AgRite Automated Irrigation System

AgRite’s WiSI is a data acquisition and control device designed to monitor and control remote equipment sensors. Featuring wireless valves and field sensors, the system is designed to allow one to program then monitor a crop’s critical growing processes by use of operator selected set points (including such aspects as soil moisture and tension, pH, temperature and other atmospheric conditions). If/when any of these field parameters change, the system immediately notifies the producer via cell, e-mail, or text message. By selecting the appropriate field zones, the producer inputs the desired irrigation times for the pump to start and right valves to open for timed input. Fertilizer injection system can be included if needed. When finished or if any problems occur during irrigation, the system notifies the producer, again by cell, e-mail, or text. Can also be operated manually.

Cost: $13,900 up depending on number of valves

Impairment Category: Back, Lower extremity, Strength/endurance, Upper extremity