# Stand counts

**URL:** <https://community.pix4d.com/t/stand-counts/30059>\
**Category:** PIX4D International\
**Created:** [May 6, 2024, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.pix4d.com/t/stand-counts/30059 "2024-05-06T17:19:07Z")\
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**Author:** ![bobmulliken](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/e8c25b/32.png) [@bobmulliken](https://community.pix4d.com/u/bobmulliken)\
**Post date:** [May 6, 2024, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.pix4d.com/t/stand-counts/30059/1 "2024-05-06T17:19:07Z")

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What is required and how to do stand counts

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**Author:** ![Julius\_Petri](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/pix4d/user_avatar/community.pix4d.com/julius_petri/32/4592_2.png) [@Julius\_Petri](https://community.pix4d.com/u/Julius_Petri)\
**Post date:** [May 7, 2024, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.pix4d.com/t/stand-counts/30059/2 "2024-05-07T17:24:08Z")

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Hi,

PIX4D software does currently not offer automatic standcounts. But you can use the map outputs like the high-resolution orthomosaic as an input for 3rd party counting solutions.

For fast orthomosaic processing you can look at PIX4Dfields. In its upcomming 2.7 we will introduce a manual counting feature, which you could use to assess the stand of your crops by sampling a few regions of your field.

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**Author:** ![asshleyymariei](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/pix4d/user_avatar/community.pix4d.com/asshleyymariei/32/8418_2.png) [@asshleyymariei](https://community.pix4d.com/u/asshleyymariei)\
**Post date:** [June 11, 2024, 10:05am UTC](https://community.pix4d.com/t/stand-counts/30059/3 "2024-06-11T10:05:16Z")

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HEY THERE,  
Stand counts are a way to measure how many plants are growing in a certain area. Here’s what you need and how to do it:

### What You Need:

1. **Measuring Tape** : To measure the length of rows or areas.
2. **Markers** : To mark the start and end of the measurement area.
3. **Notebook or Phone** : To write down the counts.
4. **Calculator** : To figure out the plant density if needed.
5. **Optional** : A GPS device for precise locations.

### How to Do It:

1. **Pick Random Spots** : Choose several random areas in the field to get a good average count.

2. **Measure the Area** : For row crops, measure a set length (like 10 feet). For broadcast crops, measure a square meter or other fixed area.

3. **Count the Plants** : Count the number of plants in the measured area. Note any gaps where plants are missing.

4. **Record Your Counts** : Write down your counts or enter them into a mobile app.

5. **Calculate Plant Density** : If needed, calculate the average number of plants per area. For rows, use:

6. **Analyze the Results** : Compare your counts to the expected numbers to see how well your crops are growing.