Advancing Sustainable Agriculture in Palm Oil Production: The Role of IoT-Based ‎Soil Monitoring

  • Authors

    • Ts. Suria Prakash Vijaya Suria Mahsa University
    • Ts. Dr. Thamilvaani Arvaree University of Nottingham Malaysia
    • Dr. Deshinta Arrova Dewi INTI International University Malaysia and Shinawatra University, Thailand
    • Krishna Rao Mahsa University
    • Ruhaya Ab Aziz Universiti Tun Hussein Onn, Malaysia
    • Lee Pak Ting Harvey INTI International University Malaysia
    • Tri ‎Basuki Kurniawan Universitas Bina Darma, Palembang Indonesia
    https://doi.org/10.14419/8q6dkz10

    Received date: July 1, 2025

    Accepted date: August 25, 2025

    Published date: September 16, 2025

  • Internet of Things (IoT); Responsible Consumption; Palm Oil Plantations; Process Innovation; Soil Moisture Sensors; ‎Sustainable Agriculture.

  • Abstract

    Palm oil plantations are a critical component of Malaysia's economy, being the second-largest global producer and a major ‎exporter. The increasing demand for palm oil necessitates sustainable practices to ensure both quality and environmental ‎stewardship. Soil quality is a pivotal factor in producing high-quality palm oil. This paper presents the development of an ‎advanced Internet of Things (IoT)-based soil monitoring system tailored for palm oil plantations. The system leverages IoT ‎technology to monitor and collect soil moisture data remotely, utilizing moisture sensors, LoRa transmitters, and the ESP32 ‎microcontroller to execute commands and decisions. This innovative approach not only enhances production efficiency but also ‎significantly reduces plantation management costs. By providing real-time soil data, this system empowers farmers to make ‎informed decisions, thereby promoting sustainable agricultural practices and optimizing resource use‎.

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    Suria , T. S. P. V. ., Arvaree , T. D. T. ., Dewi , D. D. A. ., Rao , K. ., Ab Aziz , R. ., Harvey , L. P. T. ., & Kurniawan , T. ‎Basuki . (2025). Advancing Sustainable Agriculture in Palm Oil Production: The Role of IoT-Based ‎Soil Monitoring. International Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 14(5), 549-557. https://doi.org/10.14419/8q6dkz10