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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WISH) — Artificial intelligence could revolutionize how crop farmers make decisions. AI learns by having access to large amounts of data. Researchers at Purdue University are ...

BURLEY, Idaho (KIFI) — As drought conditions and water shortages continue to impact southern Idaho, some farmers are turning to new technology to help stretch every drop of water. Producers in the ...

What is a soil moisture sensor and why are farmers using them more than ever? Agriculture is undergoing a major transformation. As farmers face rising water costs, unpredictable weather, and ...

Scientists have developed a fuel cell that uses microbes in soil to produce electricity. The device can power underground sensors for tasks like monitoring moisture or detecting touch, without needing ...

The SparkFun Qwiic Soil Moisture Sensor (SEN-17731) is a simple breakout for measuring the moisture in soil and similar materials. The soil moisture sensor is pretty straightforward to use. The two ...

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