.
  • Use rainfall information to support cropping, nutrient planning, and compliance reporting.

2. Key Sections

🔹 Farm Rainfall Data

  • Displays monthly rainfall totals (mm) for the selected farm.
  • Example values for 2025:
    • Jan: 98.7 mm
    • Feb: 71.8 mm
    • Mar: 82.5 mm
    • Apr: 75.6 mm
    • Oct: 117.3 mm
    • Dec: 109.1 mm

🔹 Weather Station Data

  • Shows rainfall data from multiple nearby weather stations.
  • Each station entry includes:
    • Distance (km) from the farm.
    • Monthly rainfall totals (mm) for Jan–Dec.
  • Example:
    • Station 114 → Jan 24.5 mm, Feb 62.9 mm, Mar 45.2 mm, … Dec 71.3 mm
    • Station 112 → Jan 64.1 mm, Feb 221.8 mm, Mar 164.3 mm, … Dec 236.9 mm

🔹 Navigation & Tools

  • Copy Rainfall Data: Allows quick copying of the farm’s rainfall dataset.
  • Back Button: Returns to the previous page.
  • Edit Option: Enables editing of rainfall values if adjustments are needed.

3. How to Use This Page

  1. Review farm rainfall totals to understand seasonal water availability.
  2. Compare with weather stations to validate farm data or identify anomalies.
  3. Copy rainfall data for use in reports, spreadsheets, or nutrient planning tools.
  4. Edit values if corrections are required (e.g., updated measurements).
  5. Navigate back to the farm overview when finished.

4. Tips for Users

  • ✅ Use rainfall data to adjust fertiliser recommendations and cropping plans.
  • ✅ Compare multiple weather stations to ensure accuracy.
  • ✅ Monitor high rainfall months (e.g., Oct–Dec) for potential runoff or compliance risks.
  • ✅ Keep rainfall records updated for NVZ and stewardship reporting.