Crop Monitoring with Visual Explorer
Exploring Agriculture Data in the Application
Task: Select a Region and Crop for Analysis
This task explains how to define the geographic and crop context for analysis in the Visual Explorer. Users typically perform this task at the beginning of an analysis session to ensure that all charts, maps, and indicators reflect the correct scope.
These are the steps needed to complete this task:
- Navigate to the Visual Explorer from the global navigation bar.
- Locate the context selector bar at the top of the page.
- Click the Region field and select the desired country, region, or administrative area.
- Click the Crop field and select the crop you want to analyze.
- Confirm that the page updates to reflect the selected region and crop.
After completing this task, all visualizations and metrics in the Visual Explorer are scoped to the selected region and crop, providing a consistent basis for analysis.
Task: Review Crop Production Overview
This task describes how to review high-level crop production information, including trends and projections. Users typically perform this task to understand expected production levels and how they compare to historical averages.
These are the steps needed to complete this task:
- In the Visual Explorer, ensure that Crop Production is selected as the active mode.
- Select the Overview tab in the analysis panel.
- Review the production charts showing actual values and projected outcomes over time.
- Observe any indicators that summarize how current projections compare to historical averages.
After completing this task, you have a clear understanding of overall crop production trends and whether projected output is above, below, or in line with typical conditions.
Task: Analyze Historical Crop Production Trends
This task explains how to examine historical production data to provide context for current estimates and forecasts. Users perform this task when they need to understand long-term patterns or seasonal variability.
These are the steps needed to complete this task:
- From the Crop Production view, select the History tab.
- Review historical production values displayed in the chart.
- Compare recent seasons with earlier periods to identify trends or anomalies.
- Use the visual scale and labels to interpret changes over time.
After completing this task, you gain historical context that helps explain current production signals and supports more informed interpretation of forecasts.
Task: Compare Production Across Sub-Regions
This task describes how to compare crop production within sub-regions of the selected area. Users typically perform this task to identify geographic differences in production performance.
These are the steps needed to complete this task:
- In the Crop Production view, select the Sub-Regions tab.
- Review the list or charts showing production values by sub-region.
- Compare sub-regions to identify areas with higher or lower production.
- Observe corresponding patterns on the map to understand spatial distribution.
After completing this task, you can identify which sub-regions contribute most to production and which areas may warrant further investigation.
Task: Use Visual Explorer Outputs to Support Decisions
This task describes how information from the Visual Explorer is typically used to inform analysis, reporting, and planning. Users perform this task when translating analytical findings into practical decisions.
These are the steps needed to complete this task:
- In the Crop Production view, scroll down on the left panel to Related Insights.
- Review insights related to the crop and subregions that you want to act on.
- Select an insight to review Insight Details.
- Now you can create new projects or modify existing projects to act on crop production or performance issues.
After completing this task, you can confidently use crop monitoring and forecasting outputs to support evidence-based decision-making and coordination.
Task: Review Crop Performance Relative to Historical Averages
This task explains how to assess how crops are performing compared to typical conditions. Users perform this task to identify underperformance or above-average yield conditions.
These are the steps needed to complete this task:
- Switch the Visual Explorer mode to Crop Performance.
- Select the Overview tab.
- Review yield and performance indicators shown relative to historical averages.
- Note whether performance values are above, near, or below expected levels.
After completing this task, you understand whether current or forecasted crop performance aligns with historical norms or indicates potential concern.
Task: Explore Spatial Patterns on the Map
This task describes how to use the map to understand where production or performance patterns are occurring. Users typically perform this task to link numerical indicators with geographic context.
These are the steps needed to complete this task:
- Review the map displayed alongside the analysis panel.
- Use zoom controls to focus on specific areas.
- Pan the map to explore different parts of the selected region.
- Observe how colors or patterns on the map correspond to values shown in charts.
After completing this task, you can visually interpret where production or performance levels are highest or lowest and how conditions vary spatially.