Why Water Pump Management Matters

Water pumps are essential for every farm’s irrigation and water supply, but managing them manually can lead to costly problems. Common challenges include:

• Wasted water – leaks, overflows, or inefficient pumping
• High energy bills – pumps running longer than necessary
• Equipment wear and tear – shortening pump lifespan
• Unexpected downtime – affecting crop irrigation or livestock needs

 

With EnviroNode Pump 24, It allows you to:

• Control pumps remotely – manage operations anytime, anywhere from one dashboard

• Automate water flow – pumps start or stop automatically based on water levels

• Get real-time alerts – SMS notifications keep you informed instantly

• Integrate soil and valve control – fully automated irrigation tailored to your farm’s needs

 

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Use Case: Macademia Farm

A mid-sized macadamia farm in Queensland was facing challenges with inefficient irrigation and manual pump operation. By installing EnviroNode Pump 24 along with our water level sensors, they were able to:

• Control pumps remotely – manage pumps anytime, anywhere from the EnviroNode web dashboard.

• Automate water flow – pumps start or stop automatically when water reaches preset levels.

• Receive instant alerts – SMS notifications keep the farm manager informed of water levels and pump activity in real time.

Additionally, the farm integrated soil moisture monitoring and valve control systems, creating a fully automated irrigation setup. They can now schedule irrigation based on water levels or timing preferences, and the system automatically irrigates crops, all from a single, easy to use dashboard.

EnviroNode Pump 24 is fully customisable to suit your farm’s unique needs, combining water level monitoring, pump control, soil moisture sensors, and valve automation to provide a complete farm automation solution.

Are You Aware of Your Water Levels Across the Farm?

Managing water efficiently on a farm requires knowing exactly what’s happening in tanks, faurrow areas, and channels. Recently, we’ve helped several farmers improve water management using EnviroNode water-level monitoring solutions.

Here’s a quick overview of what’s available:

• Water Tank – Submersible Water Level Beacon

  Installed directly inside water tanks, this sensor uses hydrostatic pressure measurement to provide accurate, real-time water level data. It helps farmers:

  • • Prevent overflows
    • Track water usage
    • Plan refills efficiently
    • Eliminate manual checks inside the tank for improved safety

  When integrated with automation, the system can also trigger valve control based on preset water level thresholds.

  

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• Furrow – Water Advancement Sensor

  If you’re unsure whether your furrow field is actually wet during irrigation, this sensor is for you. It detects the presence and movement of water across the field, helping you:

  • • Confirm irrigation reaches the target area
    • Schedule irrigation more precisely
    • Reduce water waste

  

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• Ditch – Ultrasonic Water Level Monitoring Beacon

  Ideal for monitoring ditches, drains, and open water channels without repeated site visits. The sensor uses ultrasonic technology to measure water levels accurately by sending sound waves to the water surface. Benefits include:

  • • Eliminate manual inspections
    • Enable remote monitoring
    • Detect overflows or unexpected water loss early
    • No more late-night patrols

  

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Our solutions can be customised to fit your needs, and our experienced team will support you every step of the way. From tailoring the solution to your specific challenges, to installation, and ongoing aftercare. We also provide a 5-year warranty (with some exceptions).

If you have any issues on your farm or questions about our products, feel free to reach out. We are happy to help make your farm safer, more productive, and easier to manage with our technology.

How Sub-surface Monitoring Improved Irrigation Decisions on a Farm

Recently, we were contacted by a farmer who was concerned that their crops were showing signs of water stress, even though irrigation was running regularly.From the surface, the soil appeared dry, so irrigation frequency had already been increased. However, it was unclear whether the water was reaching the active root zone or simply wetting the top layer

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To investigate, we installed an EnviroNode Sub-surface Moisture Beacon, which reports soil moisture and temperature at every 100 cm depth through the soil profile. Our probes are available in lengths ranging from 40 cm up to 160 cm, allowing users to monitor the full root zone.

 

 

 

 

After installation, the data quickly showed how water was actually moving through the soil. The grower could clearly see when moisture was staying in the upper layers, when it was reaching the root zone, and when it was moving too deep below the roots.

 

With this information, irrigation run times were adjusted rather than increasing frequency. This helped:

• Reduce unnecessary watering

• Improve water delivery to the root zone

• Avoid deep drainage losses

• Better manage irrigation during hot periods using soil temperature data

Having continuous moisture and temperature data at multiple depths made irrigation decisions more confident and easier to justify.
With real-time visibility into soil conditions, growers can optimise water use, protect crops, and reduce unnecessary pumping.
View the Soil Moisture & Temperature Probe to see specifications, installation options, and real-world applications.