Sense
Field sensors continuously read soil moisture conditions.
20%
Water savings
40%
Less labor
30%
Yield increase
50%
Less fertilizer
About the project
Technology that responds to the field.
The Automated Furrow Irrigation System (AFIS) integrates sensors and controllers to automatically manage irrigation. Real-time soil monitoring helps ensure water is delivered to crops in the right quantity and at the right time.
When soil moisture falls below the configured Management Allowable Deficit (MAD), AFIS starts irrigation. It stops when the desired moisture level is reached. Field data is uploaded to the cloud, where operators can monitor conditions, view valve activity, and manually override valves when necessary.
Nutrio Biofertilizer complements the system with carefully isolated and tested endophytic bacteria capable of fixing nitrogen, supporting sugarcane growth and improving yield with less dependence on inorganic fertilizer.
How it works
From soil conditions to precise action.
A simple connected cycle keeps irrigation responsive, measurable, and easy to control.
Evaluate
Readings are checked against the configured MAD threshold.
Irrigate
Valves activate only when the field needs additional water.
Monitor
Cloud data gives operators a clear view and manual control.
Why it matters
Two solutions, one healthier field.
System benefits
AFIS
- ✓Reduces water usage and energy consumption by 20%.
- ✓Cuts labor requirements by 40%.
- ✓Decreases inorganic fertilizer use by 50%.
- ✓Boosts crop yield by 30% compared with conventional methods.
Crop support
Nutrio Biofertilizer
- ✓Improves sugarcane growth and yield by 10% to 30%.
- ✓Has a shelf life of 6 to 8 months and requires 20 packets (2 kg) per hectare.
- ✓Can reduce nitrogen fertilizer costs by up to 50%.
- ✓Promotes greener plants and is safe for people and the environment.
Contact details
Let's grow smarter.
Reach the project team for additional information about AFIS and Nutrio Biofertilizer.
marvin_cinense@clsu.edu.ph
+63 917 136 7400
Central Luzon State University, Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija