Agriculture Climate Measurements: How To Ensure Optimal Plant Growth Agriculture is the art and science of cultivating the soil, growing crops, and raising livestock. It includes the preparation of plant and animal products for people to use and their distribution to markets. Agriculture provides most of the world’s food and fabrics. Cotton, wool, and leather are all agricultural products. Agriculture also provides wood for construction and paper products. The need for sustainable resource management is increasingly urgent. Demand for agricultural commodities is rising rapidly as the world’s population grows. Agriculture’s deep connections to the world economy, human societies, and biodiversity make it one of the most important frontiers for conservation around the globe. Monitoring and controlling the environmental parameters in agricultural constructions are essential to improve energy efficiency and productivity. Real-time monitoring allows the detection and early correction of unfavorable situations, optimizing consumption and protecting crops against diseases. Lowering of energy costs, acceleration of growth, and extension of the possible storekeeping duration can be optimized by the precise measurement of humidity, CO2 content, and temperature. Optimum basic conditions for animals and plants ensure the best agricultural products. As different applications demand various adopted solutions for optimization of agricultural processes, Dpstar provides a broad portfolio of agricultural monitoring products. At Dpstar, we provide industry-leading temperature and humidity sensors which can help you improve your agricultural processes. Our equipment will meet or exceed your industry regulatory requirements. We adhere to all standards and regulations required. Dpstar’s Measurement Benefits Dpstar provides customers with measurements that provides: Better production decisions Increasing working safety Improving overall efficiency Reduce ecological footprint Enable efficient use of energy Reduction of food waste Better production decisions Increasing working safety Improving overall efficiency Reduce ecological footprint Enable efficient use of energy Reduction of food waste Measurement Parameters Measurement Parameters Temperature Temperature is one of the most important factors responsible for the growth of plants. Every species of plant thrives in a different ideal temperature. Some plants require high temperatures to grow properly, whereas some need low. Hence, it is important to maintain the required temperature for every type of plant. Apart from the fluctuations in outside temperature, varying greenhouse temperature must be maintained. Temperature Temperature is one of the most important factors responsible for the growth of plants. Every species of plant thrives in a different ideal temperature. Some plants require high temperatures to grow properly, whereas some need low. Hence, it is important to maintain the required temperature for every type of plant. Apart from the fluctuations in outside temperature, varying greenhouse temperature must be maintained. Relative Humidity Relative Humidity Measures the water vapour content in the air. It is a ratio of water vapour currently present in the air compared to the maximum amount possible at that temperature. Humidity control is key to transpiration rate. Since transpiration is the transfer of water from the leaves to the environment, there has to be a sufficient gradient in moisture levels between the leaf and the air so that the air can absorb the water. Relative Humidity Relative Humidity Measures the water vapour content in the air. It is a ratio of water vapour currently present in the air compared to the maximum amount possible at that temperature. Humidity control is key to transpiration rate. Since transpiration is the transfer of water from the leaves to the environment, there has to be a sufficient gradient in moisture levels between the leaf and the air so that the air can absorb the water. Carbon dioxide (CO2) In addition to temperature, and humidity, plants also need CO2 for photosynthesis (carbon assimilation) which affects their growth and yield. Too low CO2 level limits plant growth, but a high level of CO2 is also not beneficial. With proper CO2 enrichment, greenhouse environments can allow plants to convert sunlight with higher efficiencies than field crops. With the help of a greenhouse monitoring system, you can constantly monitor the CO2 level and get alerts when it goes below or above the required levels. Carbon dioxide (CO2) In addition to temperature, and humidity, plants also need CO2 for photosynthesis (carbon assimilation) which affects their growth and yield. Too low CO2 level limits plant growth, but a high level of CO2 is also not beneficial. With proper CO2 enrichment, greenhouse environments can allow plants to convert sunlight with higher efficiencies than field crops. With the help of a greenhouse monitoring system, you can constantly monitor the CO2 level and get alerts when it goes below or above the required levels. Solutions For Primary Agriculture Solutions For Primary Agriculture Greenhouse CO2 measurement Monitoring CO2 in a greenhouse allows optimisation of plant growth conditions, resulting in more efficient plant growth and higher crop yield. Different plants need different levels of CO2 in the air to maximise development. Inside the greenhouse, when the plants’ CO₂ consumption is greater than the supply from greenhouse openings, the CO₂ concentration decreases below the atmospheric level (350 ppm). This limits the photosynthesis process and corresponding plant growth. Therefore, keeping the atmospheric CO₂ in your greenhouse at an optimal level may prove a yield-worthy exercise (up to 20% – 40% yield increase). Our experts can help you get to the ideal CO₂ concentration for your plants to successfully grow, no matter the weather outside. Dpstar offers instruments for measuring CO2, relative humidity, and temperature in greenhouses. Vaisala’s range of transmitters for outdoor use includes products for measuring precipitation, various humidity parameters, and temperature. Outdoor transmitters come with wide operating temperature ranges suitable for most climates, flexible installation options, and radiation shields for protection from the elements. Easy, accurate CO₂ measurement. Robust tried and tested instruments. Ideal for monitoring and optimizing indoor air. CO₂ measuring instruments with unbeatable price-performance ratio. Greenhouse CO2 measurement Monitoring CO2 in a greenhouse allows optimisation of plant growth conditions, resulting in more efficient plant growth and higher crop yield. Different plants need different levels of CO2 in the air to maximise development. Inside the greenhouse, when the plants’ CO₂ consumption is greater than the supply from greenhouse openings, the CO₂ concentration decreases below the atmospheric level (350 ppm). This limits the photosynthesis process and corresponding plant growth. Therefore, keeping the atmospheric CO₂ in your greenhouse at an optimal level may prove a yield-worthy exercise (up to 20% – 40% yield increase). Our experts can help you get to the ideal CO₂ concentration for your plants to successfully grow, no matter the weather