PAPlants, is a web-based data repository for managing licenses, certificates, laboratory testing and other aspects of the plant industry. It includes a disconnected component that enables inspectors in the field to use a laptop or tablet PC.

TECHNOLOGY

Hosted Repository of Data for Plant Testing

• Browser-based software using Microsoft ASP VB.NET 2.0
• SQL Server 2005 database
• SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• Web Service to Geocode Addresses
• Google Maps API v2
• Barcode technology

Laptop/Tablet Application

• Client/server application utilizing
• SQL Server Express 2005
• Field reporting using SSRS, local printers
• Data synchronization

CURRENT FUNCTIONALITY

PAPlants supports the following programs and functions:

Programs

• Feed and Fertilizer
• Lime
• Seed
• Soil/Plant Amendments
• Nutrient Management
• Plant Merchant
• Pesticide Dealers
• Manure Haulers
• Apiary Licensing
• Hypersensitive Individuals
• Animal Feed and Lime Tonnage

Functions

• Extensive search capability
• Export to Microsoft Excel
• Maps, directions to exams, nurseries, etc.
• Barcode labels for renewals, reports, samples
• Work lists for lab analysts
• Canned comments for quick entry of text
• Billing/payment processing
• Direct email from within the application
• Role- and program-based security
• Complete audit history of all transactions
• More than 130 reports

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture owns the agriculture software suite of products: USAHerds, USALIMS, PAPlants, PADLSOnline. These products are available by contacting the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Computer Aid, Inc is an independent contractor to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture for implementation and modification of the applications for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.