Agriculture Monitoring
The measurement and monitoring of the relative humidity in the field of agriculture make it possible to control the humidity and misting systems. The systems go into operation when the humidity is too low. If the humidity is too high, ventilation or heating systems can help. In all cases, the use of these systems should be optimally controlled in order to lower energy costs.
When storing fruits and vegetables, it is essential to maintain optimal storage conditions to protect against moisture loss, prevent rot and extend the life of the produce. To control the atmosphere in fruit and vegetable warehouses, relative humidity, temperature and CO2 values are monitored. At a relative humidity of over 90%, weight loss through drying is maintained within tight limits.
The humidity values in greenhouses are important indicators of good plant growth. Or avoid parasites. High air humidity can stimulate the growth of harmful fungi, promote other diseases or impair the absorption of plant nutrients. The relative humidity should ideally be in the range of 50 - 85% RH.
The measurement and monitoring of relative humidity is just as important in food drying and storage as in Big-Bale technology and seed storage.