Protect important work first
If the project contains significant unsaved work and Save Project is available, create a .ra file before reloading, clearing the session, or making major changes.
Common issues
Bale count is unexpectedly high
Check bale weight, dry-matter percentage, loss percentages, feeding days, reserve days, and livestock weights.
Inventory depletion date is surprising
Confirm current bales on hand and the calculated bales-per-day usage rate.
Multiple hay type calculation will not proceed
Verify ration-share percentages add to 100%.
Cost per head/day looks wrong
Check bale price, total herd count, feeding period, and loss-adjusted bale requirement.
If the result still does not make sense
Return to the primary inputs and verify units, then open View Calculation Details where available. Compare the displayed formula inputs with the values you intended to enter. Next, remove nonessential Advanced assumptions and add them back one at a time.
If a map feature is involved
Check geometry at close zoom, layer visibility, and whether the correct feature is selected. A misplaced point or duplicate feature can materially change area, distance, or cost results.
If export or project saving fails
Use the shared Help Center articles for .ra project compatibility, browser downloads, PDF/Print, CSV, PNG/Map, and GeoJSON troubleshooting.
Planning note
Hay quality, actual intake, weather, storage, feeding losses, animal condition, and ration design can differ from planning assumptions. Use appropriate nutrition guidance for real feeding decisions.
