CODA Farm Technologies offers FarmHQ, a smart irrigation control system that connects and monitors various irrigation equipment in real-time without the need for wires or local networks. This technology helps farmers prevent crop damage and reduce water and energy waste by automating pump operations and providing remote control capabilities.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Farmers using traveling sprinklers often experience crop damage, water waste, and increased labor costs due to malfunctions that cause overwatering or require manual pump shutoff. Existing irrigation systems lack real-time monitoring and automated controls, making it difficult to respond quickly to equipment failures and changing field conditions.
Solution
FarmHQ is a smart irrigation control system that enables farmers to remotely monitor and control their existing irrigation equipment, preventing crop damage and optimizing water usage. The system uses cellular-connected devices installed on pumps and sprinkler reels to provide real-time data and control capabilities via a user-friendly mobile app. FarmHQ allows for automated pump shutoff in case of reel malfunction, remote start/stop functionality, and scheduled irrigation, reducing the need for manual checks and minimizing wasted resources. By connecting various pieces of irrigation equipment, FarmHQ facilitates coordinated operation and fault detection, ensuring efficient and reliable irrigation across the entire farm.
Target Audience
FarmHQ targets farmers who use traveling sprinklers, linear movers, and center pivots, particularly those growing potatoes, vegetables, and other crops requiring precise irrigation management.
Features
- Real-time monitoring of GPS location, sprinkler motion, speed, pressure, flow rate, application rate, run progress, and completion time
- Remote start/stop control for engine-driven and electric irrigation pumps
- Automated pump start/stop based on signals from hose reels, pivots, or linears
- Booster pump control based on pressure detection
- Valve block sequencing for controlled irrigation across multiple blocks
- Digital timers and time-based irrigation scheduling
- Mobile app for iOS and Android, providing a single view of all connected equipment
- Integration with existing irrigation equipment of any age, make, or model
- Customizable alerts and notifications for equipment malfunctions or abnormal conditions