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• Orbit: Field Scout for Farming
• SoilScanner: Digital Soil Analysis Device
• Filiz: Agricultural Sensor Station
• PestTrap: Digital Pest Tracking Station
• FMS: Farm Management System

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• Orbit: Field Scout for Farming

  • What is Orbit?

    Orbit is a satellite-backed mobile application providing daily satellite images and maps of fields. Users can monitor crop health and growth without field visits as well as improving the efficiency of field inspections.

  • How Does Orbit Benefit the Farmer?

    Users can monitor their crop's health and growth, detect low-performance zones for efficient field inspections, take remedial and/or protector precautions in these zones, and observe these activities' outcomes using Orbit's maps. Diseases, nutrition deficiencies, pests damages, irrigation channel congestions and more can be detected during the season. Thus, input costs can be reduced without the unnecessary field applications (spraying, irrigation, fertilization, etc.). Orbit is beneficial for taking more accurate decisions, and not missing even minor problems. When it is considered a problem in a region, it is recommended to make a field visit to the relevant region without losing time and taking precautions/actions by detecting the problem. Orbit provides 5-days weather forecasts, live rain and storm maps with alerts. Also, users can get agricultural and technical support from Doktar's Agricultural Engineers 7/24.

  • Who Can Use Orbit?

    Orbit can be used by farmers, agri-businesses, agri-food players (FMCG companies procuring crops for food processing), agri-input players (seed, crop protection, and fertilizer companies) and public institutions. Both individual farmers and corporate agri-teams can monitor fields day-by-day without field visits, detect problematic spots earlier without missing them, reduce ag inputs and costs, increase the efficiency of field inspections and field operations management via Orbit.

  • Does Orbit Require Payment?

    Yes, Orbit is a paid app with monthly and yearly subscriptions. Both subscriptions have various contents and prices. Users can subscribe to any subscription whenever they want.

  • How to Purchase?

    You can download Orbit: Field Scout for Farming mobile app from Play Store and App Store. Following the registration, you can select the proper subscription from the Purchasing page and start using it. In order to decide on a proper subscription, you can contact us from the Contact Us page, via the +90 850 433 6477 number, or with the email [email protected].

  • Which Plan Should You Prefer?

    Orbit includes 2 purchase plans independent from the period and area. In order to find the proper one, the need must be determined first. - Basic Plan provides Health Map, Moisture Map, Inspection Maps with medium resolution (10m) imagery. - Pro Plan includes all features and maps. It provides near daily high resolution (3m) imagery. It is recommended to use Pro Plan to avoid missing even minor problems. You can learn more about subscriptions from Plans&Pricing page in the main menu. Please contact us through the Contact Us on the main menu to ask your questions and find the proper subscription.

  • How to Get Satellite Images

    In order to access satellite images of a field, the user have to be subscribed, field location must be saved, and the field must be activated first. To access satellite images, follow the steps below: At first, the subscription should be done. Detailed information on how to buy a subscription can be found in "How to buy?". Then, fields should be added by precisely detecting the field's boundaries via the + button on the screen and filling in the necessary information to define the field locations in the application. There is no limit on the size and number of fields during registration. Finally, the field monitoring service should be started by activating the fields via the "Activate" button below the field names in the Field List.

  • What Should You Do If You Don't Receive Satellite Images?

    If satellite images and maps of a field are not available, it may be caused by one of the followings: The subscription may not have been purchased. Please check "How to buy?". The subscription may have been completed, but the field has not been activated. Please check "How to access satellite images?". The area quota of the subscription may have been insufficient. Subscriptions are area-based, and only the satellite images of the purchased area can be monitored in Orbit. The purchased area quota reduces by the field activation. If the area of ​​a field to be activated is greater than the remaining quota, it cannot be monitored. In order to avoid from area limitations, it is recommended to save all fields that will be monitored before purchasing a subscription. Thus, the application will suggest you the appropriate subscriptions during purchasing according to the total field area. If there is a different problem, please contact us via the "Contact Us" in the menu.

