SPIIO Soil Sensor | Syngenta Turf & Landscape

Q: What is the collaboration between Syngenta and SPIIO™?

It is a global agreement to further develop environmental sensor technology for use by golf, turf, and landscape managers.

Q: How can SPIIO™ enhance my Syngenta products?

Hyperlocal, hourly environmental data can help inform your agronomic decisions, including cultivation, irrigation, drainage, and pest management planning, with targeted information and insights that are unique to your property and in more detail than regional, daily estimates.

Q: How many sensors do I need?

The number of sensors is based on how many specific areas you want to monitor. The base package includes five (5) sensors and more can be added to meet your needs.

Q: What type of technology infrastructure is needed to use the SPIIO™ system?

No infrastructure is needed to use the SPIIO™ system other than a mobile phone and a computer with internet access. Its wireless sensors and cloud-based dashboard means you do not need a special base station, repeaters or wires to be installed. SPIIO™ sensors are activated in minutes with a mobile phone.

Q: What if one of my sensors gets broken or the battery dies?

SPIIO™ sensors are warrantied for the life of your subscription. If you have an issue with one of your sensors, please contact greencast.au@syngenta.com for support.

Q: How do I receive software updates?

We are making continual upgrades to the software and firmware to improve things like sensor life, data quality and user experience. We will notify you of automatic uploads and the changes you should expect.

Q: What if mobile reception is poor in my area?

In general, adequate coverage can be found in most areas. But some users can experience less-than-adequate service. Please contact one our sales representatives to investigate coverage in your area if you are concerned.

Q: What happens to my data if I discontinue use of my subscription?

Collected data belongs to the facility paying for the subscription. In the event of subscription interruption, all collected data remains with the paying facility.

Q: How difficult is it to install and operate SPIIO™ ?

Sensor installation and application set up takes only minutes with a set of common tools and instructions found in the Greencast Connect app.

Know More. Know Sooner. Know SPIIO™.

SPIIO™ is a subscription-based, precision agronomy system that automatically provides hyperlocal soil data to turf and landscape managers without manual collection or uploading.

SPIIO™ reports hourly data from cellular wireless, in-ground soil sensors and immediate insights on soil temperatures, moisture, salinity and even light.

You can view your soil data anywhere, anytime via mobile or desktop devices, and with unlimited logins, you can provide access to your team members and set key environmental thresholds.

Sensors can be installed quickly and are easy to relocate for aerification or to create seasonal comparison studies for drainage or shade projects.

What SPIIO™ Can Do

Multiple Sensors, One Wireless Device

Powered by wireless soil sensors, the SPIIO™ system automatically feeds hyperlocal soil information to a cloud-based dashboard, providing timely insights and trends without the need for physical data collection. Information is generated hourly and can be used to monitor conditions such as root zone moisture, salt accumulation, light quality over time and temperature variations across your property.

Dashboard Experience

See soil conditions at a glance

See custom thresholds

View daily, weekly or monthly trends

Build and export custom reports

Subscribing to SPIIO™

The SPIIO™ system is sold as a subscription and priced based on the number of activated sensors on your account. The annual subscription includes the soil sensors and access to the reporting dashboard via mobile and desktop apps for an unlimited number of users per subscription.

To discuss subscribing to SPIIO™ Soil Sensors, please email greencast.au@syngenta.com or speak with your local Syngenta representative.

Install in Minutes

With no wires or base stations required, cellular Spiio sensors are quick to install and easy to connect using your mobile phone. Our support team is ready to help with installation instructions, videos, and live support.

How to Install Spiio Soil Sensors | GreenCast Connect PRO Setup Guide

Installation Troubleshooting

Getting your SPIIO™ Soil Sensor up and running is key to making sure it can transmit data effectively. Here's a straightforward guide to help you activate it without breaking a sweat: Download the SPIIO Soil Sensor Installation below.

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SPIIO™ Successes

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Without an assistant superintendent, I rely on SPIIO^™ soil sensors to remotely monitor the greens' moisture levels and determine if I need to send a team member to check them manually. This has saved valuable time and resources, allowing team members to focus on other priorities. Additionally, the sensor data helps me optimize irrigation cycles and structure my day and my team's morning activities more efficiently.

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Cody Hutcherson

Director of Golf Course & Athletic Turf, Weibring Golf Club at Illinois State University

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I was drawn to SPIIO^™ sensors early on because of the numerous application options they can be used for around the golf courses and clubhouse grounds. We now have 20 sensors that we primarily use to track soil temperatures and soil moisture. We have also found them very useful logging light data in sunny and shaded areas to help us illustrate variables in turf quality . They are reliable, accurate and require minimal time to install or move.

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Tim Huber, CGCS

Director of Agronomy, The Club at Carlton Woods

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SPIIO^™ has turned out to be a game-changer on the course. With multiple microclimates throughout our property it has given us the ability to track soil temperatures for specific application timing such as seed-head suppression . The ability to see significant data such as temperature, moisture and salinity gives us immediate insight on what is happening below the surface. The light sensor has also given us the data needed to remove problem shade areas around our putting surfaces .

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Tim Zevotek

Director of Agronomy, Roaring Fork Club

SPIIO™ Soil Sensors - Illuminating the world below through actionable, site-specific data

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the collaboration between Syngenta and SPIIO™?

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What does SPIIO™ do?

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SPIIO™ offers cellular, wireless, in-ground soil sensors that collect regular measurements of temperature, moisture, salinity, and light and transmits them to the cloud for display and analysis on mobile and desktop applications. Sold as a subscription service, SPIIO® organizes and displays data specific to sensor locations with additional features such as custom alerts, report creation, and trend analysis.

How can SPIIO™ enhance my Syngenta products?

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How many sensors do I need?

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What type of technology infrastructure is needed to use the SPIIO™ system?

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What if one of my sensors gets broken or the battery dies?

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How do I receive software updates?

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What if mobile reception is poor in my area?

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What happens to my data if I discontinue use of my subscription?

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How difficult is it to install and operate SPIIO™ ?

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What is the proper way to dispose of used or damaged SPIIO™ sensors?

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SPIIO™ sensors are powered by lithium batteries. Once useful battery life has been exhausted, users should dispose of sensors according to EPA-recommended practices by taking them to certified recycling centers. A locator for recycling sites near you is included at this website. Lithium batteries of any kind should never be thrown in the trash or into landfills. Please dispose of all lithium battery-powered devices properly.