Establishment of an IoT Production Chain for Precision Farming

The project aims to establish a seamless communication network from the field to the farm office. It enables efficient data transmission from decentralized sensors and monitoring stations, as well as low-latency communication with mobile machinery on-site.

“Whoever manages to grow two stalks where only one grew before is greater than the greatest general…” Friedrich II already recognized that efficiency amid limited resources was the challenge of his time. This insight remains highly relevant today.

Modern agriculture is shaped by advanced technologies such as soil moisture sensors, weather stations, and chlorophyll measurement devices. Satellites, drones, farm management systems, and sophisticated GPS-controlled harvesters that measure biomass yield with millimeter precision also play key roles. The diversity of these IoT communication technologies demands a consolidated, high-performance infrastructure. This is where SPIE steps in — tasked with developing a unified, low-latency communication infrastructure that connects all data sources seamlessly, from the field to the farmyard.

The purpose of this infrastructure is to provide researchers and agricultural stakeholders with real-time access to a wide array of data sources. This enables a sound economic assessment of resource usage and a thorough analysis of the climate efficiency of farming practices. The insights gained are crucial for optimizing processes, developing digital training and educational methods, and leveraging established formats. In doing so, experience and expertise in regionally adapted agriculture can be continuously expanded and enhanced.

Duration:
01.03.2024 – 31.12.2025.

Contact:
Dan Fischer
dan.fischer@spie.com

Atilla Karagülle
atilla.karaguelle@spie.de

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