RADCO AG Achieves Precision Farming with Hyper-Local Weather Insights

Precision Farming with Hyper-Local Weather Insights

For Caitlin Radford, a grower at Radco Ag, managing the complexities of modern farming is all about timing and accuracy. With an Ag Logic weather station installed on her property, Caitlin has turned to Jane’s Weather PRO to make data-driven decisions that optimise her operations, conserve resources, and protect her crops.

Here’s how Caitlin is leveraging Jane’s Weather to tackle daily farming challenges and achieve precision in her practices.

The Challenge is Managing Weather-Dependent Operations

Spray Conditions
Caitlin needed a tool to identify the perfect windows for chemical spraying, ensuring both effectiveness and safety by reducing drift and avoiding adverse weather conditions.

Irrigation Management
Efficient water use is critical, especially during dry periods. Caitlin sought a solution to balance her irrigation schedules without overwatering or underhydrating crops.

Accurate Rain Predictions
With localised rain patterns, Caitlin relies on precise rain forecasts to plan fieldwork and avoid disruptions caused by changeable weather.
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The Solution is Jane's Weather PRO

Caitlin has found Jane’s Weather PRO to be an invaluable partner in her farming operations, offering AI-powered, hyper-local weather forecasting tools made for agriculture and tailored to her unique microclimate.

Key Features Caitlin Relies On

Ideal Spraying Conditions:
With Jane’s Weather - Ideal Spray Forecast Tool, Caitlin confidently identifies optimal times for chemical applications. She has also set custom forecast thresholds for;

1. Wind speed and direction
2. Temperature
3. Humidity
4. Spray Conditions and Inversion Risk
   These insights ensure that her spraying operations are precise, effective, and safe for nearby crops.
5. Evapotranspiration (eTo) Forecasting
   Caitlin uses Jane’s Weather’s eTo forecast to plan irrigation cycles with efficiency. By understanding crop water requirements and environmental conditions, she optimises water use and reduces waste, which is crucial factor during dry seasons.
6. Rain Model Comparison
   Jane’s Weather’s ability to stack and compare multiple rain models gives Caitlin confidence in her rain forecasts. By viewing side-by-side predictions from the weather models, she can plan fieldwork and irrigation schedules with greater confidence and accuracy, minimising disruptions.

Additional Benefits for Caitlin

1. Frost Alerts
   Frost is a significant threat to crop health. Caitlin receives forecasted frost risk alerts, enabling her to take protective measures when frost risks are flagged.
2. Growing Degree Days (GDD)
   With the GDD forecast tailored for RADCO, Caitlin monitors crop development stages, ensuring timely decisions on planting, spraying, and harvesting for optimal yields.
3. Hyper-Local Forecast Notifications
   Personalised notifications tailored to Caitlin’s property provide updates on wind speed, and rainfall intensity, helping her respond proactively to changing conditions.

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“Jane’s Weather has transformed how I plan my day-to-day operations. The hyper-local insights and tailored forecast alerts have made all the difference in managing my crops with precision.”

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