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3G is ending - What it means for water meters on farm
Most farmers know that accurate water use reporting is a key part of holding a consent. Councils need to see how much water is being taken each day, and for most of us that means having a water meter with telemetry that automatically sends the data through.
Here’s the catch: the old 3G network that a lot of telemetry gear runs on is being switched off. Once that happens, those units will stop sending data. No data means no reports to council - and that quickly turns into a compliance issue.
Why water metering matters
Water meters aren’t just about ticking a box for compliance. They give you visibility on how much water you’re actually using. That helps with planning, efficiency, and making sure irrigation is working the way it should. When telemetry does its job in the background, it’s one less thing for you to worry about each day.
Don’t forget about other critical tech
It’s not just water meters that are affected by the 3G shutdown. Many soil moisture probes, tank, reservoir or pond level sensors also run on 3G gear. If these stop reporting, you lose visibility over key parts of your system. Halo can upgrade and future-proof all of these monitoring tools, while bringing them together in one simple, easy-to-use dashboard. That way, all your data is in one place - accessible when you need it, and working for you in the background.
How Halo helps
Halo has been 4G-ready since 2017, so there’s no scramble to catch up. With Halo, your reporting stays seamless and you get much more than just telemetry.
- Stay compliant, stress-free – Daily water use sent automatically to council, no manual uploads.
- Future-proof hardware – 4G-enabled and built to last.
- Council-approved – IrrigationNZ ‘Blue Tick’ accredited, so you know it meets all standards.
- One system, many uses – Monitor water, pumps, effluent, tanks, silos, milk, weather, and more in one dashboard.
The takeaway
The end of 3G is a good reminder to check your setup. If your telemetry is still running on old gear, it won’t be long before it stops working. Upgrading now means your reporting stays seamless, and you also gain a clearer picture of what’s happening across your farm.
👉 Contact your regional manager to discuss Halo 4G enabled water solutions
3G is ending - What it means for water meters on farm
Most farmers know that accurate water use reporting is a key part of holding a consent. Councils need to see how much water is being taken each day, and for most of us that means having a water meter with telemetry that automatically sends the data through.
Here’s the catch: the old 3G network that a lot of telemetry gear runs on is being switched off. Once that happens, those units will stop sending data. No data means no reports to council - and that quickly turns into a compliance issue.
Why water metering matters
Water meters aren’t just about ticking a box for compliance. They give you visibility on how much water you’re actually using. That helps with planning, efficiency, and making sure irrigation is working the way it should. When telemetry does its job in the background, it’s one less thing for you to worry about each day.
Don’t forget about other critical tech
It’s not just water meters that are affected by the 3G shutdown. Many soil moisture probes, tank, reservoir or pond level sensors also run on 3G gear. If these stop reporting, you lose visibility over key parts of your system. Halo can upgrade and future-proof all of these monitoring tools, while bringing them together in one simple, easy-to-use dashboard. That way, all your data is in one place - accessible when you need it, and working for you in the background.
How Halo helps
Halo has been 4G-ready since 2017, so there’s no scramble to catch up. With Halo, your reporting stays seamless and you get much more than just telemetry.
- Stay compliant, stress-free – Daily water use sent automatically to council, no manual uploads.
- Future-proof hardware – 4G-enabled and built to last.
- Council-approved – IrrigationNZ ‘Blue Tick’ accredited, so you know it meets all standards.
- One system, many uses – Monitor water, pumps, effluent, tanks, silos, milk, weather, and more in one dashboard.
The takeaway
The end of 3G is a good reminder to check your setup. If your telemetry is still running on old gear, it won’t be long before it stops working. Upgrading now means your reporting stays seamless, and you also gain a clearer picture of what’s happening across your farm.
👉 Contact your regional manager to discuss Halo 4G enabled water solutions