Georgia has begun deploying innovative, 3D-printed weather stations powered entirely by solar energy, delivering real-time climate data directly to farmers to support smarter agricultural decisions.
The smart stations measure key meteorological indicators, including temperature, rainfall, wind speed, solar radiation intensity, and leaf humidity. This data is crucial for accurate weather forecasting, assessing climate risks, early detection of pests, and effective irrigation planning.
High-quality information collected by the stations is automatically transmitted to Georgia’s agricultural climate application, GECSA, enabling farmers to make informed, climate-smart decisions on a daily basis.
Developed in cooperation with Seoul National University, the technology is already operational in several villages across Shida Kartli and Kakheti, where it is helping farmers adapt to changing weather patterns and improve productivity.
The expansion of Georgia’s agrometeorological network is being implemented under a climate programme led by UNDP, with support from the Green Climate Fund and the Embassy of Switzerland in Georgia.
On the Georgian side, the initiative brings together key national institutions, including the Rural Development Agency, the National Environment Agency, the Georgian Farmers’ Association, the Agricultural Scientific Research Center, and the National Food Agency.
The project forms part of Georgia’s broader efforts to integrate digital innovation and climate resilience into agriculture, ensuring farmers across the country have access to reliable data and modern tools to face growing environmental challenges.
Photo: UNDP | Gela Bedianashvili
