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Sensor-Based Water Control
Sensor-Based Water Control
Sensor-based water control systems revolutionize irrigation by providing real-time data to optimize water usage. Soil moisture sensors, coupled with weather forecasting tools and plant water stress indicators, allow for precise monitoring of crop water requirements. These systems automatically adjust irrigation schedules based on the soil's moisture content, ensuring that crops receive the necessary water without waste. By minimizing over-irrigation, water consumption is reduced, which is especially important in regions facing water scarcity. Sensor-based water control improves water productivity and helps farmers adopt more sustainable practices, contributing to the efficient use of water resources and enhanced crop health.
Committee Members
Dachang Zhang
Water & Eco Crisis Foundation, United States
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy
Alabama A&M University, United States
Usha R Palaniswamy
Maria College, United States Agri 2026 Speakers
Jason A Hedrick
The Ohio State University, United States
Dilip Nandwani
Tennessee State University, United States
Stephen Jennewein
University of Florida, United States
Alene Alemu Tesfamichael
Edelmark AS, NorwaySubmit your abstract Today
Title : Development of Virginia mountain mint as a potential commercial crop in the southern USA
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Suitaiology: A strategic science for reframing agricultural risks under climate extremes — from water-use efficiency to water-situation wisdom
Dachang Zhang, Water & Eco Crisis Foundation, United States
Title : Agroecological practices and their effects on ecosystem services in sustainable mediterranean cropping systems
Fabio Gresta, University of Messina, Italy
Title : Cultivating green wisdom: Urban horticulture techniques for home vegetable cultivation in small spaces for older adults
Consuelo Lima Navarro de Andrade, State University of Feira de Santana (UEFS), Brazil
Title : Teaching food and nutrition security as a critical concern in higher education capstone
Usha R Palaniswamy, Maria College, United States
Title : End-to-end agro-food technologies based on raw materials bred in Saratov
Sadygova Madina Karipullovna, Vavilov University, Russian Federation