According to the latest market research study released by Technavio, the global soil moisture sensors market is expected to grow at a CAGR of close to 15% during the forecast period 2016-2020.
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Technavio research analysts categorize the global soil moisture sensors market based on product type:
Global soil moisture sensors market share by product type 2015
|
Gypsum Block |
27.12% |
|
GMS |
22.54% |
|
Tensiometer |
19.92% |
|
Probes |
11.10% |
|
Capacitance Sensor |
10.20% |
|
TDT |
9.12% |
Source: Technavio
The top three revenue contributing product segments are discussed below:
Global soil moisture sensor market for gypsum block
The global soil moisture sensor market for gypsum block contributed a total revenue of over $27 million in 2015 and will grow at a CAGR of around 10% by 2020. Gypsum blocks are porous blocks, which are buried in the soil at root depth and water travels in or out until equilibrium is reached with water in the soil. The sensors have electrodes which record the electrical conductivity of the block, and it is perceived to be equal to the soil. This sensor is a more cost effective option than other soil moisture sensors, and a cost of one ranges between $5 and $15.
“These sensors help to capture more accurate readings as these blocks impart a buffer against soil salinity changes. The average lifespan of these blocks is in between 3-5 years as they dissolve into the soil over time. The affordable costs and easy maintenance of these sensors make them a popular choice for soil sensors. It helps improve farm productivity and reduce water consumption, and these sensors are sensitive to salinity, temperature, and high levels of nitrogen fertilizer,” says Asif G, a lead analyst at Technavio for research on sensors.
Global soil moisture sensor market for GMS
The global soil moisture sensor market for GMS contributed a total revenue of almost $23 million in 2015 and will grow at a CAGR of around 13% by 2020. GMSs function based on electrical resistance principle that consists of a wafer of gypsum embedded in the granular matrix. The GMSs have electrodes inside them, which are enclosed in the granular fill material above the gypsum wafer. The electrical resistance between the electrodes gradually dissolves the wafer that buffers the effect of salinity of the soil solution, and it measures soil water to schedule irrigation. GMS sensors are used for crops like potatoes, onions, and many other horticultural crops that are highly sensitive to water stress and require accurate irrigation scheduling. These sensors do not require constant maintenance and are ideal for sensing soil water potential to start an irrigation system automatically. GMS sensors are low-cost units, have easy installation procedures and data can be acquired using electrical wires or radio.
Global soil moisture sensor market for Tensiometer
The global soil moisture sensor market for Tensiometer contributed a total revenue of around $20 million in 2015 and will grow at a CAGR of almost 16% by 2020. A tensiometer is designed to measure the tension or suction that roots of the plants exert to extract water from the soil. These are suited for irrigation of horticultural crops that have high water requirements and stress due to water shortage can damage these crops. These sensors are half buried in the soil and maintain water levels in the soil for optimum crop growth and to avoid over-irrigating. These are best suited for fine-textured soils than in coarse sands, where good contact may not be possible between the porous cup and the soil.
The top leading vendors operating in the global soil moisture sensors market are:
- Acclima
- AquaCheck
- Decagon Devices
- Delta-T Devices
- IRROMETER
- Sentek
- Stevens Water Monitoring Systems
- The Toro
A more detailed analysis is available in the Technavio report titled, ‘Global Soil Moisture Sensors Market 2016-2020’. Technavio also customizes reports by other regions and specific segments upon request.
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