Authors : Priyam Chitransh, Md Sabir Alam, Rahul Kumar, Prajwal Satpute, Daksh Bhaisahre, Prof. Rajkumar Wadhabude,Prof. Rakesh Ahirkar
DOI : 10.46335/IJIES.2025.10.3.5
Abstract— Water scarcity and inefficient irrigation practices necessitate smart agricultural solutions. This project proposes an automated soil moisture-based pumping system that optimizes water usage by activating irrigation only when needed. The system employs soil moisture sensors to measure real-time soil water content, relaying data to a microcontroller (e.g., Arduino or ESP8266). When moisture levels drop below a predefined threshold, the microcontroller triggers a water pump via a relay module, ensuring precise irrigation. Additional features may include IoT integration (e.g., Blynk/Thing Speak) for remote monitoring, a rain sensor to prevent overwatering, and solar power support for off-grid operation. By eliminating manual intervention and reducing water wastage, this system enhances crop yield while conserving resources. Potential applications span farms, greenhouses, and home gardens.
