Sencrop used Agritechnica to introduce a new 4G compatible system, which it says will improve connectivity in remote areas. Having previously used the Sigfox signal, Sencrop weather stations will now take advantage of 96% network coverage. Where the signal does dip, the system can be set to work on the 2G network.
With more than 40,000 stations operating across Europe, the company can offer hyper-localised weather data for growers, who can subscribe to see weather data even if they do not have a station on their ground.
The new unit has a modular build, meaning that up to three sensors can now be mounted, with simple repairs and replacement where necessary. These include wind speed measuring, rainfall and sunlight as well as a soil probe to monitor temperature and moisture below the ground. Specialist modules for leaf moisture and humidity are also available.
