Interesting tools available for farm management, consulting, and rural appraisal activities include free software from a variety of providers. [Yes, I said "free".]
On the Android platform, there is OruxMap, a "free" application that can be used to create a variety of tracks and points for uploading onto GIS software platforms. When searching for OruxMap, it is recommended that you download the English version because the author is in Spain. It is a handy program to upload onto EveryTrail to illustrate location and rate of travel. If you screen print, it provides quick documentation for individuals needing to document hourly billing.
The 800-pound gorilla is ESRI's ArcGIS. In my opinion, it is largely geared to the corporate and public agency users. The tech support has really upgraded in the last few years. With a high-speed connection, the tech support staff can reach out to your desktop and demonstrate how to do a particular manipulation of the imagery or data.
ScanControl also has recently released an application for the iPad. The company has a number of tools that are currently used in the farm management of vineyards. The company has an active training program to acquaint users with applied GIS programs.
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