outside. Dpstar offers instruments for measuring CO2, relative humidity, and temperature in greenhouses. Vaisala’s range of transmitters for outdoor use includes products for measuring precipitation, various humidity parameters, and temperature. Outdoor transmitters come with wide operating temperature ranges suitable for most climates, flexible installation options, and radiation shields for protection from the elements. Easy, accurate CO₂ measurement. Robust tried and tested instruments. Ideal for monitoring and optimizing indoor air. CO₂ measuring instruments with unbeatable price-performance ratio. Controlling indoor air in livestock facilities Livestock production is significantly influenced by animal health and comfort. Ventilation of animal housing to remove moisture and odors and replace them with fresh air is necessary for livestock productivity. Ventilation also provides air movement that promotes cooling and improves air quality for confined animals. Typically, good air quality is defined in terms of temperature, relative humidity, and carbon dioxide. Controlling ventilation in livestock facilities by measuring CO2 allows for heating and ventilation to be optimized, resulting in energy savings. For example, if cattle are released outdoors on a warm, sunny spring day, automatic CO2 measurement can detect that the barn is empty and stop the ventilation system, whereas a time-based system would continue running regardless. Although it is important to optimize operational costs in order to save energy, it’s not the only reason, CO2 emissions will play an increasingly important role in all businesses in the future. Vaisala’s instruments for monitoring carbon dioxide, relative humidity, and temperature in livestock facilities are designed to tolerate the humid, dusty, and even corrosive conditions typical of these environments. Benefits of improving livestock air quality Improves the health, welfare, and production performance of the animals. Improves the health and safety of producers and workers. Reduces emissions of harmful pollutants to the outside environment which helps reduce nuisance complaints. Results in significant energy and economic savings. Prolongs the life of building structures Controlling indoor air in livestock facilities Livestock production is significantly influenced by animal health and comfort. Ventilation of animal housing to remove moisture and odors and replace them with fresh air is necessary for livestock productivity. Ventilation also provides air movement that promotes cooling and improves air quality for confined animals. Typically, good air quality is defined in terms of temperature, relative humidity, and carbon dioxide. Controlling ventilation in livestock facilities by measuring CO2 allows for heating and ventilation to be optimized, resulting in energy savings. For example, if cattle are released outdoors on a warm, sunny spring day, automatic CO2 measurement can detect that the barn is empty and stop the ventilation system, whereas a time-based system would continue running regardless. Although it is important to optimize operational costs in order to save energy, it’s not the only reason, CO2 emissions will play an increasingly important role in all businesses in the future. Vaisala’s instruments for monitoring carbon dioxide, relative humidity, and temperature in livestock facilities are designed to tolerate the humid, dusty, and even corrosive conditions typical of these environments. Benefits of improving livestock air quality Improves the health, welfare, and production performance of the animals. Improves the health and safety of producers and workers. Reduces emissions of harmful pollutants to the outside environment which helps reduce nuisance complaints. Results in significant energy and economic savings. Prolongs the life of building structures Storage and Transportation Monitoring environmental conditions during storage and transportation of produce and plants is essential to ensure that they arrive at their destination in perfect condition. Consumers today rely on fresh fruit and vegetables being available throughout the year which can extend shipping and transit times and potentially affect quality. The storage life of fresh fruit and vegetables varies with type, variety and pre-harvest conditions. Relative humidity measurement in production, packaging, storage and transportation is vital to ensure product quality and is strictly regulated in the food industry. We offer a comprehensive range of precision humidity measurement devices for monitoring and control of environmental and process conditions across the industry. Our sensors measure relative humidity which is the ratio between the amount of water vapor present in the environment at a given time and the amount of water vapor required to saturate the air. Humidity is a measure of the amount of water vapor present, values are available directly from many of our devices. In fruits and vegetables storage and transportation, the right level of CO2 is important to keep fruits fresh, ensure the safety of storage personnel and prevent the risk of machinery damage. Controlled CO2 helps to slow down the aging process or start the ripening of crop. Food stays fresh longer and has enhanced flavour under controlled conditions. Reduced waste and more food for minimal amount of energy. Food can be transported longer distances in a controlled environment. Increase shelf life of food products Can slow down the ripening process without the need for using chemicals. Storage and Transportation Monitoring environmental conditions during storage and transportation of produce and plants is essential to ensure that they arrive at their destination in perfect condition. Consumers today rely on fresh fruit and vegetables being available throughout the year which can extend shipping and transit times and potentially affect quality. The storage life of fresh fruit and vegetables varies with type, variety and pre-harvest conditions. Relative humidity measurement in production, packaging, storage and transportation is vital to ensure product quality and is strictly regulated in the food industry. We offer a comprehensive range of precision humidity measurement devices for monitoring and control of environmental and process conditions across the industry. Our sensors measure relative humidity which is the ratio between the amount of water vapor present in the environment at a given time and the amount of water vapor required to saturate the air. Humidity is a measure of the amount of water vapor present, values are available directly from many of our devices. In fruits and vegetables storage and transportation, the right level of CO2 is important to keep fruits fresh, ensure the safety of storage personnel and prevent the risk of machinery damage. Controlled CO2 helps to slow down the aging process or start the ripening of crop. Food stays fresh longer and has enhanced flavour under controlled conditions. Reduced waste and more food for minimal amount of energy. Food can be transported longer distances in a controlled environment. Increase shelf life of food products Can slow down the ripening process without the need for using chemicals. 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