How to Cultivate Grapes in the Middle of the Desert?
Project Information
- Customer: Grape farm
- Facility: 1 hectare of grapes, under 50-mesh netting and polycarbonate roof.
- Method of cultivation: Soil
- Type of crop: Grapes
The Customer's Challenge
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This grape farm in an arid desert environment faced the constant threat of leaf burn due to intense heat and sunlight. The grower needed a solution to:
- Accurately monitor temperature and sunlight levels within the greenhouse.
- Automatically control side curtains to provide optimal shading for the grapes.
- Reduce manual labor and ensure consistent environmental control.
GrowDirector’s Solution & Result
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Connecting 4 sensors and curtain motors to the GrowDirector system (6 DryContactDirectors, 2 SensorDirectors) enabled:
- Real-time monitoring of temperature and sunlight intensity.
- Automated opening and closing of side curtains based on pre-set thresholds.
- Significant reduction in manual monitoring and adjustments.
Equipment used in the case
GrowDirector’s intuitive interface and flexible programming options allowed the grower to easily customize the system to their specific needs and environmental conditions. This seamless integration of technology and cultivation practices optimized the farm’s efficiency and productivity.
Successful grape cultivation in challenging environments requires precise control over shading and climate. GrowDirector provides the tools and automation necessary to achieve this, even in the harshest conditions.