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Optimizing Irrigation with Soil Moisture Deficit

What's Soil Moisture Deficit?
Soil Moisture Deficit (SMD) is all about knowing how much water your soil needs to keep your crops growing strong. Think of it like this: SMD measures the gap between how much moisture is in the soil right now and the perfect amount your crops need. We give you this number in millimeters (MM), which is easy to understand—1 millimeter equals 1 liter of water per square meter, just like measuring rainfall. By keeping an eye on SMD, you’ll know exactly when and how much to water, avoiding both under-watering and over-watering that can hurt your plants and your harvest.

To delve deeper into our technology, we have an insightful article written by a plant scientist that explains our SMD technology in-depth. This piece is based on a recent trial and showcases the research conducted to perfect our approach. You can find this valuable resource at this link for more information.
How is Soil Moisture Deficit measured?
It’s simple—our soil moisture sensors give you real-time data straight from your fields. We track two key things: the Field Capacity Line, which shows how much water your soil can hold, and the Stress Line, set at 25% below that to flag when things are getting too dry. The best part? Our system self-calibrates to your soil, and you can adjust the Stress Line depending on your crop or soil type. These lines make it easy for growers to keep moisture in the perfect range, ensuring smart, precise irrigation every time.
How Can the Data Help You Make Decisions?
With Soil Moisture Deficit (SMD) monitoring, you can fine-tune your irrigation using Regulated Deficit Irrigation (RDI). The data shows exactly when your soil is dipping below its ideal moisture level, letting you time your watering perfectly. This way, you're only watering when your crops actually need it—no more over-watering or under-watering. It’s a simple, data-driven method that helps boost water efficiency, keeps your plants healthier, and ultimately leads to better yields and more sustainable water use.
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What Sensors do you Need?
To effectively monitor Soil Moisture Deficit, growers should use the following sensor:

Soil Moisture & Temperature Sensor
This sensor measures soil moisture deficit, providing essential insights into how much moisture your soil is retaining. By tracking real-time moisture levels, it helps growers make informed decisions about irrigation timing and amounts. This proactive approach ensures that plants receive just the right amount of water for optimal growth, reducing waste and improving crop yields.
What's Included in Your Subscription:
Our service offers everything you need for precise, dependable data and successful crop management. Start with our basic package at $8.99 per sensor/connection, including:

  • Dashboard Access with Advanced Analytics: Enjoy seamless access to your personalized dashboard designed for your specific crop, featuring advanced analytics that simplify data interpretation and provide valuable insights into your irrigation, nutrient management, and crop health.
  • Data Accuracy and Reliability: We manage and protect your data to ensure it remains accurate and reliable, providing you with the essential insights needed to support your crop goals and make informed decisions.
  • Customer Service: Our dedicated team is here to provide guidance and answer any questions you may have throughout the season. We’re committed to ensuring you have the assistance you need, so you can focus on your crops.

    • For additional support, you can enhance your subscription with these add-ons:

  • Training and Support ($10/month): Receive comprehensive training and ongoing assistance, including 1-on-1 personalized weekly meetings. This support helps you understand and effectively use data, adopt better data practices overall, and maximize the value of our system, empowering you to make informed decisions for your crops.
  • Sensor Repair and Replacement Service ($16/month): Our proactive monitoring ensures that any faulty sensors are quickly repaired or replaced. With our Sensor Repair and Replacement add-on, your sensors are insured, guaranteeing optimal performance and high uptime. If any issues arise, we’ll handle repairs or replacements promptly, ensuring a continuous flow of critical data for effective crop management.

With these flexible subscription options, you can begin with our basic package and expand with these add-ons as needed—allowing you to focus on what matters most: your crops.