PORTABLE DEVICE FOR MONITORING THE PHENOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT OF MAIZE

Abstract

The present invention describes the development of a portable monitoring system that measures subsoil moisture and plant temperature using thermal imaging. The system also includes a GPS device to precisely determine the location of measurements within the cultivated area, thus identifying plant growth trends. Furthermore, the electronic system has an adjustable tripod base that allows measurements to be taken at different heights according to the plant's growth. The measurement data is stored and processed for real-time viewing or remote monitoring. The information from these variables determines the growing conditions of the corn, as the accumulated temperature provides farmers with data for decision-making.

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