About
Conservis Farm Planning, now part of the Traction Ag family through the acquisition of both Conservis and Granular Business, delivers enterprise-grade farm management software designed for complex, large-scale agricultural operations. Built for corporate farms and multi-entity growers managing big acres and big teams, the platform provides end-to-end visibility and control across every aspect of the farm business. The grain contracts and management module tracks positions, deliveries, settlements, and contracts in one place, with settlement matching that ensures every load and dollar is accounted for. Crop planning and budgeting tools allow farm operators to plan by field, crop, input, and scenario — adjusting in real time as markets shift — with a profitability lens built in. Work orders can be converted directly from plans and communicated to field teams, with progress tracked from virtually any mobile device. Advanced operational reporting gives decision-makers real-time visibility into plans vs. actuals, year-over-year performance comparisons, FSA and acreage compliance reports, and long-term forecasting based on live market data. The platform is ideal for operations that need audit-ready documentation, regulatory reporting, and the ability to model the economic impact of decisions before committing. Conservis is best suited for large agricultural businesses, corporate farms, bookkeepers, CPAs, and trusted agricultural advisors.
Key Features
- Grain Contract & Settlement Management: Track grain positions, deliveries, and settlements in one place with automated settlement matching to ensure every bushel and dollar is fully accounted for.
- Crop Planning & Budgeting: Plan by field, crop, and input with scenario modeling. Adjust plans dynamically as markets move and evaluate every decision through a profitability lens.
- Field Work Orders: Convert crop plans directly into work orders, dispatch them to field teams, and track progress in real time from nearly any mobile device.
- Advanced Operational Reporting: Access real-time plans vs. actuals, year-over-year comparisons, FSA and acreage reports, and audit-ready tax and regulatory documentation.
- Long-Term Forecasting: Leverage accurate historical data and current market rates to build reliable long-term financial forecasts and model the economic impact of key decisions.
Use Cases
- A corporate farming operation with multiple entities uses the platform to unify grain contract tracking, field work orders, and financial reporting across all locations in one dashboard.
- A large grain grower leverages settlement matching to catch unrecorded loads and recover revenue that would have otherwise been lost in the delivery process.
- A farm manager uses crop planning and scenario modeling tools to evaluate the financial impact of switching crop rotations before committing to input purchases.
- A CPA advising an agricultural client uses the audit-ready tax and regulatory reports to streamline year-end filings and FSA compliance documentation.
- A multi-state farming operation uses long-term forecasting tools to plan capital expenditures and financing decisions based on projected yield and market rate data.
Pros
- Comprehensive Grain Accountability: Settlement matching has been shown to recover lost grain load records, directly protecting farm revenue that might otherwise go untracked.
- End-to-End Farm Visibility: Consolidates planning, execution, and financial reporting into a single platform, reducing the need for disparate spreadsheets and disconnected tools.
- Built for Scale: Specifically designed for large, multi-entity operations with big acreage and teams — not a one-size-fits-all tool stretched beyond its limits.
- Audit & Compliance Ready: Customizable tax and regulatory reports make it easy to stay compliant and prepared for audits without extra manual work.
Cons
- Enterprise-Focused Pricing: As an enterprise platform, costs may be prohibitive for small or independent farm operations with simpler needs.
- Platform in Transition: Following the acquisition of Conservis and Granular Business by Traction Ag, some features are still being consolidated into one unified system, which may create temporary gaps.
- Steep Learning Curve: The depth of features tailored for complex operations means new users may require significant onboarding time before fully leveraging the platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Conservis Farm Planning designed for?
It is built for large, corporate, and multi-entity farming operations that manage significant acreage and teams. It also serves bookkeepers, CPAs, and trusted advisors working with complex agricultural businesses.
How does grain settlement matching work?
The platform automatically matches incoming grain deliveries to contracts and settlements, flagging discrepancies and ensuring every load is recorded and paid for accurately.
Can field teams access work orders in the field?
Yes. Work orders can be dispatched digitally and tracked in real time from nearly any mobile device, keeping office and field teams aligned.
Is Conservis Farm Planning part of a larger platform?
Yes. Conservis and Granular Business were both acquired by Traction Ag. The advanced farm management features are being integrated into Traction's core Farm Accounting System over time.
Is there a free trial available?
Yes, Conservis Farm Planning offers a free trial so prospective customers can evaluate the platform before committing to a subscription.
