Smarter water: Irrigation technology

Irrigation technology is evolving fast: From drones mapping moisture across hundreds of hectares, to machine learning systems that predict what your crop will need before you've even checked the forecast, a new wave of tools is changing what's possible on farm

This article steps through the key technologies in irrigation management – what they do, where they are being used, and what to think about before bringing them onto your operation. Touching on a variety of novel technologies available including real-time soil moisture sensors, machine learning, predictive irrigation systems, drones. Read all about them below!

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