Change the game with smarter forage decisions
Words: Cropmark Seeds
Cropmark Seeds is proud to announce the launch of ForageSelect, a cutting-edge app designed to simplify forage planning and boost farm productivity.
ForageSelect embodies our commitment to delivering smarter, more practical solutions that respond to the real needs of New Zealand farmers and retailers.
The story behind the app
ForageSelect was originally developed by Cropmark Seeds’ plant breeder, Nick Cameron.
As part of his side hobby in app development, Cameron wanted to create something that would make forage decisions easier and more effective.
It was a collaborative approach that saw him working closely with the technical staff within the company, utilising their expertise and regional knowledge to develop the tools found within it.
“The app was so innovative and practical that it quickly became clear it was too good not to share with the wider farming community,” says Callum Davidson, NZ sales manager.
Your go-to resource
ForageSelect provides detailed, up-to-date descriptions of all commercially available forage cultivars in NZ.
This includes guidance on the best fit for each cultivar, taking into account region, animal type, soil acidity, and summer rainfall.
With ForageSelect, you and your clients will have everything you need to make informed decisions, even when working in areas with limited cell phone coverage.
Innovative tools
Designed to streamline decision-making, ForageSelect offers tools to improve productivity and profitability, including:
Financial benefit analysis: Assess the economic advantages of different forage options.
Yield calculators: Accurately project crop yields for smarter planning.
Pasture score tools: Evaluate pasture performance and identify areas for improvement.
Why ForageSelect?
No other resource consolidates this level of information and functionality into a single platform. As a trusted advisor, ForageSelect not only helps you recommend the right cultivars but also provides critical tools for analysing potential returns and maximising yields.
ForageSelect works offline, so it can be used anywhere—whether you’re on-farm, in the back paddock, or out of cell phone range.
It’s the practical tool you and your clients need for smarter farming decisions.
The app is free to download, and available now.