Field Details

1. Purpose of the Page

The Field Details page provides a complete record of an individual field within a farm. It is designed to help users:

  • Track field size, type, and restrictions.
  • Review soil and nitrogen analysis results.
  • Record environmental features.
  • Manage cropping recommendations.

2. Key Sections

🔹 Field Information

  • Field Type: Arable & Horticulture.
  • Land Parcel No: 1245.
  • Total Field Area: 6.00 ha.
  • Non‑Spreading Areas:
    • Organic: 0.25 ha.
    • Inorganic: 0.10 ha.
  • Net Areas:
    • Organic: 5.75 ha.
    • Inorganic: 5.90 ha.
  • Non‑Spreading Reasons: Borehole, Ditch, Drains, Pond.
  • NVZ: Yes (field lies within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone).
  • Country: Wales.
  • In Stewardship: Yes.
  • Previous Crop: Spring Wheat.
  • RB209 Soil Group: Medium.
  • Topsoil Texture: Sandy Loam.
  • Subsoil Type: Rock.
  • Organic Matter %: 15.

🔹 Soil Analysis

Each record includes:

  • Analysis Date.
  • pH.
  • Phosphorus (mg/l) & Index.
  • Potassium (mg/l) & Index.
  • Magnesium (mg/l) & Index.

👉 Example:

  • 28/09/2023 → pH 5.0, P=86 (Index 5), K=561 (Index 4), Mg=138.5 (Index 3).
  • 04/05/2023 → pH 6.2, P=23 (Index 2), K=151 (Index 2-), Mg=76 (Index 2).

🔹 Soil Nitrogen Analysis

Each record includes:

  • Analysis Date.
  • Analysis Type (Standard SMN or SMN Plus).
  • Depth Range (cm).
  • SMN (kg/ha).
  • Estimate of Mineralisable N Later (kg/ha).
  • Total N (kg/ha).

👉 Example:

  • 08/11/2024 → SMN Plus, 0–90 cm → SMN 80, Est. Min N Later 0, Total N 80.
  • 28/09/2023 → Standard SMN, 0–90 cm → SMN 100, Est. Min N Later 110, Total N 210.

🔹 Environmental Features

  • Records features present in the field.
  • Options include: Ancient Monument, Borehole, Ditch, Drains, Pond.

🔹 Recommendations

  • Section for crop recommendations (currently no records displayed).
  • Fields: Year, Description, Crop, Sowing Date.
  • Actions: Add, Copy, Delete.

3. How to Use This Page

  1. Review field details: Confirm area, restrictions, and stewardship status.
  2. Check soil analysis: Use pH and nutrient indices to guide fertiliser planning.
  3. Monitor nitrogen analysis: Track SMN and mineralisable N for crop requirements.
  4. Record environmental features: Ensure compliance with NVZ and stewardship rules.
  5. Add recommendations: Plan crops and sowing dates based on analysis results.

4. Tips for Users

  • ✅ Always check NVZ status before planning nutrient applications.
  • ✅ Use the most recent soil analysis for accurate recommendations.
  • ✅ Monitor organic matter % to track soil health.
  • ✅ Record environmental features carefully for compliance reporting.
  • ✅ Keep recommendations updated to align with cropping plans.