What is Cropwise Explorer?

Overview

Cropwise Explorer is an advanced agronomic insights solution that helps you visualize, analyze, and understand what's happening in your fields throughout the entire growing season.

Using satellite imagery and powerful analytical tools, Cropwise Explorer transforms field data into actionable intelligence, enabling you to:

• Explore your fields in detail
• Identify patterns across your operation
• Uncover opportunities to improve productivity
• Detect potential threats early

A Complete Season View

Cropwise Explorer provides insights across all phases of the growing season, unlike traditional imagery tools that focus only on in-season monitoring.

What Makes Explorer Different

More Than Just Images

Cropwise Explorer goes beyond simple satellite imagery viewing. While most imagery tools show you what your fields look like, Explorer helps you understand what it means for your operation.

Traditional imagery tools:

• Show satellite images of your fields
• Provide basic NDVI visualization
• Focus primarily on in-season monitoring

Cropwise Explorer:

• Delivers actionable insights, not just images
• Provides analytical tools to interpret the data
• Covers the complete season from planning to harvest analysis
• Integrates with your existing workflows and equipment
• Offers anomaly detection and productivity analysis

Core Technology

Satellite Imagery

Cropwise Explorer uses Planetscope satellites to provide daily, high-resolution imagery of your fields. This means you always have access to current field conditions, even when cloudy weather limits visibility.

NDVI Analysis

NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index) is the primary vegetation index used to assess crop health and vigor. Explorer translates satellite data into easy-to-understand color maps showing:

• Areas of healthy, vigorous crop growth
• Areas under stress or showing reduced vigor
• Changes in vegetation over time

Advanced Analytics

Beyond basic imagery, Explorer applies advanced analytical algorithms to:

• Automatically detect anomalies in your fields
• Identify productivity patterns across multiple seasons
• Generate insights from integrated data layers
• Create customized prescription maps

Integration with Cropwise Platform

Cropwise Explorer is part of the Cropwise platform - an integrated suite of digital tools for modern agriculture. This integration provides:

Connected Workflows

• Seamlessly move between Cropwise applications
• Share field data across tools (Protector, Planting, Trialing)
• Consistent field boundaries and organization structure

Equipment Integration

Cropwise Explorer integrates with major precision agriculture platforms:

• John Deere Operations Center
• CNH
• Cropwise Connect

This allows you to export prescriptions and import yield data directly, creating a seamless loop from planning to execution to analysis.

Who Is It For?

Growers & Farmers

Whether you manage a few fields or hundreds of acres, Cropwise Explorer helps you make better decisions about where to focus your time and resources.

Key benefits:

• See which fields need attention without driving every field
• Optimize input placement to reduce costs and improve results
• Understand yield variability to improve future seasons

Large Farm Operations

For operations managing multiple fields across large areas, Explorer provides the visibility needed to coordinate activities efficiently.

Key benefits:

• Monitor all fields from a single dashboard
• Prioritize activities based on actual field conditions
• Compare performance across the operation

Consultants & Advisors

Agronomists and consultants use Explorer to provide data-driven recommendations to their clients.

Key benefits:

• Identify fields requiring immediate attention before visiting
• Create professional prescription plans backed by data
• Compare historical performance across client fields

Data-Driven Decision Making

From Observation to Action

Cropwise Explorer helps you move through the decision-making process efficiently:

Accessibility

Cloud-Based Platform

Cropwise Explorer is entirely cloud-based, meaning:

• No software installation required
• Access from any web browser
• Automatic updates and new features
• Secure data storage

Mobile Access

Take Explorer to the field on your mobile device or tablet to:

• View field imagery while scouting
• Compare real-time observations to satellite data
• Add notes and observations to specific locations

Key Takeaways

Next Steps

Ready to get started? See our related articles:

• Getting Started with Cropwise Explorer - Set up your account and start exploring
• Feature Deep-Dive - Detailed explanation of each capability
• Frequently Asked Questions - Common questions answered