Granular
Granular by Ag Leader is a precision application control system designed to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of dry fertilizer application. Fully compatible with Ag Leader’s InCommand™ displays, Granular enables precise control of up to three granular products simultaneously, supporting variable rate application based on field prescriptions and soil needs.
One of its core functionalities is AutoSwath™, which automatically shuts off product flow in previously treated or non-targeted areas, significantly reducing overlaps and input waste. This ensures that fertilizer is applied only where needed, optimizing nutrient placement and crop response.
Granular also supports multi-bin sequencing, allowing seamless application from multiple compartments, whether applying blends or rotating through separate products. The system’s SmartReport™ feature generates detailed application reports, including as-applied maps, product totals, and coverage areas, aiding in compliance and agronomic decision-making.
Granular empowers farmers to apply fertilizers with greater precision, helping to increase productivity, reduce environmental impact, and lower operational costs — all while making the most of every input. It is available in several languages and widely used across Europe.
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| Name in original language | Granular |
| Name in English | Granular |
| Designer/ manufacturer | AG Leader |
| Accessibility | Sold commercially |
| Weblink | https://www.agleader.com/granular/ |
| Countries of primary use | Ireland, Poland, UK, Sweden, Germany, Latvia, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Netherlands, France, Czechia, Austria, Belgium, Hungary, Romania, Slovenia |
| Main language | English |
| Other languages available | English, German, Spanish, French, Portugese, Russian |
| Brief description of the tool | Granular by Ag Leader is a precision application control system designed to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of dry fertilizer application. Fully compatible with Ag Leader’s InCommand™ displays, Granular enables precise control of up to three granular products simultaneously, supporting variable rate application based on field prescriptions and soil needs. One of its core functionalities is AutoSwath™, which automatically shuts off product flow in previously treated or non-targeted areas, significantly reducing overlaps and input waste. This ensures that fertilizer is applied only where needed, optimizing nutrient placement and crop response. Granular also supports multi-bin sequencing, allowing seamless application from multiple compartments, whether applying blends or rotating through separate products. The system’s SmartReport™ feature generates detailed application reports, including as-applied maps, product totals, and coverage areas, aiding in compliance and agronomic decision-making. Granular empowers farmers to apply fertilizers with greater precision, helping to increase productivity, reduce environmental impact, and lower operational costs — all while making the most of every input. It is available in several languages and widely used across Europe. |
| Target user | Farmer |
| Target crops | Wheat, Maize, Potatoes, Barley, Beans, Oats, Oilseed rape, Peas, Rye, Soybean, Sunflower, Sorghum |
| Type of tool | Desk/computer based tool |
| The tool assesses or provides guidance on | Nutrient use efficiency |
| The tool relies on a base recommendation system | Yes |
| Base recommendation system | SMS™ Software by Ag Leader |
| The assessment frequency should be | Prior to each N application |
| Required data input is | Crop, Soil analysis result, Nutrient input, Soil type, Farm location |
| The data can be imported from other tools and systems | Yes |
| The tools main output format is | Value in tool |
| Data can be exported | Yes |
Funded by the European Union and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union, European Commission or UKRI. Neither the European Union, European Commission nor UKRI can be held responsible for them.
Project Coordinators
Sarah Kendall
sarah.kendall@adas.co.ukSpyros Fountas
sfountas@aua.grheurope.nutrichecknet@gmail.com
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