  • Is Orbit Suitable for Small-Scale Fields?

    Yes. It is recommended to use Pro Plan in order to get the highest benefit from the application. For detailed information about the advantages of Pro Plan, please visit the section "Which Plan Should You Prefer?".

  • Is It Possible to Access the Same Data for Several Users or Devices?

    All the information in the Orbit are private for the user. Your field team/agricultural engineers who want to use this information can access the data by logging in with your user information. When you log in from non-personal or public devices, you should log out after using. Otherwise, anyone who has access to the device can reach your information in the app. In this case, the user will be the only responsible.

  • What is Digital Guide?

    It is a guide that explains how to use the application. The app features and where to access them are available on Digital Guide's tour. Digital Guide appears only after registration and subscription in order to not bothering you. It is possible to access the Digital Guide from the menu at any time.

  • Which Technology Is Used in Orbit?

    Orbit uses Remote Sensing technology. Remote Sensing is collecting information about an object without being in contact. Images taken from satellites and photographs taken by manned or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs, Drones, etc.) are the most common remote sensing data samples.

  • How Does Remote Sensing Benefit Agriculture?

    Remote Sensing technology is commonly used in agriculture, especially in recent years. In this way, farmers, producers, and all agricultural production stakeholders can monitor their fields remotely and take early actions without field visits. This prevents losses caused by delayed actions. The integration of Remote Sensing into agriculture provides a chance for data accumulation. Thus, it is possible to collect a huge amount of data, process them with machines, and support informed decisions by converting the data into information. Informed decisions prevent crop and yield losses.

  • What are the Principles of Satellite Remote Sensing?

    Satellite images can be acquired in 2 ways: passive and active. Orbit provides images and maps of passive sensors. Passive sensors utilize sunlight. Sunlight carries several wavelengths that cannot be distinguished by humans. Remote sensing sensors, designed to acquire images from the earth, are able to distinguish some of these wavelengths. Various objects on earth, such as forests, buildings, water lands, plants, and even tomatoes, corn, cotton, and different agricultural products, reflect the sunlight. Following the acquisition, the reflected light is processed and converted into satellite images. Different objects can be distinguished from each other, even diseased and healthy plants, by processing these images. Although image processing is challenging, emerging technologies make it easier. Passive acquisition is affected by the atmosphere, especially from clouds and haze. Therefore, clouds may be seen in satellite images on cloudy days, and any information cannot be obtained from the surface. In summary, each object on the earth reflects its unique features; remote sensing technology detects and processes them to provide information.

• SoilScanner: Digital Soil Analysis Device

  • What Is the Benefit of SoilScanner?

    The Digital Soil Analysis Device provides an superior analysis compared to laboratory measurements since it eliminates the user errors. It decreases the analysis process from 15 days to 10 minutes with its fast analysis feature. Also, with its unlimited analysis opputunity, precision agriculture can be applied by analyzing the soil before each fertilization throughout the season. Thus, the input cost is reduced and high crop yield is obtained with the fertilization made according to the soil analysis results.

  • Which Parameters Does SoilScanner Measure?

    The Digital Soil Analysis Device instantly measures the soil properties, pH, organic matter, Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P₂O₅), Potassium (K₂O), clay, cation exchange capacity and temperature values ​​in the field. It gives specific fertilization program based on the crop and the soil analysis result. Soil analysis, analysis result and fertilization program takes approximately 10 minutes to extract.

  • What Is the Accuracy Rate of SoilScanner?

    The Digital Soil Analysis Device with 95% accuracy has an accreditation certificate issued by the Food And Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

  • Is There a Need for Soil Drying Before the Analysis with Digital Soil Analysis Device?

    Unlike the soil analysis performed in the laboratory, the drying process is not required for the Digital Soil Analysis Device. Measurement is not recommended in sludge soils.

  • Is SoilScanner Compatible with All Soil Types?

    The device is usable in all regions of Turkey and in all types of soil, without the need for calibration.

