TL;DR
Add equipment in Farm settings → Equipment → Add New, or on the fly during a job.
Choose Sprayer / Fertilizer / Other, then add name, registration, inspection date, ownership, and tank size/rate.
Preloading your list makes job creation smoother.
When it comes to managing equipment and machinery in Farmable, you have two flexible options:
You can either add all your equipment before getting started with jobs, or add them on the go as you work in the field.
While both methods work, we recommend setting everything up in advance for the smoothest experience.
Step-by-step: How to Add Equipment Before You Start Doing Jobs
Open the Farmable App
Log in to your Farmable app and go to the farm settings in the right-hand corner of the screen.Scroll down to the ‘Equipment’ Section
On the main menu, tap on “Equipment”.Tap ‘Add New'
Use the 'Add New' button in the right-hand corner.Choose the type of equipment
Sprayer, Fertilizer or Other.Fill in details such as:
Equipment name (e.g., John Deere Sprayer)
Registration number
Date of last inspection
Own/Borrowed equipment
Tank size and Application rate
Save Your Equipment
Once filled out, tap Save. Your equipment is now available for selection during job creation.Repeat for All Your Equipment
Add as many machines as needed so they’re ready before fieldwork begins.
Step-by-step: How to Add Equipment While You're Doing Jobs
Start a Job as Usual
Begin creating or logging a job in Farmable (e.g., spraying, harvesting, etc.).Select Equipment
Follow the prompt of adding causes and treatments till you reach the Equipment screen.Tap ‘+ New Equipment’
If the machine you’re using isn’t listed yet, tap the “ + New Equipment” option.Fill in Equipment Info
Enter the necessary details just like in the pre-setup method:Equipment name (e.g., John Deere Sprayer)
Registration number
Date of last inspection
Own/Borrowed equipment
Tank size and Application rate
Save and Continue the Job flow
Your new equipment will now be saved to your list and linked to the current job you're logging.
FAQsCan I add equipment while I’m creating a job?
Yes. In the Equipment step, tap + New Equipment, fill in details, and continue, the machine is saved and linked to the job.
Which equipment types are supported?
Sprayer, Fertilizer, and Other. Pick the closest match; add specifics (capacity, width, notes) in the details.
Do I need to enter every field (registration, inspection date, etc.)?
Only the basics are required. The rest are recommended for better traceability and audits.
Can I edit equipment later?
Yes, open the item from Equipment to update name, ownership, inspection date, tank size/rate, or notes.
Will removing equipment delete historic jobs?
No. Past jobs remain linked to their original records.
What about small tools or attachments?
Add items that affect planning, rates, or traceability (e.g., sprayer, fertilizer rig). Keep lists practical.
Can I assign jobs to a specific machine?
Yes, once equipment exists, you can select it in the job flow so records show which machine was used.
We borrow equipment occasionally. How should we record that?
Create an entry and mark Own/Borrowed accordingly. You can update or remove it later without affecting historical jobs.