The term "nutrient requirement determination" refers to the systematic calculation of the nutrient needs of agricultural crops, taking into account legal regulations (e.g., Fertilizer Ordinance), soil characteristics, expected yields, and existing nutrient levels in the soil. The goal is to ensure demand-oriented and environmentally responsible fertilization that supports crop yield and quality while minimizing nutrient runoff and environmental impact.
Field and plot management: Recording and maintaining data for each agricultural plot, including usage, size, crop type, and soil properties.
Soil analysis and nutrient balances: Integration of laboratory results to determine existing nutrient reserves and generate nutrient balances.
Fertilization planning according to regulations: Automated calculation of fertilizer requirements in compliance with legal limits and deadlines.
Inclusion of organic fertilizers: Management of organic fertilizers (e.g., slurry, manure, digestate), including nutrient content and availability.
Weather and crop growth data: Use of agro-meteorological data to optimize fertilization timing.
Export and documentation functions: Generation of verifiable reports for authorities or internal compliance.
Integration with farm management systems: Interfaces for seamless farm operations and improved workflow efficiency.
A farm calculates nitrogen needs for winter wheat based on preceding crops and organic fertilization.
A vegetable producer uses soil test results and plant development stages to determine potassium requirements for greenhouse tomatoes.
A farmer prepares a fertilization plan that meets official documentation requirements.
An agronomic advisor uses software to simulate different fertilization strategies under varying weather conditions.
A dairy farm enters slurry fertilization data into the software to calculate the remaining requirement for mineral nitrogen.