Case Study: The KestrelMet 6000 for Farmers & Poultry Housing

July 26, 2022 Monica Devlin Comments

Whether you have a sprawling agricultural operation in the Midwest, acres of land in a coastal region, a small farm in the North East, or are homesteading by growing food and raising animals in your backyard, there's no doubt you care about the weather. Unfortunately, weather reports are often inaccurate because they rely on data from weather stations far from your property. While general forecasts for your region are undoubtedly helpful in preparing for incoming storms or extreme temperatures, it doesn't give you the more precise information you may need to make decisions for protecting your livestock and crops. While you certainly can't control Mother Nature, you can gain more control over its impact by monitoring the onsite weather conditions. When the weather around you influences your livelihood or passion, the Kestrelmet 6000 serves as a rugged, easy-to-operate weather monitoring solution for farmers.

Weather Monitoring for Chicken Coops & Livestock
Both hot and cold temperatures pose different risks for chickens. Too hot or too cold temperatures can cause a variety of health issues. Cold weather can the increase risk of infection, parasites, and disease along with affecting egg laying ability. Heat stress leads to reduced growth, fertility, and egg laying rates. According to Poultry World, the optimal range for healthy and comfortable birds has been shown to be 15-20˚C or 59-68˚F. Of course, spring and summer temperatures can soar much higher. With humidity levels playing a significant role in the effects of heat on animals, it can quickly become a dangerous situation. The KestrelMet 6000 can help monitor the weather conditions occuring at their housing facility so you can take protective measures when needed.
"I have it mounted on the top of one of my mobile chicken coops so I can have real time data exactly where the chickens are as they rotate around the ranch."
Caleb Barron, Fogline Farms
Santa Cruz, CA

Mobile Alerts & Online Portal for Remotely Viewing Weather Data

Once your weather station is set up, you can view the weather measurements immediately on the KestrelMet app or the online dashboard. With the ability to set up custom alerts, you will receive instant text notifications when unsafe or unfavorable weather conditions occur.

The KestrelMet 6000 professional-grade weather station can help farmers by:

Preparing for periods of excessive rain or drought
Tracking extreme temperature variations that may result in heat stress or cold stress
Alerting you to conditions that affect the comfort of livestock, including humidity and frost

Simple On-Farm Weather Monitoring Solutions

KestrelMet 6000 Measurements

Temperature
Relative Humidity
Wind Speed
Wind Direction
Dewpoint
Barometric Pressure
Rainfall

Add-On Sensors Available

While basic weather monitoring can help guide decision-making, farmers need more specific measurements for crop and irrigation management. That's why KestrelMet 6000 AG weather station users can take advantage of add-on sensors, including:
Leaf wetness - Ideal for vineyards and orchards, this can help farmers reduce the likelihood of costly fungus growth
Solar irradiance - Perfect for plant placement and crop strategy

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