Soil moisture meters in UgandaWhat are Soil Moisture Meters & Why They Matter A soil moisture meter is a device used to measure the water content of soil. For farmers, gardeners, horticulturists, crop researchers, and landscapers in Uganda, they help: Avoid over watering (wasting water, risk of root rot, fungal disease). Avoid under watering (stress to plants, reduced yield). Improve irrigation timing. Support plantation management (coffee, tea, horticulture) by knowing when soil