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Soil Moisture Sensors


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Minimum Number of Soil Moisture Sensors for Monitoring and Irrigation Purposes

Lincoln Zotarelli, Michael D. Dukes, yMarcelo Paranhos

Calibrating Time Domain Reflectometers for Soil Moisture Measurements in Sandy Soils

Tara Bongiovanni, Pang-Wei Liu, Daniel Preston, Johanna Montanez, Courtnay Cardozo, Steven Feagle, and Jasmeet Judge

Common Questions When Using Soil Moisture Sensors for Citrus and Other Fruit Trees

Eric Herrera, Sandra M. Guzmán, and Eduart Murcia

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. Published by Farm Economics, entrepreneurship, and management

Automatic Irrigation Based on Soil Moisture for Vegetable Crops

Rafael Muñoz-Carpena, Michael D. Dukes, and Bernard Cardenas

Improving irrigation efficiency can contribute greatly to reducing production costs of vegetables, making the industry more competitive and sustainable. This publication is intended to help growers to conserve water through the use of soil moisture sensors. Written by Rafael Muñoz-Carpena, Michael D. Dukes, and Bernard Cardenas, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, revised August 2024.

Smart Irrigation Controllers: What Makes an Irrigation Controller Smart?

Michael D. Dukes
Otros contactos: Bernardo L. Cardenas-Laihacar

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Cost-Share Programs for Soil Moisture Sensors and Irrigation Projects in Florida: A Guide for Agricultural Growers

Akshara Athelly, Sandra M. Guzmán, Yvette Goodiel, yYilin Zhuang

This publication provides an overview of the soil moisture sensor-related cost-share programs available in Florida, summarizing eligibility, timelines, application steps, and relative benefits to help growers navigate available financial support efficiently. Written by Akshara Athelly, Sandra M. Guzmán, Yvette Goodiel, and Yilin Zhuang, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, December 2025.