AI-powered weather forecasting set to help growers
27 June 2024
Want to unlock productivity and drive efficiency through precise and actionable data?
Growers are set to benefit from a groundbreaking $1.3 million initiative that delivers tailored weather forecasts directly to their fingertips, helping them improve the efficiency of their growing practices via real time weather information.
The customised weather forecasting tool is powered by Jane’s Weather – headed by Jane Bunn, 7 News meteorologist. Delivered through Hort Innovation, this initiative uses AI and machine learning combined with traditional forecasting techniques to enhance the precision, quality and usability of weather data.
How this can benefit nursery growers
- Access to accurate, site-specific weather information – Helps make timely decisions that positively impact crop yield and quality.
- Improved frost management – Through precise prediction, it can protect delicate nursery plants, reducing potential losses.
- ·Optimised irrigation scheduling – Accurate weather forecasts can improve water usage, enhancing plant health and growth.
- Timely pest control measures – Informed by reliable weather data can prevent infestations and maintain the quality of nursery plants.
With increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, accurate forecasts are vital. This initiative promises smarter, more efficient farming practices, marking a significant advancement in agricultural technology.
It seeks to achieve this by tailoring the project to individual growers by considering their unique terrain and operational requirements. By reducing forecasting errors, it promises more accurate predictions crucial for farming efficiency.
The project team will collaborate with growers to ensure practical solutions that meet real-world needs. This targeted approach guarantees the technology's usability and effectiveness in actual farming conditions.
- For: more information, visit the Hort Innovation website and search for ‘Jane’s weather’
- a free trial, visit janesweather.com