Echelon Ag v3.31.1

Echelon is a new mobile companion to the next generation Echelon web application aimed at crop advisors, consultants, and growers. It offers a suite of precision agronomy and compliance tools. The app features real-time data syncing and offline capabilities to keep field-based users informed and productive.

NOTE

• Usage of this app necessitates an Echelon user account with advanced access.
• Continuous background GPS usage can significantly reduce battery life.

MOBILE DATA MANAGEMENT

• Create and manage grower, farm, field, and planting records along with boundary maps.
• Edit data offline with comprehensive capabilities.
• Effortlessly map boundaries using external GPS integration and auto-smoothing features.
• Perform manual mapping swiftly and accurately with various drawing tools.
• Choose from multiple map background imagery providers (Apple, Google, Bing, etc.).

CLOUD SYNC

• Background cloud sync in real-time ensures everyone is up to date.
• Data is synchronized instantly from the device when connected.
• Data created offline is queued and transmitted automatically once a connection is established.
• Two-way sync guarantees all mobile devices are updated within minutes of any alteration.
• A robust permissions model prevents unauthorized data syncing and viewing.

FIELD SCOUTING

• Create geo-referenced scouting observations with attached photos and notes.
• Record pest observations for diseases, insects, and weeds.
• Add further observations for nutrient deficiencies, soil moisture, crop damage, etc.
• Share observations via text message directly from the field.
• Synchronize observations in real time with colleagues or customers.

FIELD SAMPLING

• Collect offline GPS-enabled soil and plant samples.
• Select grid, zone, target, and freeform sampling modes for point and composite samples.
• Create targets using field imagery, logged data (planting, harvest, EM, etc.), soil samples, etc.
• Request lab recommendations for your sampling tasks.
• Share sample information sheets via text message, email, and more directly from the field.

IMAGERY / MAP OVERLAYS

• Access in-season imagery from multiple providers for your fields.
• Easily view available image dates and switch between layers with a single tap.
• Show map overlays for planting, application, harvest records, etc., when scouting or sampling fields.
• Leverage location information along with imagery and map overlays for guided scouting.
• Use in-season imagery and map layers to validate sample event locations.