Accurate rainfall monitoring is vital for optimising agricultural practices and maximising crop yields across Europe's diverse climates—from Mediterranean heat to Northern chill. As a leader in smart agricultural technology and water conservation, we offer innovative devices like our Rain Gauge to transform how farmers track and use precipitation data for efficiency and sustainability.
The Challenge of Rainfall Monitoring
Europe's variable rainfall, intensified by changing climates, challenges traditional methods like manual gauges and local weather reports. These lack the precision and real-time data needed for modern farming decisions on irrigation, storage, and land management. The European Environment Agency (2020) notes a 30% rise in extreme weather events—floods and droughts—over the past decade, underscoring the need for tools like our Rain Gauge to provide accurate, timely insights (Wolfert et al., 2017).
The Rain Gauge
Our Rain Gauge, alongside our other smart devices, delivers cutting-edge monitoring tailored to European farms.
Advanced Rain Gauge Technology
The Rain Harvesting Connect Rain Gauge (Satellite) uses tipping bucket technology with ±0.2mm precision—far surpassing manual gauges. It captures rainfall data during events, offering farmers immediate, property-specific insights via our app, accessible anywhere with an internet connection.
Connectivity Options for Every Farm
Our Rain Gauge (Satellite) leverages global Satellite connectivity, ideal for remote farms without Wi-Fi or local networks. Our Rain Gauge (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi) is perfect for Rain Gauges that are on smaller properties.
Comprehensive Monitoring Features
· Accurate Tracking: The Rain Gaug measures rainfall precisely, guiding irrigation adjustments.
· Customisable Alerts: Set thresholds to be notified about.
· Historical Data Analysis: Use your rainfall data in the app for trend insights.
· Long Battery Life: AA batteries power the Rain Gauge for 12-18 months, minimising upkeep.
Conclusion
Our Rain Gauge revolutionises rainfall monitoring for European farmers. With ±0.2mm precision and Satellite connectivity, it empowers smarter decisions, resource conservation, and productivity. Adapt to water challenges with our solutions or contact our team for tailored support.
References
European Commission. (2019). Precision agriculture and the future of farming in Europe. European Parliamentary Research Service.
European Environment Agency. (2020). Climate change, impacts and vulnerability in Europe 2020. EEA Report No 1/2020.
Knickel, K., et al. (2018). Between aspirations and reality. Journal of Rural Studies, 59, 197-210.
van der Wal, T., et al. (2019). Fieldcopter: Unmanned aerial systems for crop monitoring. Precision Agriculture, 20(6), 1-18.
Wolfert, S., et al. (2017). Big data in smart farming. Agricultural Systems, 153, 69-80.