5 Land App Tools to Reduce Farm Admin

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Managing a farm is not just about growing crops or raising livestock; it's also about navigating the many administrative tasks that keep the operation running smoothly. With the right tools, much of this admin work can be streamlined, freeing up more time for what truly matters - the farm. 

And we all want an easy option to manage land and understand our future options efficiently. So, we offer a suite of tools designed to simplify and enhance farm management. Here, we’ve drawn together a list of five key Land App tools that can help you reduce farm admin…

Land App Mobile: Your Fieldwork Companion

Land App Mobile is an essential tool for any farmer who needs to combine in-the-field work with desktop planning. Our mobile app allows you to conduct site surveys, gather and track environmental data for agri-schemes, and measure distances right from your smartphone or tablet.

Now with the ability to work offline, you can collect data, take notes, and even capture photos linked to specific locations on your farm. Once you’re back online, all that data syncs seamlessly with the web platform. This means no more juggling between paper notes and digital records – everything is stored in one place.

Land App mobile

Key Features:

  • Conduct field surveys and create digital notes on-site.
  • Offline functionality with automatic syncing.
  • Measure distances and areas accurately with GPS.
  • Seamlessly link photos and notes to specific map locations.

Available on Standard and Professional subscriptions

Pre-Populated Templates for Scheme Applications (SFI, CS, EWCO and more!)

Navigating subsidy applications like the Sustainable Farm Incentive (SFI) can be daunting, but pre-populated templates make the process much easier. We designed these templates to help you map out projects, design scenarios, and prepare for applications with minimal hassle. With updated templates for the latest SFI schemes, including SFI 2024, you can easily plan and map new actions under these programs. This not only saves time but also ensures that your applications are accurate and comprehensive.

Key Features:

  • Pre-populated templates for various subsidy applications.
  • Design and map multiple project scenarios.
  • Stay updated with the latest scheme requirements.

Available for all users

Instant Data Layers and Reports

Access, utilities, historical features, ecological features, protected areas – there’s a lot of information to consider when planning anything on the farm. Have you ever wished you could just click a button and get all the information you need in one place? One of the most valued features of the Land App is its ability to instantly visualise and summarise important data through our extensive list of data layers. This means you can quickly identify key information about your land, such as landscape designations, conservation constraints, and future opportunities. If you’re a Standard or Professional subscriber, these insights can also be downloaded as a CSV / Excel file, providing a quick and easy way to share data with stakeholders or incorporate it into your farm’s strategic planning.

data layers on land app

Key Features:

  • Visualise landscape designations and conservation constraints.
  • Identify future opportunities quickly.
  • Download data summaries as CSV files.

Map of Maps: Collaborative Landscape Management

Managing a farm often means collaborating with others, whether that’s advisors, suppliers, or neighbouring farms. The ‘Map of Maps’ tool allows for live, collaborative mapping across multiple holdings or projects. This ensures that all parties involved in a project are working from a single, accurate source of truth – whether you’re working on baseline assessments or large-scale land management plans, this puts real-time collaboration and planning at your finger.

Key Features:

  • Real-time collaboration on mapping and assessments.
  • Manage multiple holdings or farming clusters.
  • Create accurate, collaborative land management plans.

Available on Standard and Professional subscriptions

Drawing Tools for Custom Maps

Custom maps are crucial for both current and future farm planning. Whether it’s mapping utilities, crop rotations or grazing plans, Land App’s drawing tools allow you to create and customise maps tailored to your specific needs.

Switch between different base maps, interact with land boundaries, or draw features like hedges and ponds with ease. You can also annotate your maps with text, arrows, and other markers, ensuring that everyone involved has a clear understanding of your plans.

Key Features:

  • Customisable maps with advanced drawing tools.
  • Switch between base maps and interact with land boundaries.
  • Annotate maps with text, arrows, and other markers.

Available for all users

In a world where farm management is becoming increasingly complex, with more policy and funding changes alongside a shift to digital land management, Land App provides the tools needed to reduce administrative burden and focus on what really matters: the land. By leveraging these five tools, you can streamline your farm management and ensure that your farm is prepared for the future.

Ready to reduce your farm admin? Sign up today!

If you’re already a free user and want to reduce your administrative burden even further, upgrade in-app for acces to Land App Mobile, downloadable data layers, enhanced collaboration and more! Upgrade now

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