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Calculator Wizard

Set up your crops and timeline once, then navigate through all calculators

Step 1 of 6: Farm Setup - Enter your crops and allocation

Next: Investment → Revenue → Break-Even → ROI → Loan Analysis

Session Name

Farm Configuration

Planning Period (Years)ℹ️ Recommended: 3-5 years for most crops

This timeline will be used across all calculators. Short-term crops: 1-3 years, Perennial crops: 5-10 years

Total Land (Hectares)ℹ️ Total farm size for analysis

Enter total available farmland in hectares (1 hectare ≈ 2.47 acres)

Crop Name *ℹ️ Select from templates above

% of Land/Resources *ℹ️ Must total 100%

Tip: Start with 20-30% for new crops

Total Allocation:

100%✓ Ready

Use Templates: Click "Use Template" for pre-configured crop portfolios optimized for South African conditions
Enter Crops: Add your crops and allocate percentages (must total 100%)
Set Timeline: Choose your planning period (3-5 years recommended for most crops)
Navigate Calculators: Use Next/Back buttons to move through financial analysis steps
Modify As Needed: Your setup data is pre-filled but can be adjusted in each calculator

Diversification: Allocate to 3-5 different crops to reduce risk
Water Management: Consider water availability - mix high and low water-need crops
Maturity Timelines: Include crops with different maturity periods for steady cash flow
Market Demand: Research local and export market demand before finalizing allocations
Start Small: For new crops, consider starting with 10-20% allocation initially

High Profit Crops:

Low Water Needs:

Quick Returns:

Over-allocation: Don't allocate more than 70% to any single crop
Insufficient Water: Ensure your water supply supports all crops' needs
Unrealistic Timeline: Very long projections (>10 years) have high uncertainty
Market Research: Verify local demand and prices before committing
Ignoring Costs: High-revenue crops often have high operating costs