Looking to explore the future of farming?

Look no further than the AgTech Demonstration Farms organised by PIRSA!

These farms are designed to showcase the latest and greatest in Agricultural technology, and provide a space for visitors to learn about how these cutting-edge tools can be used to support key decisions and processes on the farm.

Whether you’re interested in learning about how products from different suppliers compare in terms of cost and performance, or simply want to chat with industry experts about how AgTech can benefit your farm, the AgTech Demonstration Farm is the perfect place to do it.

Currently at the Struan site, we have 3 x HOBO Wireless 4G Field Monitoring kits in place to monitor the farms agriculture. These include:

  • Weather Station kit to monitor temperature, humidity, wind speed, rainfall and more.
  • Soil Moisture kit utilising the latest web-enable technology to monitor the soil temperature and potential at multiple depths up to 90cm deep.
  • Water Level kit with integrated solar panel for easy long term deployment to monitor your water reservoir including tanks, bores and dam levels

Live Station Monitoring Dashboards

Each RX station is powered by HOBOlink software to provide farmers with a comprehensive and customisable solution for monitoring their data. The dashboard can be configured to suit each farmer’s requirements and provides a clear overview of what is happening on the farm at any given time. The live data link on the other hand, is a robust tool to analysis detailed real time information and product in depth reports so farmers can make informed decisions about irrigation, planting and crop maintenance.

Transform Your Farm with HOBO Monitoring Kits: Versatile and Reliable Solutions for Smarter Agriculture

The HOBO MicroRX Weather Station Kits provides instant access to site-specific data, anywhere, anytime on your desktop or mobile device.

The HOBO Weather Station is the perfect tool for monitoring a variety of environmental conditions like air temperature, relative humidity, wind speed/direction and much more. Its easy-to-deploy design and rugged weatherproof construction make it ideal for use in even the most extreme conditions. Also, with the ability to add up to 50 wireless sensors, you can customise the station to perfectly suit your needs. Whether you’re concerned about temperature, humidity, rainfall, or anything else, the HOBO Weather Station has you covered.

The HOBO Soil Moisture Kit is the perfect solution for growers looking to improve their irrigation management and get better crop yields.

The kit includes the MicroRX station, which utilises web-enabled technology to remotely monitor sites and notify growers of important events, as well as the HOBOnet range of wireless sensors. These sensors not only provide accurate and precise measurements of soil moisture, but also soil temperature, electrical conductivity, and soil water potential.

With the HOBOlink software, you can easily access data from any web browser, 24/7. This allows you to verify your system and set up alarms to ensure that your crops always have the optimal amount of moisture.

Monitor your water levels in Tanks, Dams & Bores

The HOBO Water Level Kit is the perfect solution for long-term, reliable monitoring of your water levels in Tanks, Dams & Bores. With the web-enabled HOBO MicroRX water level station, you can not only monitor the water level but also the flow in streams on your property. The station-side alarms provide immediate notification of critical conditions, so you can always be aware of your water level and avoid any potential problems. With the addition of the Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter, you can also monitor water usage via a flow meter in water supplies.

With the HOBO Water Level Kit, you can have peace of mind knowing that your water supply is being monitored in the most efficient way possible.

Compare the latest Agricultural technology

Discover what the future of farming looks like at the Struan Best Practice Demonstration farm or contact one of our specialist today for further information on our range of wireless field monitoring solutions.