Precision Agriculture · South Africa

Integrating technology with our wealth of experience.

Assisting you in delivering top-quality crops — through irrigation scheduling, fertigation and science-backed crop nutrition.

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50+ years experienceOmnia · YaraStellenboschStage 4-ready
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fertigation.co.za · scheduler

Tonight's irrigation plan

⚡ Stage 4 today
Block A1
38%Irrigate
Block B1
29%Irrigate
Block B2
72%Skip
Block C1
47%Irrigate
⚡ Loadshedding-aware — runs shifted to the 20:30 clear window · 36 mm planned
Irrigation Software
Nutrition Strategies
Soil Fertility
Agri-Climate Insight
RootBot
Your online agronomist

An agronomist on call — online, every single day.

Rooted's software is your online agronomist: it reads the weather and your soil, tells you exactly what to do on each block, and answers your questions on WhatsApp — the expertise of our agronomists, working for you 24/7.

Irrigation Schedulingwhen & how long, per block — loadshedding-aware.
Agri-Climate InsightGDD, harvestability & phenology, made practical.
RootBot on WhatsApp7-day forecast + ask-anything agronomy.
Always onno app, no login — answers in seconds.
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RootBotYour online agronomist · online
Morning 🌱 Ask me about your blocks, the weather, or what to irrigate tonight.
0101 — Our products

Tech Solutions

Your online agronomist — the tools that bring real-time science to your blocks, every single day.

Irrigation Scheduling Software
Weather
live
Soil profile
76%
Loadshed
St4
Recommendation: irrigate 3 blocks · 285 min · start 20:30

Irrigation Scheduling Software

Maximize your irrigation efficiency with our cutting-edge scheduler that integrates real-time weather data for any location. By incorporating a comprehensive soil profile investigation, our service fine-tunes your irrigation strategy.

  • Real-Time Weather Data — accurate insights tailored to your specific location for data-driven decisions.
  • Thorough Soil Profile Investigation — recommendations aligned to the unique characteristics of your land.
  • Loadshedding Focus — efficiently cycle through your irrigation zones around the cuts.
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Growth Degree Dayson track
This season5-yr average
Tue
☀️
24°
ET₀ 5.2
Wed
🌤️
26°
5.8
Thu
☀️
28°
6.4
Fri
⛅
23°
4.9
Sat
🌧️
19°
3.1
Sun
🌦️
21°
3.8
Mon
☀️
25°
5.5

Agri-Climate Insight

This service delves into specific details tailored to your farm, analyzing trends such as Growth Degree Days, Harvestability and Phenological Tracking. Instead of merely reporting the weather, we connect these data points so you can act.

You gain a personalized agricultural companion attuned to your farm's distinct conditions — simplifying intricate concepts like Growth Degree Days into practical insights.

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RootBotRooted Agri · online
Morning 🌱 Your 7-day for Robertson — Wind, Temp, ET₀ & rain:08:02
☀️ Thu 28° · ET₀ 6.4mm (peak demand)
🌧️ Sat 19° · 80% rain08:02
Should I irrigate B1 tonight?08:14
Yes — B1 is at 29%, below your stress line. I'd run 15mm tonight after the 20:30 cut ✅08:14

Chat with RootBot

This chatbot is your dynamic companion, offering valuable insights on crucial factors including Wind, Temperature, Evapotranspiration (ET0) and Precipitation for the upcoming 7 days.

  • Real-Time Weather Updates — up-to-the-minute insights, delivered directly on WhatsApp.
  • Integrated Agri-Climate Service — more than weather; insights tailored to agriculture.
  • User-Friendly Interaction — as simple as sending a message; prompt it and it responds.
0202 — Hands-on expertise

Agri Consultancy

Not just recommendations — the recurring presence of our expert in your fields, ensuring precision perfected through hands-on experience.

Fertigation through drip irrigation
🧪 Water-soluble + granular programs

Plant Nutrition Strategies

While our expertise lies in fertigation, our commitment to tailored solutions doesn't end there. We offer personalized nutrition programs designed to address the unique needs of each producer — encompassing both water-soluble and granular solutions.

We leverage historical data to establish personalized norms for each farm, enhancing overall effectiveness — empowering growers with insights, not just recommendations.

Soil fertility management
🌱 Infiltration · roots · gas exchange

Soil Fertility Management

We recognize that successful agriculture demands more than occasional advice. Our services are intricately designed to enhance soil fertility, promoting optimal plant growth and high-quality crops through regular expert field visits.

We provide tailored recommendations using specific products and techniques aimed at increasing water infiltration, fostering root density and improving soil gas exchange — cultivating an environment where plants thrive.

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Years combined experience
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Forecast on WhatsApp
ET₀
Science-led, not calendar
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About us

50+ years in South African soil.

Boasting over 50 years of collective experience, each team member brings unique expertise and collaborates with strategic partners. This synergy allows us to deliver a service we take pride in — one that aligns with our passion and encompasses a broader spectrum of offerings.

Beyond our core focus on crop nutrition, we extend our support to encompass a range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of modern agriculture. From innovative irrigation solutions to advanced tools, we provide a holistic suite of services that empower growers at every stage of their journey.

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Dirk SutherlandAgronomist · Co-founder
JB
Johan van der BankTechnology · Co-founder
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Niel ElsAgronomist
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Frank van den HeeverAgronomist
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