Goanna Ag’s blog: Where agriculture meets innovation

The agriculture industry has always been reliant on a skilled and dedicated workforce. However, in recent years, the sector has faced significant challenges due to workforce shortages, driven by factors such as aging populations, migration trends, changing workforce markets, and the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The silver lining in this scenario is the rise of IoT (Internet of Things) devices, which have emerged as a powerful tool to reduce the impact of workforce shortages in agriculture. In this blog article, we will explore how IoT devices are transforming the industry and enabling farms to thrive despite workforce challenges while also enhancing work health and safety.

In the world of agriculture, success isn't just about planting seeds and hoping for the best. It's about making informed decisions at every stage of the farming process. Among these crucial decisions, irrigation scheduling stands out as a game-changer. When done correctly, proper irrigation scheduling can significantly impact crop yield, quality, and overall farm profitability. In this article, we will explore how this practice works its magic on farms worldwide.

In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, innovation plays a vital role in helping farmers achieve sustainable and efficient practices. One such ground-breaking innovation is the WAND network, developed in collaboration between the GRDC, CRDC and Goanna Ag. WAND is a game-changer for growers and spray operators, providing real-time weather data that can help prevent harmful chemical drifts and improve the overall efficiency of farming operations.

In a world where efficient resource management is paramount, GoMeter emerges as a solution transforming the traditional approach to water usage management. Say goodbye to manual meter reading hassles and embrace a new era of efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability. In this article, we will delve into the key features of GoMeter, highlighting its impact on workforce efficiency, remote monitoring, data accuracy, cost savings, proactive maintenance, and scalability.

In the quest for improved agricultural productivity and sustainability, the choice between traditional irrigation practices and cutting-edge technology is becoming increasingly evident. In this article, we dive into the world of irrigation, comparing GoField, an advanced irrigation scheduling solution, with conventional practices. Explore how this transformative solution empowers farmers to thrive while safeguarding our precious resources and cultivating a greener future for agriculture.

CRDC has collaborated with UniSQ to license a ground-breaking algorithm to Goanna Ag. This revolutionary technology empowers cotton growers with precise early-season canopy temperature measurements, eliminating the need for sensor height adjustments throughout the crop's growth cycle. The algorithm uses multiarray sensors to differentiate between canopy and bare soil temperatures during the crucial early growth stages, aiding irrigation decision-making.

Water is a precious resource for Australian cotton growers, and understanding its availability is crucial for making informed decisions. In a ground-breaking collaboration, Goanna Ag, CSD and CRDC have joined forces to develop a revolutionary online tool called the Water Dashboard. This innovative platform aims to provide real-time insights into a grower's water account, empowering them to enhance water use and improve overall farm management.

Discover the game-changing power of inversion towers in herbicide spraying! Inversion towers are cutting-edge technology that are helping farmers effectively manage their spraying operations while ensuring safety. They reduce the risk of spray drift caused by hazardous temperature inversions. The real-time weather data enables informed decisions, reducing the need for repeated spraying and improving herbicide effectiveness.