  • Is the Number of Analysis Limited for SoilScanner?

    It offers unlimited analysis by the license offered with the Digital Soil Analysis Device. The license offers 3-year annual campaign periodically and unlimited annual campaign. It allows to analyze unlimitedly within the period that is purchased.

  • How Long Will It Take to Get the Analysis Result?

    Soil analysis result is loaded to the application approximately in 2 minutes. It takes 5 minutes to be shared via e-mail.

  • How Does SoilScanner Work?

    The Digital Soil Analysis Device sends infrared rays near the ground with the LED lamps located at the bottom and creates a value by calculating the returning lights. The resulting value and evaluated data accumulation results are sent to the mobile application via Bluetooth.

  • Does SoilScanner Require Installation?

    The Digital Soil Analysis Device does not need any installations. There are only 1 button and 2 indicators on the device. One of them refers to the Bluetooth connection and the other refers to the battery level. It turns on when you press the button once. Then, the device name is found in the application and can be downloaded to the smartphone. Later, the devices can be paired and be ready for soil analysis.

  • How Can I Perform the Analysis?

    First of all, make sure that the mobile application and the device are turned on and that the phone and the device are paired. Then the scanning process is started in the Scan section of the mobile application, following the instructions of the application, the device is ready to scan by slightly pressing on the soil sample. The device can be removed from the sample when the mobile app gives the approval. The lower part of the device should be cleaned with the brush that comes with the device or with a wet cloth. The application will repeat this process 5 times. After that, the scanning process will be completed.

  • What Is the Power Supply of SoilScanner?

    The Soil Analysis Device works by a rechargeable battery.

  • How Long Does It Take to Charge SoilScanner?

    The device must be continuously charged for at least 12 hours.

  • How Many Soil Analysis Does SoilScanner Perform On a Single Charge?

    On a single charge; approximately 15 soil samples can be anlayzed in the field. Since the charge is used in the on / off processes in the field, more analysis can be done if the samples are gathered in a place such as an office where approximately 25 samples can be analyzed on a single charge.

  • What Is the Price of SoilScanner and How Can I purchase?

    You can contact us at 0850 433 6477 or [email protected].

  • How Can I Reset SoilScanner?

    For resetting, the charging tip of the device must be touched on the Reset area, which is the opposite side of the charging chamber. If needed, you can contact us at 0850 433 6477 or [email protected].

  • Can SoilScanner Work without an Internet Connection?

    Mobile application needs internet connection for synchronization. The "Synchronization" must be done before internet connection is cut. After synchronization, analysis can be made in regions where no connection is available. The results of these analyzes can be obtained after the mobile device is reconnected to the internet.

  • Can I Access the SoilScanner Mobile App from Two Different Mobile Devices at the Same Time?

    No. The application must be open on only 1 device at a time. If the application is open on two devices at the same time, the analysis is deemed invalid and the analysis report cannot be received.

  • Can More Than One User Access SoilScanner Data?

    The ID on the device and the user information defined for the mobile application are unique to each user. Other field managers / agricultural engineers who want to follow the data can access the data by logging in with the unique user information.

  • Can SoilScanner Measure Microelements in the Soil?

    The Soil Analysis Device measures soil structure, pH, organic matter, Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P₂O₅), Potassium (K₂O), clay, cation exchange capacity and temperature parameters. Although it does not measure micro elements such as Magnesium (Mg), Calcium (Ca), it is aimed to add new parameters such as Calcium (Ca) and Lime with ongoing R&D studies.

• Filiz: Agricultural Sensor Station

  • What is Filiz?

    It is a soil and weather station that measures the temperature and humidity of the soil as well as the temperature and relative humidity of the air from 2 different points. With the data measured by the device, the irrigation needs of the soil and the plants are determined and the fungal disease risks specific to the plant grown are calculated. Farmers using Agricultural Sensor Station make irrigation and spraying decisions according to the soil and weather conditions in their fields.

