German telecommunications company Deutsche Telekom has deployed a 5G campus network at the smart vineyard project in the Moselle Valley, located in the district of Cochem-Zell. The Moselle Valley, renowned for its 2,000-year-old winemaking tradition, embraces 5G technology to address labour shortages and climate challenges. The "Smart Vineyard" project, supported by Deutsche Telekom and funded by the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport, introduced a 5G campus network to the region's steep vineyards, automating key tasks with the help of AI and robotics.
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5G Campus Network for Smart Vineyard Project
Deutsche Telekom said the 5G network uses industrial frequencies in the 3.7 to 3.8 GHz range, specifically licensed for Weinberg by the Federal Network Agency upon application. This makes it a private network that operates independently of Deutsche Telekom's public network.
Autonomous Robots Drive Sustainable Viticulture
The company explained that its 5G campus network powers autonomous robots, which manage essential tasks such as soil cultivation and pest monitoring. These robots, equipped with cameras and sensors, provide real-time data on vine health, promoting sustainable farming through optimised resource usage.
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Deutsche Telekom said, "5G is revolutionising viticulture. Our 5G campus network is the foundation of this revolution and is specifically designed to meet the needs of robots in the vineyard. With our innovative container-format solution, we can ensure that the network moves with the winegrowers in the future, guaranteeing optimal connectivity at all times."
Nomadic Network
Additionally, the network will be developed into a nomadic system, meaning it will move from one vineyard to another for cultivation, according to Deutsche Telekom. Coordinated by the University of Koblenz and involving various local partners, this effort helps preserve the Moselle Valley's winemaking tradition by blending digital innovation with age-old techniques.
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5G Signal Analysis
According to the official release, the project benefits not only winegrowers but also advances research into wireless signal performance in agricultural settings. The research will examine how elements like wire installations, plants, and foliage affect 5G signal quality.
