About: What Is a Sensor?
And Why Does It Matter on the Farm?
A sensor is a small device that measures something in the real world—like temperature, moisture, light, or motion—and turns it into data.
Think of it like a set of digital senses. Just as your skin feels temperature or your eyes sense light, sensors let machines feel the world around them.
A Farmer’s Extra Set of Eyes and Ears
Sensors don’t replace your instincts—they back them up.
- Tell you when the soil is dry—even if it looks damp on top
- Warn you if your storage shed gets too humid
- Track how cold it really got last night in the orchard
- Help you spot patterns you might miss in the day-to-day
Used right, sensors can save time, reduce waste, and help protect your crops.
Different Sensors, Different Jobs
There are many types of sensors, each with its own role:
- Soil moisture sensors – to guide irrigation
- Air temperature and humidity sensors – for greenhouses or weather tracking
- Light sensors – to optimize grow lights or monitor shading
- Pressure sensors – to monitor tanks, pumps, or lines
Some are simple. Others are advanced. The key is picking the right tool for your land—not overbuying, not under-planning.
Rugged, Reliable, Real-World Ready
Farms aren’t labs. You need sensors that:
- Stand up to wind, sun, and water
- Run for months on battery or solar
- Connect even when signal is spotty
- Are easy to use—no tech jargon, no hassle
With the right setup, sensors become your extra set of hands—always on, always watching, and always helping you make better decisions.
For inquiries about Merit-iot, please feel free to reach out:
Merit-iot Agricultural Computingc/o Brian Butts-Heide
26 Jacob Lane, Suite 305
Halifax, NS B3M 0H6
Canada
[email protected]
Brian's mobile: +1 (902) 719-2516