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Using microdendrometers and microtensiometers for mango irrigation scheduling: a review
Article number
1415_37
Pages
315 – 324
Language
English
Abstract
In the past two decades, there have been significant advancements in plant-based technologies for orchard irrigation scheduling.
One method that has shown rapid progress in recent years involves precise measurements of micro-variations in stem or twig diameter.
Micro-dendrometers have emerged as a promising tool for creating fully automated irrigation scheduling systems, thanks to their exceptional robustness, reliability, and accuracy in real-world conditions.
A recent breakthrough in micro-tensiometer technology has enabled direct and accurate measurement of stem water potential over the long-term.
The significant improvement in sensor technology, mobile communication, and machine learning has further driven the development of plant-based irrigation scheduling technology and its automation.
Commercial irrigation scheduling systems based on microdendrometer and microtensiometer have emerged and gained rapid adoption by tree crop farmers.
This paper reviewed studies spanning the 1990s to the 2020s on microdendrometer and microtensiometer measurements of mango trees.
The research highlights the potential of these sensors to inform irrigation scheduling on mango farms.
We further explored the latest commercially available irrigation scheduling systems utilizing microdendrometers and microtensiometers.
By examining the underlying technology and business models, we assessed their accessibility for mango growers.
Finally, we provide insights and suggestions for those considering adopting these technologies.
One method that has shown rapid progress in recent years involves precise measurements of micro-variations in stem or twig diameter.
Micro-dendrometers have emerged as a promising tool for creating fully automated irrigation scheduling systems, thanks to their exceptional robustness, reliability, and accuracy in real-world conditions.
A recent breakthrough in micro-tensiometer technology has enabled direct and accurate measurement of stem water potential over the long-term.
The significant improvement in sensor technology, mobile communication, and machine learning has further driven the development of plant-based irrigation scheduling technology and its automation.
Commercial irrigation scheduling systems based on microdendrometer and microtensiometer have emerged and gained rapid adoption by tree crop farmers.
This paper reviewed studies spanning the 1990s to the 2020s on microdendrometer and microtensiometer measurements of mango trees.
The research highlights the potential of these sensors to inform irrigation scheduling on mango farms.
We further explored the latest commercially available irrigation scheduling systems utilizing microdendrometers and microtensiometers.
By examining the underlying technology and business models, we assessed their accessibility for mango growers.
Finally, we provide insights and suggestions for those considering adopting these technologies.
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Authors
Ping Lu
Keywords
plant-based indicator, automated irrigation system, daily growth, daily maximum shrinkage, plant water status
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