Crop Management System Overview
The Crop Management system helps you maintain a comprehensive catalog of all plant varieties you grow, with detailed specifications, pricing, and growth parameters.
Crop Database Structure
🌿 Core Crop Information
- Crop ID: Unique identifier for each crop type
- Crop Name: Common name or scientific name
- Varieties: Multiple varieties under each crop type
- Creation Details: When and who created the crop record
- Status Tracking: Active/inactive crop management
Variety Management
🌱 Variety Details System
Each crop can have multiple varieties with specific characteristics:
- Variety Name: Specific variety identification
- Seedling Price: Cost per seedling in Indian Rupees (₹)
- Growth Duration: Number of days from sowing to maturity
- Active Status: Enable/disable varieties for ordering
- Description: Detailed variety characteristics and notes
Expandable Table Interface
📊 Interactive Data Display
The crop management interface features an expandable table system:
- Expand/Collapse: Click chevron icons to view variety details
- Expand All/Collapse All: Bulk expand or collapse all varieties
- Nested Table: Varieties displayed in organized sub-tables
- Search Integration: Search works across crops and varieties
- Badge System: Visual indicators for variety counts
Crop Search and Filtering
🔍 Advanced Search Features
- Name Search: Search by crop name or partial matches
- Crop ID Search: Find crops by their unique identifiers
- Real-time Results: Search updates as you type
- Pagination: Navigate through large crop catalogs
- Sorting Options: Sort by name, creation date, or variety count
Crop Actions and Management
Available actions for each crop:
👁️ View Actions
- View detailed crop information
- Expand/collapse variety listings
- Navigate to full crop profile
- Review variety specifications
✏️ Edit Actions
- Modify crop names and details
- Add new varieties to existing crops
- Update pricing and growth parameters
- Change variety active/inactive status
Variety Pricing and Economics
💰 Pricing Management
- Currency Format: All prices displayed in Indian Rupees (₹)
- Decimal Precision: Prices shown to 2 decimal places
- Price Comparison: Easy comparison across varieties
- Cost Tracking: Monitor price changes over time
- Empty State Handling: Clear indication when prices aren't set
Growth Duration Tracking
⏱️ Timeline Management
- Days Format: Growth duration shown as "X days"
- Planning Tool: Helps with harvest planning and scheduling
- Variety Comparison: Compare growth rates across varieties
- Seasonal Planning: Optimize planting schedules
Status Management
Variety status controls availability and ordering:
- Active Status: Green "Active" badge for available varieties
- Inactive Status: Gray "Inactive" badge for discontinued varieties
- Status Toggle: Easy activation/deactivation of varieties
- Order Integration: Only active varieties appear in order forms
User Attribution
👤 Creator Tracking
- User Information: Track who created each crop
- Contact Details: Creator name and email with info icon
- Accountability: Maintain record of data sources
- Collaboration: Know who to contact for crop questions
Empty States and Data Handling
📝 Data Management
- No Varieties: Clear message when crops have no varieties
- Missing Data: Graceful handling of empty price or duration fields
- Search Results: Helpful messages when no crops match search
- Loading States: Skeleton screens during data fetching
Integration with Other Modules
Crop management connects with:
- Order Management: Crops appear in order creation forms
- Sowing Batches: Link varieties to production batches
- Quotes: Include crop varieties in customer quotes
- Inventory: Track stock levels by variety
- Analytics: Report on crop performance and profitability
Best Practices
💡 Crop Management Tips
- Maintain accurate pricing to ensure profitable operations
- Update growth durations based on actual field experience
- Use descriptive variety names for easy identification
- Keep variety descriptions detailed for customer information
- Regularly review and deactivate discontinued varieties
- Use the expand feature to quickly review all variety details