System using underground sensors and AI can predict soil moisture with 95% accuracy, revolutionizing agricultural irrigation.

A new UC Riverside system can map soil moisture tree by tree, so growers water only where and when it’s needed.

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- THIRDREALITY today announced the launch of the Smart Soil Moisture Sensor Gen2, the next evolution of its smart gardening lineup. Built on extensive ...

Plant-derived cellulose is used to create soil sensors that detect moisture, nutrients, and diseases before they damage crops.

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more If your plants keep dying but you don't know why, it might be time to consider a soil moisture meter. By ...

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Soil is often perceived simply as "dirt," but in reality, it is a dynamic, living system that acts as the Earth's natural sponge. Unfortunately, common agricultural practices—including deep plowing ...