Page 10 - Vol.39-No.6
P. 10

IRRIGATION


          Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the   "At Xylem, we are dedicated to helping   Frost & Sullivan Best Practices awards
        New Product Innovation Leadership Award  our customers optimize their water sys-  recognize companies in various regional
        annually to recognize companies that have  tems and improve efficiency with con-  and global markets for demonstrating
        developed an innovative element in a prod-  nected products, advanced data analytics,  outstanding achievement and superior
        uct by leveraging leading-edge technolo-  and proactive service," said Rod McNelly,  performance in leadership, technological
        gies. The award recognizes the value-added  General Manager of the Light Industry Di-  innovation, customer service, and strategic
        features and benefits of the product and  vision. "We are proud to be recognized by  product development. Industry analysts
        the increased return on investment (ROI)  Frost & Sullivan for our innovation in the  compare market participants and measure
        delivered to customers, which, in turn,  smart pharmaceutical water management  performance through in-depth interviews,
        boosts customer acquisition and market  space, and we will continue to transform  analyses, and extensive secondary research
        penetration potential.              water and solve customer challenges with  to identify best practices in the industry.
                                            innovation and expertise."

                                                                                                    Circle 7 on enquiry card
                       THE IMPORTANCE OF MEASURING


                                           SOIL MOISTURE


             Revolutionizing water
        management with Sensoterra’s
                Wireless Sensors
          As the world faces challenges such
        as rising water and fuel prices, increas-
        ing demand for food, and more frequent
        droughts, growers are seeking innovative
        ways to optimize their operations. Preserv-
        ing water and other resources has become
        a priority, and efficient water management
        is crucial for achieving higher yields. One
        of the key steps in this process is accurate
        soil moisture measurement. In this blog,   to deploy more sensors for less money.
        we’ll explore how Sensoterra’s newest   This increased coverage provides a more   Real-World Impact
        generation wireless soil moisture sensors   comprehensive view of soil moisture levels   Sensoterra’s sensors are already making
        are revolutionizing agriculture by providing   across the farm.         a positive impact in regions impacted by
        cost-effective and easy-to-use solutions                                water scarcity. Farmers using these sensors
        for real-time soil moisture monitoring.  2. Easy Data Retrieval: Data can be   have reported saving up to 50% on water
                                            retrieved effortlessly using the free Sen-  and fuel consumption. By having access to
         The Importance of Measuring        soterra app. Moreover, the sensors are   real-time soil moisture data and making
                  Soil Moisture             designed to integrate seamlessly with   informed decisions based on this informa-
                                            water management platforms and other
                                                                                tion, farmers can optimize their irrigation
          To effectively manage water resources   solutions through an open API.  practices and resource allocation, leading
        and make informed decisions, farmers need                               to improved crop yields and cost savings.
        reliable soil moisture data. Traditionally,   3. Simple Installation: Installing these
        monitoring systems have been expensive,   sensors is a breeze, as they are hammera-  As the demand for efficient soil moisture
        complex to install, and difficult to integrate   ble and require no additional tools. In less   management continues to grow, Sensoter-
        with other solutions. However, the emer-  than a minute, farmers can set up these   ra is actively looking to expand its network
        gence of smart, wireless IoT sensors is   sensors, saving valuable time and effort.  of Integration Partners.  By collaborating
        changing the game. These sensors offer   4. Maintenance-Free:  Sensoterra’s   with Sensoterra, businesses and organiza-
        significant advantages, making it easier and   sensors boast a built-in battery that can   tions can become part of a cutting-edge
        more affordable to monitor soil moisture   last up to 8 years. This long battery life   technology solution that is driving positive
        levels in orchards and fields.            ensures continuous and hassle-free   change in agriculture.
                                                   monitoring without the need for   The importance of measuring soil mois-
               Sensoterra’s                        frequent maintenance.        ture cannot be overstated in today’s agri-
         Revolutionary Wireless                    5. High Accuracy: The sensors   cultural landscape. Sensoterra’s wireless soil
           Soil Moisture Sensors                achieve high accuracy thanks to an   moisture sensors offer a game-changing
                                                                                solution that is affordable, easy to use, and
                                               extensive library of standard soil cali-
          Sensoterra’s wireless soil moisture   brations.  This  ensures  that  the  data   provides accurate real-time data. By lev-
        sensors are at the forefront of this   collected is precise and reliable.  eraging these sensors, farmers can make
        agricultural revolution. They offer sev-                                informed decisions about irrigation and
        eral unique features that make them     6.  Versatility: Sensoterra offers   resource allocation, leading to increased
        stand out in the market:              sensors of different lengths to suit var-  efficiency, reduced costs, and improved
                                              ious agricultural applications, providing
          1. Cost-Effectiveness: The sen-     tailored solutions for different types of   crop yields. Join Sensoterra’s network of
        sors are low-cost, allowing farmers                                     Integration Partners to be at the forefront
                                              crops and soil conditions.        of sustainable and productive agriculture.

       8      Vol. 39 No. 6
                                                      Circle 8 on enquiry card
   5   6   7   8   9   10   11   12   13   14   15