Wineries in Northern California are testing systems that provide detailed microclimate, irrigation, and health data about their vines. By using technology, wine makers are controlling the size and growth of their crop, measuring acidity and salinity, and irrigating more effectively and efficiently.

A group at UC Davis showed a smart irrigation system using Moteiv's motes that opens and closes an electronic valve based on the surrounding soil moisture content. Nodes compute the available water content and turn on and off irrigation valves to achieve consistent growth.

An article in Fortune (reprinted at cnn.com) talks about the science and technology being introduced to winemaking.

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