Jane’s Weather and FrostBoss® are Revolutionising Frost Management with Hyper-Local Forecasting

February 6, 2025

At Jane’s Weather, we’re always looking for new ways to bring hyper-local weather forecasting to the people who need it most. That’s why we’re excited to announce our partnership with FrostBoss®, a leader in frost protection technology. What started as a conversation with Scott Gerard of Glenlofty Wines turned into an exciting discovery—the weather telemetry on FrostBoss frost fans at the estate, designed for frost observation, can now be utilised to optimise Jane’s Weather AI Forecast, providing more accurate insights for growers.

This collaboration is a prime example of how weather telemetry—whether from a weather station, irrigation system, or even a frost fan—can be harnessed for more than its original purpose. It’s not just about observing weather data anymore; it’s about turning that data into an accurate weather forecast in agriculture for smarter farming.

Reactive to Proactive Frost Management

FrostBoss frost fans are trusted worldwide for mitigating frost damage, pulling warmer air to ground level to protect crops like grapes, almonds, and citrus. These fans are excellent at responding to frost events in real time, but with Jane’s Weather AI Forecast, growers can now anticipate frost conditions before they happen.

Untapped Telemetry Potential

FrostBoss fans come equipped with advanced sensors (temperature, wind, etc.). Now, growers can integrate these weather sensors to benefit from a Jane’s Weather AI Forecast tailored to their specific farm conditions.

Expanding Utility Beyond Frost

With this integration, growers receive a hyper-local weather forecast not just for frost risk but also for:

  • Spraying conditions – Ensure drift prevention and maximum efficacy.
  • Irrigation planning – Use weather forecast in agriculture to optimise water use.
  • Evapotranspiration (eTo) – Monitor water loss and improve efficiency.
  • Growing Degree Days (GDD) – Track crop development stages.
  • Custom weather alerts – Receive notifications for wind, rain, frost, and temperature shifts.

Jane’s Weather Meets FrostBoss

Jane’s Weather now integrates FrostBoss telemetry into our hyper-local AI Forecast Platform, unlocking new capabilities for FrostBoss customers.

Key Benefits for FrostBoss Customers

  1. Proactive Frost Event Forecasting: Confidently anticipate frost events and prepare in advance.
  1. Hyper-Local Weather Insights: Whether it’s frost risk, spray conditions or wind forecasts, FrostBoss users now benefit from tailored weather forecast data for their specific fan block microclimates resulting in a hyper local forecast that is more accurate, more often.
  1. Expanded Functionality: FrostBoss users can leverage additional Jane’s Weather tools, including;
  • Spray condition forecasting for drift prevention and efficacy.
  • eTo forecasting for efficient irrigation planning.
  • GDD tracking to monitor crop development stages.
  • Custom notifications for critical weather events like high winds, rain, frost, temperature shifts and more. 
  1. Seamless Integration: FrostBoss telemetry now works directly within Jane’s Weather, allowing users to see real-time observations alongside predictive models.

“Jane’s Weather is excited to bring hyper-local forecasting to an even broader range of customers. FrostBoss telemetry integration showcases how innovative partnerships can transform farming operations.” — Jane Bunn, CEO, Jane’s Weather

Weather Sensors Beyond Stations

This partnership highlights the exciting potential of weather sensors beyond traditional weather stations. From irrigation systems to smart greenhouses and frost fans, agricultural weather forecasting companies are now unlocking new ways to deliver precision forecasts to growers.

With Jane’s Weather AI Forecast, these data sources provide actionable insights, helping farmers stay ahead of weather challenges while optimising their resources.

The Role of Weather Apps in Agriculture

Farmers across Australia are increasingly turning to app weather Australia solutions like Jane’s Weather PRO to access accurate and hyper-local weather forecasts. Whether they rely on their own weather stations or integrate third-party sensors, AI-powered weather tools ensure they receive a reliable farmers weekly weather forecast for better planning.

About FrostBoss

FrostBoss®, part of the FrostSmart™ brand, is a global leader in frost protection, offering high-performance frost fans designed to protect crops from frost damage. FrostBoss fans are trusted by farmers worldwide to safeguard their yields.

A Partnership for Innovation

Together with FrostBoss, Jane’s Weather is committed to driving innovation in agriculture. By integrating data from non-traditional weather telemetry sources, we’re not only transforming frost management but also enhancing weather forecast in agriculture for farmers everywhere.

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