Introducing one of the most significant developments in grain monitoring technology to date: the revolutionary new Multi-Sense Grain Probe.
Developed to take grain storage insight to an entirely new level, the Multi-Sense Grain Probe designed specifically for Barn Owl Wireless combines temperature, CO₂ and moisture sensing within a single probe, giving growers a far deeper understanding of what is happening inside the grain bulk than ever before.
Traditionally, temperature monitoring has formed the backbone of grain storage management. While temperature remains critically important, it only tells part of the story. Changes in grain condition often begin before a noticeable temperature rise occurs, meaning potential issues can already be developing inside the store before conventional systems detect them.
This is where the Multi-Sense Grain Probe changes the game.
By monitoring CO₂ levels directly within the grain, the new probe can identify biological activity at a much earlier stage. Rising CO₂ levels can indicate insect activity, mould development or grain respiration before heat starts to build up, allowing operators or the automated system to react sooner and prevent problems from escalating. Early detection means grain can be protected before quality deterioration, spoilage or costly losses occur.
Moisture sensing adds another powerful layer of intelligence. Understanding moisture levels within the store gives valuable insight into drying effectiveness and the overall storage environment. Users can identify whether moisture is moving correctly through the grain, monitor how effectively conditioning systems are performing and gain a clearer picture of long-term grain stability.
Combined with Barn Owl Wireless automatic control capabilities, the system opens the door to even smarter grain management. Rather than relying solely on temperature-driven decisions, future conditioning strategies can respond to multiple environmental factors simultaneously, helping operators optimise airflow, improve drying performance and maintain grain in peak condition more efficiently than ever before.
The result is a more proactive approach to grain storage.
Instead of simply reacting to problems once they become visible, growers can identify trends earlier, make more informed decisions and maintain tighter control over storage conditions throughout the season. In an industry where crop quality, energy costs and storage efficiency are under increasing pressure, having access to deeper, real-time insight could prove invaluable.
The launch of the Multi-Sense Grain Probe represents another major step forward for Barn Owl Wireless and reinforces Martin Lishman’s commitment to continually developing practical technologies that deliver real on-farm benefits.
Martin Lishman will officially launched the revolutionary new Multi-Sense Grain Probe at this year’s Cereals 2026 exhibition, giving visitors the first opportunity to see the technology in action ahead of harvest.
With harvest rapidly approaching, the launch comes at the ideal time for growers looking to improve storage performance and gain greater visibility within the grain bulk before the new season begins.
As grain storage continues to evolve, deeper insight and earlier detection are becoming increasingly important. With the introduction of the Multi-Sense Grain Probe, Barn Owl Wireless is once again pushing grain monitoring technology forward, helping growers stay one step ahead and giving them the tools to protect crop quality with greater confidence than ever before.
Keep up to date about future news, events and products from Martin Lishman.
