SPREADMARK CERTIFICATION & GPS MAPPING SERVICES

Ensure Compliance & Protect Your Land With Certified Spreading Solutions

KBS 2018 Ltd, formerly Karaka Bulk Spreaders, is based in Maramarua, Auckland and services South Auckland, the Upper Waikato, and Coromandel regions. We are fully Spreadmark Certified, ensuring all fertiliser applications are carried out accurately and efficiently. Our vehicles are calibrated annually and comply with the requirements of the Code of Practice for the placement of fertiliser in New Zealand.


To support this, we use Tabula, an easy-to-use online job allocation and proof of placement mapping system. Whether you’re running a large farm or managing a lifestyle block, Tabula keeps all your fertiliser spreading records in one place, making it easier to meet compliance requirements and manage your land effectively. You can log in yourself or leave it entirely to us—we’ll take care of the whole process.

Spreadmark Certified for Accuracy & Compliance

As part of the Spreadmark Code of Practice, our operators meet strict standards for accurate fertiliser application. You get:

Proof of Placement

Full GPS mapping of all spreading

Professional Record Keeping

Critical for compliance and future planning

Safe & Responsible Application

Protects waterways, stock, and pasture

Expert Advice

Backed by decades of experience in the field

MAPPING

How Tabula Works – Simple, Accurate & Reliable


Whether you prefer a hands-on approach or want us to manage it all, Tabula makes spreading smarter:

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Do It Yourself (with our help)

  • Log in using details we provide
  • Use your farm map or draw your property using Google Earth
  • Select previous applications or create new jobs
  • Submit your order and we’ll take it from there
  • Once complete, you’ll receive a digital coverage map showing where the product was applied

02

Let KBS 2018 Ltd Handle It

  • Simply call or email your order to us like normal
  • We’ll input your job directly into Tabula for you
  • Our drivers receive clear maps of your property in their truck via Tabula GPS
  • This ensures the right product goes in the right place—no guesswork, leaving out unproductive areas to save you money

Why Choose KBS 2018 ltd for Certified Spreadmark Certified Mapping?

  • Fully Spreadmark Certified operators for compliant fertiliser application
  • Powered by Tabula—NZ’s easiest proof-of-placement system
  • Compatible with existing farm maps or create new ones on the spot
  • Prevents incorrect application with Tabula target zones
  • Permanent access to all past application records in one location
  • Digital coverage maps supplied after every job
  • In-house soil testing for customised nutrient programs
  • We handle everything—no extra admin or tech hassle
  • Trusted by farmers, growers & lifestylers across the region

Ensure accuracy and compliance with our Spreadmark certified spreading — call (09) 232 5804 to learn more.