Agriculture Monitoring Articles
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Understanding Soil Sensor Readings, Interpreting Data for Better Decision-Making
Background:Soil sensors have become an important tool in precision agriculture, enabling farmers to monitor soil conditions and make informed decisions about plant growth and management. However, proper interpretation of soil sensor readings is essential to ensure accurate and effective decision making. This paper explores the importance of understanding soil sensor data and how it can be ...
By JXCT
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Application and principle of soil moisture sensor
Soil moisture sensor is a device for measuring soil moisture content. It plays a vital role in agricultural and environmental monitoring, allowing accurate assessment of soil conditions and timely intervention. In this article, we will explore the application and principle of soil moisture sensors. Soil moisture sensors work by measuring the electrical conductivity of soil. When soil contains ...
By JXCT
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Optimizing Irrigation Efficiency with Smart Soil Sensor Systems
In the face of growing water scarcity and the pressing need for sustainable agricultural practices, optimizing irrigation efficiency has become a paramount concern for farmers worldwide. Traditionally, irrigation scheduling has relied on estimates and fixed schedules, often leading to overwatering or underwatering, resulting in wasted water, nutrient leaching, and reduced crop yields. The advent ...
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Grain Silo Level Monitoring
ABM’s non-contact level sensors are used in the Agriculture industry for monitoring silos, process tanks and storage containers. For this application, ABM’s non-contact ultrasonic sensors were used to continuously monitor grain level in silos. The sensors are self-cleaning, eliminating build-up on the transducer face for maintenance free operation. During filling conditions the ...
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It’ll all be for the same purpose: to maximize the yield and take care of that soil
Brad McDougald jokes that farmers can always find something to complain about. “Doesn’t matter whether it’s too warm, too dry, too cold,” McDougald says with a chuckle. This year was a dry season in Drumheller, Alta., where his 2,500-acre farm produced about 40 per cent of its regular yield of wheat, canola, peas, lentils and barley. But for all the elements outside a ...
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White aphids on cannabis plants - how to spot and treat them
Whether you are new to growing indoors or a seasoned professional, one thing is for certain – you can’t take your eye off the ball with pest control! One of the most common pests to plague our grow rooms are the white aphid. Secondary to those are black aphids, which are very similar. If you’ve not experienced an aphid attack yet then count yourself lucky. There is no surefire ...
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Leveraging the cloud to save time, money on the farm
Most of us have heard of “Internet of Things (IoT)” – the interconnected cloud and devices, like our smart watches, that we use everyday to make lives easier. But what do these smart solutions or the cloud have to do with farming? Everything, according to Jeffrey Poppel, senior product manager for Decisive Farming by TELUS Agriculture. ...
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Cannabis leaves curling? Causes and solutions
Hey there, fellow cannabis grower! Welcome to our detailed guide on a common issue many of us face: Why are your cannabis leaves curling up? If you’ve noticed those once luscious green leaves taking on a curious curl, don’t panic just yet! We’re here to help you understand what might be causing this problem. We will guide you through the process of diagnosing and addressing it. ...
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How to get rid of mealybugs on cannabis grown indoors
Mealybugs are small but mighty pests that can settle on your plants. If left untreated, they can spell disaster! Nobody wants that now do they!? As with many aspects of growing plants, pest prevention is a great way to minimise the likelihood of infestations. In turn, this saves wasting time and resources treating mealybug populations in your grow space. Although mealybugs can affect outdoor ...
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Preventing nutrient burn: essential tips for healthy plants
If you’re a cannabis grower, you know that healthy plants are essential for a successful crop. However, even with the best intentions and care, nutrient burn can occur and cause significant damage. Nutrient burn is a common problem that can affect cannabis plants. It leads to a range of cannabis leaf symptoms and ultimately affects the plant’s growth and yield. In this article, we ...
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Fuel your productivity and never run empty
View and track tank levels so you always know what you’ve got on-hand Farm machinery has changed a lot since the first gas-powered tractor rolled into a prairie farm yard about a century ago. But some things resist change. Most farm machinery still runs on fuel and farmers still fret about running out of it. Today, however, as with just about everything else, technology can help. The TELUS ...
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Ancient roots of wheat virus resistance
The DNA sequence of a gene responsible for resistance to a devastating virus in wheat has been discovered, providing important clues for managing more resistant crops and maintaining a healthy food supply. Wheat crops in the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Africa are regularly damaged by wheat yellow mosaic virus (WYMV), and there is a high demand for wheat varieties or cultivars that are resistant ...
By Lifeasible
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Application and working principle of evaporation sensor
Background: Evaporation sensor is a device used to measure the evaporation rate of a liquid or substance. These sensors are essential in a wide range of industries, from agriculture to manufacturing, where evaporation plays a crucial role in determining the quality and quantity of the final product. Working principle of evaporation sensor Evaporation sensors work by measuring the rate at which a ...
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How effectively can technology be used in the agriculture sector?
Today, the agriculture sector is under pressure as the world's population grows. At the same time, the industry is being asked to produce more food with fewer resources in a way that doesn't damage the environment. At least, farmers worldwide need to feed 9.1 billion people in 2050. It's a big challenge, but one that can be met with the help of technology. It's nothing new for farmers to use ...
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Illumination sensor in intelligent agriculture
Summary: With the development of intelligent agriculture in the Internet of things, many agricultural sensors appear in agricultural environmental monitoring, among which illumination sensor is a more important one.The sensor measures the intensity of light, which affects photosynthesis and, in turn, crop yields.In smart agricultural planting, the illumination sensor can detect the information of ...
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More is more
Benefits of having multiple years of information when crop planning You operate in an age of data-driven farming. The question is: how do you manage all of your information? While schools of thought differ, one fact remains: you can benefit immensely by documenting multiple years’ worth of information, especially as you begin to plan for next season. The more information you have, the ...
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Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria
Opinion piece: sustainability gets supercharged thanks to all-new formulation designed to drive yield As a farmer your job is as simple as it is intensely complex: sustainably produce food to feed the world. A key component of profitable agriculture is using the exact amount of inputs to drive yields. Fertilizer, your largest expense, must be critically timed to achieve the best results. ...
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Be harvest ready
Use farm management software to create the ultimate harvest prep checklist Even in that moment of relative quiet prior to harvest, the busy weeks ahead are beginning to occupy your mind. Will you be ready for everything simultaneously coming your way? Production volume, quality, people, equipment and safety all factor into what is arguably the busiest time of your year. The ability to plan ...
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How technology helps trace cotton from farm to consumer?
Cotton in numbers and why they matter Every year 27 million tons of cotton is produced globally and it is also the most often used natural fibre according to Statista. The WWF reports cotton production employs almost 7% of all labour in developing countries and provides income for over 250 million people worldwide. They also raise the concerns of the industry’s environmentally ...
By Farmsio Ltd.
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Types Of Smart Sensors For Agriculture
Types Of Smart Sensors For Agriculture Rapid social development, climate change, reduced rainfall and increased demand for food have all had a big impact on agriculture. This has had a negative impact on traditional farming practices. It is understood that we will be equipped with smart sensors in the agricultural sector.The current situation wants farming to become more “smart” by using modern ...
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