  • Which Data Does Filiz Measure?

    The Agricultural Sensor Station is a device that provides hourly data via its mobile application and enables the farmers to make the right decision in their agricultural activities in the light of the data collected. Soil temperature Soil moisture Air temperature Relative humidity Angular position of the device Growing degree-days Cooling accumulation Fungal disease risks and symptoms Licensed active ingredients and impact times Suitable spraying hours Irrigation needs and expected precipitation Opportunity to consult expert agricultural engineers Field-specific 7-day weather forecast The device operates between -20 and +85 °C.

  • How Does It Benefit the Farmers?

    Filiz collects real data from the field and provides knowledge-based cultivation recommendations. It determines the adequacy of the irrigation applications, fungal disease risks and sends instant messages in need of attention. Farmers follow the appropriate spraying hours through the application, take timely precautions against fungal diseases, prevent residue problems by using licensed drugs at the correct frequency and dosage, and perform effective spraying. Farmers, who irrigate on time and as required, use their water resources effectively and achieve high yield and good quality.

  • How Much Does It Cost and How Do I Purchase?

    You can contact us at 0850 433 6477 or [email protected] for details.

  • Does It Require Installation?

    No. The Agricultural Sensor Station comes out of its box all set and does not require any installation. The device has an integrated lithium thionyl chloride battery pack which enables 3 years of battery life. Battery consumption may vary depending on field conditions.

  • How Can I Install?

    Dig a 45-cm-deep pit in the selected area. Take the device out of its box, place the pointy side of the device in the pit and fill the gaps with soil. Make sure there are no puddles or stones near the device and that it makes good contact with the ground. Activate the device by pressing the button for 5 seconds.

  • How Can I View the Collected Data?

    The collected data are displayed through the mobile application. Download Filiz from Apple Store or Play Store to your mobile phone or tablet and create your profile. Register your field in a couple of steps: click the + button on the main screen, mark your field area and finalize your field registration by entering the crop and variety you have grown, planting-harvest dates, soil type and your 8-digit sensor number.

  • Where Should I Place the Device in the Field?

    For the best results and the most accurate recommendations, the device should be placed at the point that represents your field the best and at the effective root depth in the root area of the plant, enabling a simulation of the plants. The device should be located based on some variables such as the root zone of the product, effective root depth and plant spacing. As Doktar's agricultural technical team, we support you with the most effective device installation solutions.

  • What Are the Dimensions of the Device?

    The device, which is 143 cm in length and 15 cm in width, weighs 4 kg and can be transported easily. It is highly recommended to keep the device in its box for safe transportation.

  • How Many Decares Does One Device Represent?

    It is recommended to use an average of 1 device per each irrigation plot. Measurement accuracy can be increased by using more than one device in sloping lands, areas with different soil structures and lands where different irrigation applications are performed, and thus maximum benefit is achieved. As Doktar's agricultural technical team, we assist you in determining the number of devices that should be used.

  • What Are the Accuracy Rates of the Data Collected by the Device?

    Air Temperature: ±0.5 °C Relative Humidity: ±%2.0 RH Soil Temperature: ±2.0 °C Soil Humidity: ±5.0%

  • What Should I Do If the Device Doesn't Send the Collected Data?

    In rare cases, data flow may be interrupted due to the Internet network connection. However, the device keeps the data it collects in its memory for up to 12 hours and sends this data to the cloud with corresponding time stamps when the first suitable connection conditions are met. Please contact us for connection problems longer than 12 hours.

  • Can Multiple Users Access the Data?

    More than one authorized person using the Turkcell Filiz application can access the same data as you. You and your field managers will have the opportunity to monitor the data of your field at the same time.

  • How Long Is the Delivery Time?

    The device is delivered to the delivery address within a week after the day of purchase. For international deliveries, the lead time may vary depending on the receiving country. You may contact us for further details about international orders.

  • Which Internet Network Does the Device Use?

