An (IoT) Low-Cost Monitoring System for Smart Farming

The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as one of the fastest-growing industries, and agriculture is one of the sectors that are benefiting from it. This study aims to explore the use of IoT in the agriculture sector to collect data instantaneously, such as soil moisture, temperature, etc. With IoT, farmers can remotely monitor environmental variables and take necessary actions, which will greatly increase production and, consequently, the farmer's revenue. The current prototype was created using ESP32 technology, which includes certain sensors and a Wifi module that facilitates instantaneous data collection online. The testing of this prototype produced extremely accurate data because any environmental changes are immediately identified and taken into account when making decisions while the data are remotely collected. The use of IoT in agriculture is crucial, given the world's growing population and the need for sustainable and efficient food production. The technology helps farmers in making data-driven decisions that improve the quality and quantity of their yields. IoT sensors can collect real-time data, which can be analyzed to provide insights into the farm's health and productivity. Farmers can use this information to optimize their resources and reduce wastage, leading to a more sustainable and cost-effective agricultural system.