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Cloud
FArming

some viticulturists look up
from the earth to check on
the clouds. our vineyard
team looks to the cloud to
check on the earth—using
their ipads.

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ith tablet technology and some cool new software,
Brent Young, Jordan’s viticulturist and Dana Grande,
Jordan’s vineyard manager, never have to leave the grapevines
to access critical data or perform day-to-day tasks. It can all
be done in the field.
“Unlike almost every other vineyard management software
program, this technology is here where we need it,” says
Grande. “Other programs and platforms are designed for
‘farming from the desk—a philosophy that I have never
agreed with or practiced.”
AgCode, a software program designed for mobility that was
initially created for the food industry, makes it possible.
Their software blends barcode, mobile computing, GPS and
internet technologies in a single application, offering multiple
functions, including budget management, field payroll and
vineyard management. “Jordan is one of only three wineries
in the world using this ground-breaking software—and the

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most progressive adopter of our myriad of capabilities,” says
Dion Harste, president of AgCode, Inc.
In an effort to address our specific needs, AgCode customized
its application in both function and delivery, making Jordan’s
iPad vineyard management program the most robust in the
industry. First, AgCode adapted its software to an application
that can be used with an iPad, allowing Young and Grande
greater mobility and efficiency.
Next, it developed tailored programs for Young and Grande
to work more effectively with less margin for error. This
includes the opportunity to share all kinds of farming
information in real time—no more passing spreadsheets
back and forth wondering if it’s the most current version.
They can also change a work order or check on the condition
of a tractor without having to drive back to their offices.
Now they flip open the cover of their iPads, then type or tap,
making the vineyard their virtual and literal office.
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