    It establishes a low power consumption internet connection with 2G and Narrow Band Internet of Things (NB-IoT) technologies.

• PestTrap: Digital Pest Tracking Station

  • What Is PestTrap and What are Its Benefits?

    The Digital Pest Tracking Station is a delta-type camera trap used for monitoring the population density of pests. It helps farmers to detect and track pests remotely, plan field visits at the required frequency and make effective spraying decisions by determining the economic loss treshold.

  • Which Pests Can I Use It For?

    The Digital Pest Tracking Station is used for all pests that have pheromone lures, such as European grapevine moth (Lobesia botrana) in vineyards, cotton bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera) in cotton fields or tomato moth (Tuta absoluta) in tomato fields. During one season, you can switch the pheromone lure and use the device for tracking as many different pests as you prefer.

  • How Does the Digital Pest Tracking Station Determine the Number of Pests Captured?

    The images captured with the Digital Pest Tracking Station are transmitted to Doktar's database right away. The images delivered to Doktar's database are processed with machine learning-based image processing algorithms, recognizing and counting the pest species of interest, allowing you to track and compare the population density from one day to the other.

  • Which Data Can I Collect with PestTrap?

    The Digital Pest Tracking Station measures the hourly air temperature and relative humidity, as well as the battery charge status and the network signal level. It includes a sensor to be aware of situations such as theft and accidents. Users can access this information via the mobile application.

  • What Is the Frequency of the Images Collected with PestTrap?

    The Digital Pest Tracking Station takes images of the glued trap sheet placed inside it twice a day and sends it to the Doktar's database.

  • How Many Decares Should One PestTrap Cover?

    The suggested number of traps to be used is determined according to the variables such as crop, geographical region and pest species. As Doktar's Agricultural Team, we assist you in each step including determination of the number of traps you shall use or where to install the device in your field.

  • What Is Included In the Package?

    The box includes 1 Digital Pest Tracking Station, 1 solar panel and connection cable.

  • How Does It Work?

    Via its integrated SIM card and communication module, the device establishes an Internet connection through 2G, 3G or 4G networks and transmits the collected data to Doktar's database.

  • How Do I Install the Device?

    First, choose the best spot in your field to install your device. (see: Where should I place the device?) You can place the device on a platform at the height you want, hang it on the branch of your fruit trees or on a pole. Place the solar panel on a pole and connect the other end of the connection cable to the device. Activate the trap by pressing the button on the device. For best battery performance, make sure the solar panel is not in the shade of trees or plants.

  • How Does the Device Meet Its Electicity Needs?

    The Digital Pest Tracking Station works with its solar panel specifically designed for it to perform at its best. Thanks to the rechargeable batteries installed in the device, it continues to function perfectly even on cloudy days.

  • How Do I Display the Data Collected by the Device?

    The collected data can be displayed via its mobile application PestTrap or our web platform FMS.

  • Where Should I Place the Device?

    The Digital Pest Tracking Station is used for detecting population density of pests in fields and orchards. One will get the best and most effective results when the trap is placed in the area that represents the field or orchard the best. The best spot to place the device varies depending on the location of the land, the crop type or the pest species of interest. As Doktar's agricultural team, we assist you at every stage in order to help you make the right decisions in line with the information we receive from you.

  • What Are the Dimensions of PestTrap?

    The Digital Pest Tracking Station is 22x24x26 cm in size. Compatible with 20x20 cm adhesive trays.

  • Which Adhesive Trays Are PestTrap Compatible With?

    The Digital Pest Tracking Station is compatible with 20x20 cm adhesive trays. For the best image processing results, we recommend using it with adhesive trays approved by Doktar.

  • What Are the PestTrap Color Options?

    We can produce the Digital Pest Tracking Station in any color you want. Please contact us for your special color needs.

  • What Is the Camera Resolution?

    The 5MP integrated camera of the Digital Pest Tracking Station has a maximum resolution of 2592x1944.

  • Which Internet Network Does the Device Use?

    It establishes an Internet connection with 2G, 3G and 4G.

