WEATHER

A good weather station makes a sound investment

IF THERE IS one constant in farming, it is the reliance on the weather. And while the weather cannot be controlled in broadacre farming, management decisions can be aided by accurately recording and managing weather-related data. Weather stations can provide precise and timely information such as wind speed and direction, humidity and temperature.

Mark Saunders
A good weather station makes a sound investment

A good quality weather station is also capable of generating weather derivatives such as Delta T information and harvest fire danger indexes, which play a vital role in keeping farming operations safe...

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