Smart Plant Monitoring: An Integrated IoT System for Sustainable Precision Agriculture

This paper introduces a system for monitoring plants using IoT technology. It combines traditional farming practices with modern sensors like those for soil moisture, temperature, and motion detection. The system, called Smart Plant Monitoring System, runs on NodeMCU ESP8266 and allows real-time data collection, remote monitoring, and automated irrigation. The Smart Plant Monitoring System enhances sustainability in precision agriculture by efficient use of resources such as water, fertilizers, and energy in agricultural practices, and minimizing wastage through real-time monitoring and automated irrigation. The results show significant enhancements in data collection, processing, and decision-making. The system facilitates real-time monitoring of plant health, enhances irrigation efficiency, and offers user-friendly interfaces for farmers. Key inferences include the ability to optimize irrigation, minimize resource wastage, and enable timely interventions for satisfactory plant care. Although occasional sensor inconsistencies occur, the system demonstrates overall satisfactory performance. However, refinement is needed to address sensor delays and sensitivity settings.