The Farm
The grower manages 1 hectare of tree crops, primarily Valencia orange trees, in the wider area of Molai, Laconia, Greece.
The crops are spread across two adjacent plots with different soil characteristics and irrigation requirements. Irrigation is supplied by a privately owned borehole and pump, while the farm is divided into multiple irrigation zones with different water requirements.
The Challenge: Daily Irrigation Management Across Multiple Zones
Daily irrigation monitoring and management required frequent travel and considerable time in the field. Irrigation decisions were primarily based on experience and on-site inspections, without access to reliable real-time data.
At the same time, maintaining the quality of the produce required informed decisions based on actual field data.
The Solution: Remote Irrigation Monitoring and Management with SynField
The SynField solution has been gradually deployed since 2018, creating an integrated system for remote farm monitoring and control.
The system fully covers the operation of the irrigation pump, a small water tank, and eight solenoid valves serving the farm’s multiple irrigation zones.
Two SynField telemetry devices collect data on temperature, relative humidity, pressure, and water level, while the pump and solenoid valves can be remotely controlled through the unified SynField platform and mobile applications.
Results with SynField
By adopting the SynField solution, the farmer:
- Remotely controls the irrigation pump and solenoid valves.
- Remotely monitors critical crop and irrigation parameters in real time.
- Receives immediate alerts about malfunctions and critical events.
- Plans farming activities more efficiently.
- Conserves water resources.
Today, the grower manages the entire farm through a single platform, with a complete overview of the irrigation network and the ability to make informed decisions based on real-time data.
The Farmer's Experience
“With SynField, I can now control the irrigation pump and solenoid valves directly from my mobile phone, without having to visit the fields every day. I have a complete overview of the irrigation system and receive immediate alerts if a problem occurs.”
Dimitris Drivas
SynField in the Field
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