The Decentlab DL-SMTP sensor with ID 19645 is strategically deployed at the Nkirashi site, specifically designed to monitor soil moisture within a newly elevated semi-circular bund. This sensor is crucial for assessing environmental and microclimatic conditions in this innovative agricultural setup.

Sensor Details

Sensor Manufacturer

DECENTLAB

Sensor Model

Soil Moisture and Temperature Probe (Decentlab DL-SMTP)

Sensor Type

Elevated bund location

Location

Situated at the south-east corner of the bund site, this sensor captures data from a critical point where environmental interactions are most pronounced due to the elevation.

Installation Characteristics

Features

Semi-circular bunds with an elevated section.

Deployment

New bunds installed in August 2023 designed to test adaptations to traditional bunding methods for improved water retention and soil health.