Oxygen plays a crucial role in the respiration of plant cells, and ensuring an adequate supply is vital to their health.
Oxygen availability is primarily influenced by the balance of water and air in the soil or substrate.
It’s interesting to note that air contains 21% oxygen, while one liter of water can dissolve approximately 12 milligrams of oxygen.
By managing these conditions effectively, we can promote optimal plant (including turfgrasses) growth and vitality.
When a plant has limited access to oxygen (see picture above), it can lead to less energetic chemical bonds, which may affect its overall health.
Addressing oxygen levels can help stimulate robust root growth and enhance nutrient uptake, preventing deficiency symptoms and promoting a thriving plant.
Advancements in technology have led to the development of sensors that enable us to measure and monitor oxygen levels in the substrate effectively.
By collecting data from these sensors and comparing them with other cultivation factors on a dedicated platform, we can better understand the interactions at play.
This analytical approach opens up exciting opportunities for
- improving climate control,
- optimizing water supply and
- enhancing plant resistance, ultimately fostering a more efficient and resilient cultivation process.
Soil Scout Head of Agronomy Johannes Tiusanen says
“When soil oxygen levels dip below 10% for just four hours, plant root hair death occurs, Happi100 gives early warning of this happening, making it easier to prepare for, monitor, and mitigate impact from events like adverse weather and over irrigation.”
That’s why I thought it would be helpful for you to learn about Soil Scout’s newest product, the Happi100 soil oxygen sensor, designed for professional turf management and agriculture.
Soil Scout‘s new product is the first wireless sub-soil oxygen sensor for professional turf and agriculture.
Commercially available for the first time anywhere, this wireless, real-time monitoring solution allows turf professionals to see the true impact of soil oxygen levels on plant root health.
Happi100 reads soil oxygen, moisture, and temperature from the same measurement point and seamlessly integrates with Soil Scout’s existing platform for a complete suite of underground trend data.
This comprehensive approach allows professionals in sports turf management to make more prescriptive interventions.
Bernhard and Company is synonymous with the Soil Scout brand, having installed SubAir Systems, a leading subsurface and moisture management solution, worldwide on numerous occasions.
Bernhard and Company is the official and exclusive distributor of Soil Scout products in the United Kingdom, which will be crucial for the launch of the Happi100 sensor.