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Data Export

Export your scouting data in multiple formats for further analysis, compliance, or integration with other tools.

Why Export Data?​

  • Analysis - Analyze trends in Excel, Python, or R
  • GIS Integration - Layer observations with satellite imagery in QGIS or ArcGIS
  • Reporting - Generate professional reports for stakeholders
  • Backup - Keep local copies of your scouting data
  • Integration - Feed data into CRM, ERP, or other farm management systems
  • Compliance - Document scouting activities for certification or audits

Export Formats​

PDF Report​

Best for: Stakeholder presentations, compliance documentation, printing

Includes:

  • Field name and location
  • Date range and summary statistics
  • Charts and trends
  • List of observations with photos
  • Notes and recommendations

How to export:

  1. Go to Reports section
  2. Select field and date range
  3. Click "Export as PDF"
  4. Choose layout (single-field or multi-field report)
  5. Download

CSV (Spreadsheet)​

Best for: Data analysis, filtering, integration with other tools

Includes:

  • Observation date and time
  • Grower, Farm, Field name
  • Observation type (Weed, Insect, Disease, General)
  • Details (species, count, severity)
  • GPS coordinates (latitude, longitude)
  • Notes and photos (as file paths/links)

How to export:

  1. Go to Reports → "Export as CSV"
  2. Select filter options (date range, field, observation type)
  3. Click "Download"
  4. Open in Excel, Google Sheets, or data analysis tool

Column Headers Example:

Date,Grower,Farm,Field,ObservationType,Species,Count,Severity,Latitude,Longitude,Notes

GeoJSON​

Best for: GIS analysis, spatial visualization, map integration

Includes:

  • All observation data from CSV
  • Geospatial coordinates as GeoJSON features
  • Field boundaries as polygons
  • Georeferenced photos (optional)

How to export:

  1. Go to Reports → "Export as GeoJSON"
  2. Select field and date range
  3. Choose to include field boundaries (optional)
  4. Click "Download"
  5. Import into QGIS, ArcGIS, or Mapbox

GeoJSON structure:

{
  "type": "FeatureCollection",
  "features": [
    {
      "type": "Feature",
      "geometry": {
        "type": "Point",
        "coordinates": [-88.4, 42.7]
      },
      "properties": {
        "date": "2024-07-15",
        "field": "North 40",
        "type": "Weed",
        "species": "Giant Ragweed",
        "count": 25
      }
    }
  ]
}

Bulk Export​

Export all scouting data for an entire season:

  1. Go to Settings or Data Management
  2. Select "Bulk Export"
  3. Choose:
    • Date range (season, year, or custom)
    • Observation types (all or specific)
    • Format (PDF, CSV, GeoJSON)
    • Include field boundaries? (yes/no)
  4. Click "Generate Export"
  5. Download when ready

Note: Large exports may take a few minutes to generate.

Scheduled Exports​

Set up automatic exports on a regular schedule:

  1. Go to Settings → "Scheduled Exports"
  2. Create new schedule:
    • Format (PDF, CSV, GeoJSON)
    • Frequency (weekly, monthly, seasonal)
    • Recipients (your email, team members)
  3. Save

Exports will be automatically generated and emailed on the specified dates.

Privacy & Security​

  • Your data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Access is controlled - Only authorized users can export data
  • Exports are temporary - Download links expire after 7 days
  • Compliance-ready - Exports include audit timestamps

Troubleshooting Exports​

Export is taking too long:

  • Large datasets may take several minutes
  • Try exporting a smaller date range first
  • Check your internet connection

Photos aren't included:

  • PDF and CSV exports include photo links/metadata
  • GeoJSON exports can include georeferenced photos
  • Check that photos were saved to observations

Formatting looks wrong in Excel:

  • Open CSV file as "Text Import" in Excel
  • Select UTF-8 encoding
  • Adjust column widths as needed

Video Tutorial​

A detailed walkthrough of exporting and analyzing scouting data is coming soon!