Installing soil water content sensors—Best practices and tips

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Discover the various techniques for measuring soil water content and the challenges associated with each method. Whether you're a researcher, farmer, or just curious about soil science, this four part series will give you a solid foundation. Learn how to effectively install and maintain soil water content sensors for accurate and reliable measurements. Whether you're working in sandy, clay, or rocky soils, this video provides valuable insights to help you succeed.

Join Dr. Colin Campbell, Senior Research Scientist at METER Group, as he shares practical tips and best practices for installing soil water content sensors. In this third video, you'll learn about:
Sensor Types: Profile probes like the TEROS 54 and push-in sensors like the TEROS 12.
Installation Challenges: Dealing with rocky soils and ensuring sensors are in undisturbed soil.
Installation Tools: Using tools to install sensors at various depths, even in challenging soils.
Best Practices: Ensuring long-lasting installations, protecting cables, and choosing the right measurement intervals.
Field Considerations: Deciding on the number of sensors and understanding soil variability.

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