Purpose
The New Plant feature on the Plants List page allows users to add new plants to their inventory. This action automatically creates a work order to document the plant addition.
What can you do with it?
With New Plant, you can:
Add one or multiple new plants to your inventory
Specify details like cultivar, growth stage, and destination batch
Generate a work order to track the plant addition
Backdate the plant creation if needed
How is it done?
Follow these steps to add new plants:
Plant Details
Name (optional): Set custom plant names
Reason: Select or enter a reason for adding the plant
Cultivar: Choose from your list of cultivars
Destination Batch: Assign plants to a specific batch
Plant Stage: Select the current growth stage
Quantity and Timing
Number of Plants: Enter the quantity of plants to add
Time: Set the date and time for plant creation (defaults to current time if left empty)
Review and Submit
Double-check all entered information
Click "Submit" to create the plants and generate the work order
Important Considerations
The work order name will include the selected reason or custom reason if "Other" is chosen
Backdating is possible but should be used carefully to maintain accurate records
Ensure cultivar and growth stage selections are accurate, as they'll be applied to all new plants in this action
Best Practices
Use consistent naming conventions for plants when utilizing the optional Name field
Regularly review and update your list of cultivars and growth stages to ensure accuracy
Double-check all information before submitting to avoid errors in your inventory and work orders
Use the backdating feature judiciously and only when necessary to maintain data integrity