Database and calibration
The real intelligence behind our services lies in the database and prediction models we have developed and continue to grow with our partners worldwide.
Your analysis results are as good as your database
AgroCares’ secret and innovation are not only found in the analysis tools: the real intelligence behind our services lies in the database and prediction models we have developed and continue to grow with our partners worldwide.
Like most sensors, AgroCares technology also requires a database. Therefore we strictly adhere to the saying ‘your analysis results are as good as your database’, as it serves as the core and pride of all our work. The process of establishing a database for a certain region is what we call ‘calibration’.
What is calibration?
Calibration is the operation used to establish a relation between the quantity values measured and provided by measurement standards (our Golden Standard Laboratory, using ISO-certified wet chemistry methods) and the corresponding indications or predictions of the calibrated instrument (the Scanner). In a second step, this information is used to obtain a measurement result from an indication or prediction.
In the context of AgroCares, this means taking samples from all target areas of operation of our clients. We are a small company thinking big, and the aim is to eventually cover all soil spectra in the world.
How does calibration work?
The same process is followed for all calibrated areas to ensure a standardised procedure and consistent quality for every sample added to the database.
Defining the target region and calibration points
To ensure that the samples contribute unique features to the database while being representative of the area, the locations are pre-selected by our R&D team, determined on the basis of soil grids.
Sample taking and shipment to the Netherlands
Our technical team provides sampling equipment, protocols and training to the local sample takers (partners and customers) so that all necessary information is recorded. Samples are analysed fresh in the field and shipped to the Netherlands.
GSL analysis
At the AgroCares accredited reference laboratory, the Golden Standard Laboratory (GSL), the samples are prepared once more and analysed on almost 90 parameters using ISO-certified wet chemistry methods.
Prediction models and database
Our R&D team develops prediction models using the analysis data as a reference and incorporates them into our global database. These models rely heavily on deep learning algorithms, resulting in highly precise predictions across all our sensors.
Where we work
The soil database is calibrated per country or region. SoilCares soil analysis licences (Bronze, Silver, Adviser Asia and the Starter Package) can only be used in calibrated countries and regions. Explore the map or open the full list of calibrated countries.
- Calibrated (52)
- Not yet calibrated
From soil to feed and leaf database
When it comes to developing a database, the sky is the limit. It is a world of endless opportunities for innovation and delivering valuable agronomic data. At AgroCares, we started to go beyond soil analysis with a focus on feed materials and leaf tissue analysis.
Testing nutrients in animal feed has been an exciting development, together with our partner Trouw Nutrition, who provides an extensive database of feed materials with the use of the AgroCares Scanner and software. Since 2018, feed analysis has been globally available to all our customers.
Calibrate a specific area for your operations
Are you interested in learning more about the calibration process, or do you want to calibrate a specific area? Contact us at info@agrocares.com to receive an offer.
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