EMM Software gives farmers and agronomists real-time visibility into soil moisture, from sensor probes or readings taken by hand, so every irrigation decision is backed by data, not guesswork.
No sensors? Start with 2 free manual probes →
We are a South African agri-tech company with a simple belief: every farmer deserves the same quality of information that used to be reserved for large commercial operations. Our platform brings together existing soil sensor data, satellite and local station weather, and satellite imagery into one platform that is straightforward enough to use in the field and powerful enough to satisfy a water auditor.
From a single smallholding to a multi-farm enterprise, our system adapts to how you work giving you the right information, at the right time, to make the right decision.
A future where every farmer regardless of size or technical background has access to the data they need to grow more with less. A future where precision irrigation is the norm, and where South Africa's water resources are managed with the care and accountability it deserves.
To build decision support tools that translate irrigation, complex soil science and weather data into clear, actionable guidance so farmers can irrigate smarter, reduce inputs, and improve crop quality season after season. We partner with farmers, agronomists, and irrigation consultants to make this a practical reality in the field, not just on a screen.
We know farming is hard. The weather doesn't cooperate, input costs keep rising, and there are never enough hours in the day. Our commitment is simple: The system will give you clear, honest information without the jargon, without the complexity, so you can make better decisions and get back to doing what you do best.
Every screen is designed around one question: what does the farmer need to know right now? We show you what matters, when it matters, in language that makes sense in the field.
Water is one of your most valuable resources. The platform tracks irrigation events so you can account for every millimetre for your own peace of mind, and for water audits.
We are not just a software company we work alongside farmers, agronomist and irrigation consultant to make sure the system reflects how the farm actually works.
EMM Software connects your soil probes, weather data, and irrigation schedule into one seamless flow so nothing falls through the cracks.
Soil moisture sensors from existing suppliers send hourly readings to our platform. No sensors? Score moisture by hand in the app.
ET₀, rainfall, temperature, and wind data from your weather station or satellite including a 7 to 14 day forecast.
The system combines soil data, crop coefficients, and weather to calculate exactly how much each block needs per day.
Farmers or consultants input planned irrigation hours. The system converts mm to hours automatically based on your setup.
Every irrigation event is logged and compared to demand, ready for weekly reviews and irrigation reports.
Not every block has a soil probe. Score soil moisture by hand in the app and get the same zone status, charts and irrigation planning as a sensor, with no hardware, batteries or installation.
Place it on the map in the app, where you would put a sensor.
Auger or spade down, feel the soil, and score the active, root and buffer zones from 0 to 5.
Zone status, colours, charts and the irrigation schedule work exactly as they do for a sensor probe.
Take a handful of soil from each zone and squeeze it. Use the same guide every time so scores stay comparable between people and seasons.
| Score | How the soil feels | Means |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Dry and powdery. Loose, no moisture felt. | Irrigate |
| 1 | Crumbles when squeezed; won’t hold its shape. | Irrigate |
| 2 | Barely holds together, breaks apart easily. | Refill point |
| 3 | Forms a ball; leaves a damp mark on your hand. | Good |
| 4 | Firm, sticky ball; leaves a wet shine on your hand. | Wet |
| 5 | Free water. Water seeps out when you squeeze. | Saturated |
A complete decision support tool from sensors (or a spade) in the ground to the report on your desk.
See every block on your farm at a glance with colour-coded soil moisture status and Sentinel-2 satellite imagery showing crop water stress across each block. Know which blocks need attention before you even leave the office. All satellite imagery (NDMI, NDVI, NDRE, EVI and more) is included with every paid probe.
Google Maps Live status Satellite imagery included with every paid probeActive, Root, and Buffer zone charts with your Field Capacity and Refill point thresholds clearly marked. Making configuration quick and easy and no spreadsheets required.
FC & RF setup3 zonesET₀, precipitation, temperature, humidity, and wind speed, historical and 7 to 14 day forecast, from satellite or your own weather station. Override any value when conditions differ to adjust according to your unique situation.
SatelliteOwn stationPlan irrigation hours per block daily. The system calculates mm automatically from your irrigation setup. The Overview gives you a clean 7 to 14 day forward calendar of your daily irrigation plan at a glance.
Auto mm calc14-day viewWeekly and monthly irrigation reports comparing executed irrigation to calculated demand, per farm and block. Green means on target. Red means review needed. Ready for water audits.
WeeklyMonthlyAudit-readyCapture laboratory soil test results per block and track changes over seasons. Compare your analyses easily side by side to see whether your soil health is improving season on season.
Lab resultsTrend trackingWhether you are a farmer wanting to understand your irrigation better, a consultant looking to support your clients, or an agronomist ready to add a powerful data layer to your practice, we would like to work with you.