PlantSensors has already sold over ten thousand units across 27 countries – and six continents.
A Top End business, which monitors the health and water use of trees and plants, is in the running for a top accolade after being named a finalist in the 60th Australian Export Awards.
PlantSensors specialises in Granier sap flow systems which monitor the dynamics of water flow in trees and woody stemmed plants, from the rainforests of the Amazon, to vineyards, orchards and trees in the Aussie bush.
“Our system is so vital because it helps researchers find solutions to global challenges around water, such as global warming and freshwater shortages,” PlantSensors Principal Technical Advisor Dr Ping Lu explained.
“Even though we’re still a small business, we have a huge impact and work with a large number of prestigious agencies around the world, including top US and European universities and laboratories – not to mention our own CSIRO and incredible local Aussie universities,” Dr Lu added.
PlantSensors is a world leading expert in sap flow systems and says their system can be used to improve farming, irrigation and also understand global warming.
“The insight our system gives into the water use of the tree, indicates the general health of the tree, which in turn also gives an indication of productivity.
“If a tree is using water well, it’s going to be in good health. If it’s not, we can then look into the reasons why and find a solution,” Dr Lu said.
PlantSensors has already sold over ten thousand units across 27 countries – and six continents.
“The benefits of knowing how plants are using water are not only huge in a water conscious country like Australia, but right around the world,” Dr Lu added.
“We’re honoured to be named a finalist in the Australian Export Awards, and we have a lot of exciting things in the pipeline, including a new line of products to benefit environmental and agricultural research – so watch this space!”
The Australian Export Awards is one of the longest running business awards programs in Australia and the 60th ceremony will be held on 24 November. The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) and the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry partner to present this national program
More information on the Awards and the Finalists can be found at: www.exportawards.gov.au