How does Irrometer tensiometer monitor soil moisture?
Powered by Netbeat™ - the first irrigation system with a brain, Irrometer tensiometer is a proven and reliable tool to give accurate information on soil moisture status, regardless of soil type.
The tool acts like an artificial root by exchanging water with the surrounding soil to precisely measure the soil water tension in centibars (cb) or kilopascals(kPa). By knowing the exact amount of energy required by root systems to draw water from the soil and the moisture level at the root zone, you can make schedule irrigation for optimal yields.