Moisture Mapping Soil and Plant Moisture Monitoring

Introduction

Moisture mapping is the process of measuring and mapping the spatial distribution of soil moisture content. It is a valuable tool for optimizing irrigation, understanding plant water status, and assessing drought risk.

How do you use a moisture reader for plants?

Soil moisture readers are commonly used to monitor soil moisture content for plant irrigation. To use a soil moisture reader:

• Insert the probe of the reader into the soil at the desired depth.
• Wait for the reading to stabilize.
• Remove the reader and interpret the reading based on the manufacturer’s instructions.

For plant moisture monitoring, leaf moisture meters can be used to assess plant water status. To use a leaf moisture meter:

• Place the sensor of the meter on the leaf surface.
• Hold the sensor in place for a few seconds.
• Remove the sensor and interpret the reading based on the manufacturer’s instructions.