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Agriskoops - 6 July 2026

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On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the chief executive officer of Mottech Water Management, Launce May. He explains how the company’s remote monitoring systems help farmers reduce water and energy consumption while improving the efficiency of their irrigation operations. May also shares practical examples of how remote monitoring delivers a return on investment and explains how the technology has been adapted to overcome local challenges such as power outages and limited connectivity.
6 Jul 2AM English South Africa Daily News · Nature

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