Automated service for rational management of paddy irrigation using sensors
SISRICE
innovation
in our project
The project leverages/advances and improves the technology developed under the SmartPaddy & DEMETER research project.
The project leverages/advances and improves the technology developed under the SmartPaddy & DEMETER research project.
Correct and prudent use of irrigation water, through the management of a system that is part of Smart Farming practices.
Correct and prudent use of irrigation water, through the management of a system that is part of Smart Farming practices.
Use of GSM modem for remote communication and on-demand information of the producers about the state of the field.
Use of GSM modem for remote communication and on-demand information of the producers about the state of the field.
enviromental
problem
The cultivation of rice has been characterized by the HYPAAT as particularly water-bearing, while the project area (Delta Axios) is part of the NATURA 2000 areas.
The cultivation of rice has been characterized by the HYPAAT as particularly water-bearing, while the project area (Delta Axios) is part of the NATURA 2000 areas.
The rational management of the irrigation water provided by the river Axios and the avoidance of its unnecessary use practices, protect the natural water reservoirs.
The rational management of the irrigation water provided by the river Axios and the avoidance of its unnecessary use practices, protect the natural water reservoirs.
The reduced use of water reduces the chances of leaching of nitrates or other agrochemicals into adjacent bodies of water, such as the sea, underground water table, etc.
The reduced use of water reduces the chances of leaching of nitrates or other agrochemicals into adjacent bodies of water, such as the sea, underground water table, etc.
SCOPE OF THE PROJECT
SISRICE with the application of sensors and an automated information system is expected to ensure better water management and lead to a reduction of approximately 10% of water consumed/year.
SISRICE with the application of sensors and an automated information system is expected to ensure better water management and lead to a reduction of approximately 10% of water consumed/year.
PROJECT COORDINATOR
Ergoplanning Ltd
Karatasou 7, Thessaloniki
Telephone: +30 2310 544 224
Email : info@ergoplanning.gr
Website: www.ergoplanning.gr
Ergoplanning Ltd
Karatasou 7, Thessaloniki
Telephone: +30 2310 544 224
Email : info@ergoplanning.gr
Website: www.ergoplanning.gr
