Research on Remote Monitoring in Irrigation Technology
At FarmHQ, we’ve long shared the belief that smarter irrigation – driven by remote monitoring and control – is key to solving some of modern agriculture’s biggest challenges: water scarcity, labor shortages, and regulatory demands. Now, new academic research is backing this up.
A recent comprehensive review led by Dr. R. Troy Peters of Washington State University shows that these technologies aren’t just marketing hype; they are real, researched, and measurable tools for improving farm efficiency and sustainability.
Academic Studies Confirm Water & Labor Savings
According to the review, remote irrigation monitoring and valve control systems can save growers up to 10% in water use, simply by allowing more timely and precise irrigation decisions. These systems help ensure that water is applied exactly when and where crops need it, avoiding costly over- or under-watering mistakes. The academic consensus is clear: better data and control lead to better water management.
What does this mean for farmers using FarmHQ? It means that the core benefits we promise, (real-time system insight, remote valve and pump control, and automated alerts, etc) are not just nice features. They are proven methods for improving water efficiency and system performance.
Dr. Peters’ study also shows that growers using remote control technology see meaningful reductions in labor. By automating system checks and adjustments, these systems reduce time spent in the field—a finding that mirrors the experience of FarmHQ users who report less time driving, checking pumps, or troubleshooting system performance.
FarmHQ: Bringing Proven Research to the Field
This growing body of research proves what FarmHQ has been telling growers for years: remote irrigation monitoring and control isn’t the future – it’s the proven, science-backed present.
While some growers worry about the complexity or reliability of automation, this technology strikes the perfect balance: simple to adopt, affordable to scale, and backed by university-level research. It’s a low-risk, high-impact solution that’s already changing farm operations across the country.
Learn how FarmHQ can help you put this research into action. Contact us today for a demo or consultation.
