AquaSpy, TEAL Tackle Crop Monitoring with Advanced IoT Connectivity
July 18, 2024 Internet of Things (IoT) networking company TEAL has partnered with AquaSpy to provide the soil moisture monitoring tech firm with advanced connectivity solutions through its universal global profile and eSIM technology.
“The primary reason for our success with TEAL is the excellent carrier coverage,” AquaSpy CTO Peter Ellegaard says. “Operating in rural America and internationally, we need access to the carrier with the best signal strength at any location. TEAL’s eSIM cards always find the best carrier, ensuring our devices work seamlessly.”
Before partnering with TEAL, AquaSpy faced significant challenges in offering a fully wireless, seamless solution for soil moisture monitoring. Traditional systems relied heavily on solar power, cables, and towers, which were prone to damage by critters or farm equipment. This often led to potential data loss and increased maintenance costs. Additionally, AquaSpy required a connectivity solution that could provide consistent carrier coverage, particularly in rural and remote areas where signal strength can be variable. Managing multiple SIMs and carrier contracts also posed a logistical challenge, especially as AquaSpy expanded its operations globally.
“We have better global reach since TEAL has an excellent global profile across thousands of carriers around the world. Our clients no longer need to figure out the best carrier coverage in their area. TEAL’s solution just works,” Ellegaard says.
By leveraging TEAL’s advanced eSIM technology, AquaSpy has significantly enhanced its product offering, streamlined global operations, and improved the reliability and efficiency of its soil moisture monitoring systems.
Kathleen Glass, AquaSpy’s Vice President of Marketing, emphasized the importance of global connectivity: “We work with international food and beverage brands and large ag retailers focused on helping their growers conserve water while ensuring consistent yield and crop quality. TEAL’s wireless technology supports partners and growers as far away as Chile, Nigeria, and Egypt with ease.”
With TEAL, AquaSpy can offer a state-of-the-art, fully wireless solution that meets the needs of modern, regenerative agriculture worldwide.
“Merging our eSIM technology with AquaSpy’s cutting-edge soil moisture sensors empowers farmers with critical data and tools to refine their irrigation techniques. This collaboration is set to drive sustainability and boost productivity in farming operations globally,” TEAL CEO Robby Hamblet says.
This partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to driving technological advancements in agriculture, ensuring that farmers around the world have the tools they need to thrive in an increasingly complex and competitive market.