Efficient irrigation is essential for healthy plant growth, resource conservation, and sustainable crop production. Smart sensor monitoring allows growers to apply water precisely when and where it's needed, based on real-time environmental data.
Temperature
Monitor ambient temperature to understand evaporation rates and adjust irrigation timing to reduce water loss and heat stress during critical growth phases.
Dendrometer
Track tree stem or plant trunk growth to detect water stress and optimize irrigation schedules based on real-time plant feedback rather than estimates.
Soil Water Potential
Measure the energy required for plants to extract water from the soil, allowing irrigation systems to respond to actual root-level water availability rather than surface moisture alone.
Volumetric Water Content (VWC)
Quantify the exact percentage of water present in the soil to ensure efficient irrigation cycles and prevent overwatering or drought stress.
Bulk Electrical Conductivity
Monitor salt and nutrient concentrations in the soil to avoid buildup caused by over-irrigation and ensure balanced soil fertility for healthy plant development.
Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge
Accurately measure natural rainfall to avoid unnecessary irrigation and fine-tune water scheduling based on real-world precipitation events.
Soil Temperature
Track soil temperature to ensure irrigation timing matches the plant's capacity for water uptake, especially in early root development stages or extreme weather conditions.
Soil Moisture
Measure the actual moisture level within the root zone to trigger irrigation only when necessary, promoting efficient water use and maintaining ideal growing conditions.
Soil Potential Range: From −9 to −2'000 kPa Resolution: 0.1 kPa Accuracy: ±(10% of reading + 2 kPa) from −9 … -100 kPa Temperature Range: From −40 to +60 °C Resolution: 0.1 °C Accuracy: ±1 °C LoRaWAN® class A 2 C alkaline batteries
Range: LW < 0.11: dry leaf LW >= 0.11: wet leaf LW >= 0.27: totally wet leaf Resolution: < 0.000001 Cable Length: 5 meter LoRaWAN® class A 2 C alkaline batteries
Tripping Bucket Accuracy: 2% up to 25 mm/hr 3% up to 50 mm/hr Resolution: 0.1 mm per tip Catchment area: 200 cm2 Length cable: 1m (longer cable on request) LoRaWAN® class A 2 C alkaline batteries
Sub-surface 600 mm profile with 6x capacitance-based soil moisture and soil temperature sensors Moisture / Scaled Frequency Unit Range: From 0 (air) to 100% (water) Resolution: 0.01 Accuracy: ±1% at calibration Temperature Range: From -20 to +50 °C Resolution: 0.1 °C Accuracy: ±0.2 °C, 0.1% per °C Length cable: 5m *Custom profile configuration and length on request LoRaWAN® class A 2 C alkaline batteries
Soil Moisture Range: From 0 to 100 % volumetric water content (VWC) Resolution: 0.01 % Accuracy: ±0.03 % Soil Temperature Range: From -20 to 60 °C Accuracy: ±2.0 °C at 25 °C Resolution: ±0.01°C *Inaccuracy can be higher under moderate-to-high solar radiation. Salinity Range: From 0 to 8000 volumetric ion content (VIC) Accuracy: Not specified *600 mm probe length, 6 soil moisture, temperature and salinity sensors. Other lengths, number of sensors: contact us
Volumetric Water Content (VWC) Range: Mineral soil: From 0.00 to 0.70 m³/m³ Soilless media: From 0.0 to 1.0 m³/m³ Apparent dielectric permittivity εa: 1 (air) to 80 (water) Resolution: 0.001 m³/m³ Accuracy: ±0.03 m³/m³ (±3% VWC) typical in mineral soils Temperature Range: From -40 to +60 °C Resolution: 0.1 °C Accuracy: ±0.5 °C from −40 to 0 °C, ±0.3 °C from 0 to +60 °C Bulk Electrical Conductivity Range: From 0 to 20 dS/m (bulk) Resolution: 0.001 dS/m Accuracy: ±(5% +0.01 dS/m) from 0 … 10 dS/m, ±8% from 10 … 20 dS/m Cable length: 5 meter LoRaWAN® class A 2 C alkaline batteries
Temperature Measurement Range: -200 to >+1000 cm/hr (heat velocity) Temperature Range: -30 ... +70 °C Resolution: 0.01°C Accuracy: ±0.1 °C Cable length: 5 meter LoRaWAN® class A External power supply: 12.0 VDC regulated, 0.3 A max.
Dendrometer / Linear Position Range: From 0 to 20'000 μm Resolution: < 0.05 μm Cable Length: 1 meter
Water Efficiency
Soil moisture, VWC, and soil water potential sensors ensure water is only applied when the soil and plants truly need it, significantly reducing over-irrigation and saving valuable water resources.
Improved Plant Health and Yield
Dendrometer data and soil condition monitoring help detect early signs of water stress, allowing growers to optimize irrigation before crops are affected — supporting steady growth and maximum yield potential.
Reduced Costs
Efficient irrigation prevents waste, lowering water bills, reducing pump and system wear, and minimizing excess fertilizer runoff caused by overwatering.
Sustainable Resource Use
Tipping bucket rain gauges and soil moisture sensors help integrate natural rainfall into irrigation planning, reducing unnecessary water usage and promoting environmentally responsible growing practices.
Balanced Soil Conditions
Bulk electrical conductivity data ensures that salinity and nutrient levels stay within optimal ranges, preventing root zone stress caused by salt buildup from repeated watering.
Enhanced Root Development
Soil temperature and moisture sensors allow irrigation systems to adjust to changing root conditions, supporting deep and healthy root growth that improves plant resilience against heat and drought.
Data-Driven Decision Making
Continuous monitoring creates a reliable historical record, helping growers refine irrigation strategies season after season for more consistent results and predictable performance.
Smart irrigation driven by real-time sensor data helps growers move beyond guesswork — ensuring plants receive the right amount of water at exactly the right time. This leads to healthier crops, lower resource use, and more sustainable farming practices.