  • What Should I Do If There Is No Recent Data?

    In rare cases, data flow may be interrupted due to the mobile network connection. This does not mean that the collected images and data will be lost. In this case, the device stores the collected images and data in its memory for up to 24 hours and transfers it to Doktar's database when the network connection is established, so you will not experience data loss. You can contact us for connection problems longer than 24 hours.

  • How Much Does It Cost and How Can I Purchase?

    You can contact us at [email protected] or +90 850 433 6477 by pressing 9 after dialing for English.

  • How Long Does the Delivery Take?

    The device will be delivered to the address you specified by cargo, at the latest 1 week after the day you purchased it. International delivery times vary depending on the destination country, so we recommend you to ask in advance for the estimated delivery times.

  • Is PestTrap Used in Greenhouses and Storage Areas?

    Yes. The Digital Pheromone Trap can be used anywhere with a mobile internet connection.

  • How Do I Use PestTrap in Places with No Access to Sunlight?

    You can use the device in indoor environments such as grain storage areas by charging it or connecting it to an outlet with its charging adapter supplied specially instead of a solar panel.

• FMS: Farm Management System

  • How Can I Get Started with FMS?

    To get started with our Farm Management Software, simply register as an individual farmer or corporate farm owner. Once registered, you can create your fields and start managing your farm operations efficiently.

  • Can I Plant Different Crops on Different Sections of My Land?

    Absolutely! With our Farm Management Software, you have the flexibility to create planting areas within your fields. This allows you to divide your lands and plant different crops in different sections based on your preferences or specific requirements.

  • How Can I Monitor the Health of My Fields?

    Our Farm Management Software provides satellite services that enable you to monitor the health of your fields. Through detailed analysis, you can identify problematic areas in your fields and take necessary precautions in advance. You can also assign notes to these areas, track their development over time, and make improvements accordingly.

  • Can I Create Variable Rate Application Maps for My Fields?

    Our Farm Management Software offers the functionality to create variable rate application (VRA) maps using satellite images. This feature allows you to divide your fields into zones (e.g., 3, 5, or 7 zones) based on suitability for fertilization, spraying, and planting activities. By optimizing resource allocation, you can enhance the efficiency of your farm operations.

  • How Can I Track Soil, Temperature, and Humidity Data for My Fields?

    With our Farm Management Software, you can monitor the data from sensors such as Filiz, which measure soil, temperature, and humidity. Besides, thanks to weather forecast feature, hyperlocal data provides valuable insights into the macroclimate of your fields, enabling you to make informed decisions. Additionally, the application helps you determine suitable hours for tractor use on your fields.

  • Does the Software Help with Pest Tracking and Disease Risk Management?

    Our Farm Management Software includes features for pest tracking and disease risk management. You can track data from digital insect traps like PestTrap Also, it is possible to receive information about fungal disease risks and provide risk management for your field. Based on this data, you can create spraying activity plans, record pesticide usage, and stay informed about suitable times for spraying in your fields.

  • Can I Integrate Soil Analysis Reports into the Software?

    Yes, you can integrate soil analysis reports into our Farm Management Software. You have the option to upload reports from laboratory analysis directly to your fields or integrate them using the analysis report number. This allows you to follow fertilization recommendations based on the analysis results, ensuring optimal soil health and nutrient management.

  • What Kind of Data Can I Monitor Using the Software?

    What kind of data can I monitor using the software? Our Farm Management Software provides various graphs and data comparisons, including temperature, precipitation, humidity, growing degree days (GDD), frost periods, and NDVI values. These data insights enable you to practice precision agriculture and make informed decisions for crop cultivation.

  • How Can I Purchase FMS?

    Please contact us at 0850 433 6477 or [email protected] to purchase FMS.

  • Which Languages Are Supported?

    Farm Management System is available in 10 languages: Turkish English, Bulgarian, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian and Ukrainian. Also, it is possible to integrate different languages to the system, according to customer needs.