What Edaphic Scientific does

Edaphic Scientific Pty Ltd is an Australian privately held distributor founded in 2015 that specializes in precision scientific instrumentation for environmental research and monitoring, serving Australia and New Zealand as its core commercial territory. The company holds exclusive Australian distribution rights for METER Group, plus distribution arrangements with Apogee Instruments, Implexx Sense (operated by Edaphic as a related business), and SWAP Instruments. Its end customers span universities (described as all AU/NZ universities), government research organizations (CSIRO, NIWA, NSW Department of Primary Industries), mining majors (BHP, Rio Tinto), tier-1 environmental consultants (AECOM, GHD, WSP, Golder), agricultural operators (Costa, De Bortoli), and smaller growers across avocado, aquaponics, and other horticulture applications.

Edaphic's product portfolio follows a platform-plus-components model built around telemetry-enabled data loggers (ZL6, ES-LOG) and cloud/online data management software (ZENTRA Cloud, EAGLE online software, ZSC portable interface), integrating with extensive sensor families for soil (TEROS moisture and water potential, HYPROP, soil redox probes, lysimeters, infiltrometers), plants (sap flow sensors, dendrometers, leaf area index, stomatal conductance porometers, stem water content), water (HYDROS 21 level/CTD, dissolved gas sensors, pH and redox, deep sea sensors), and meteorology (ATMOS 41 all-in-one weather station plus individual wind, rain, radiation, PAR, UV, and net radiation sensors). Connectivity supports LoRa WAN, NB-IoT, and WiFi deployments, and the company publishes an "Environmental Research & Monitoring Systems" bundle combining data loggers, telemetry communications, and internet-based software for end-to-end project delivery.

Revenue mechanics are not disclosed beyond a quote-based, B2B hardware distribution model selling to enterprise, government, and research buyers via its website (edaphic.com.au), phone support (1300 430 928), and direct enterprise sales. The company supplements the sales motion with content marketing assets including the Sap Flow Digest (issued three times per year) and the Soil Water Compendium, plus an annual Research Equipment Grant program supporting non-profit researchers. Strategic partnerships with Western Sydney University's Blue Mountains Hub for Ecology and Conservation and the Terrestrial Ecosystem Research Network position Edaphic inside long-term ecological monitoring infrastructure across 35 permanent plots on a 165-kilometre transect, deepening the company's role beyond transactional equipment supply.

Name

Edaphic Scientific

Legal name

Edaphic Scientific Pty Ltd

Website

https://edaphic.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Founded in 2015, Edaphic Scientific is an Australian distributor of scientific instrumentation for environmental monitoring, serving universities, government agencies, mining operators, and growers across Australia and New Zealand. Its portfolio spans data loggers, sensors, and cloud software sourced from METER Group, Apogee Instruments, and Implexx Sense.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Environmental Monitoring Instruments

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

SIC

Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Environmental Data Management Platforms (EHS/EMS, LIMS, ELN, Compliance Data Hubs) (EUAHAKAA)

Keywords

• Environmental monitoring instruments
• Scientific equipment distribution
• Soil moisture sensors
• Sap flow measurement
• Environmental research sensors

Headquarters

HQ city

Port Macquarie

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Scientific Equipment Distribution: Edaphic Scientific operates as a premier distributor of scientific equipment dedicated to advancing environmental research and monitoring in Australia and New Zealand. The company distributes products from manufacturers including METER Group, Apogee Instruments, and Implexx Sense, serving scientists, researchers, engineers, government agencies, growers, consultants, and students.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Edaphic Scientific is a premier distributor of scientific instruments and monitoring systems for environmental research across Australia and New Zealand. The company supplies sensors, data loggers (ZL6, ES-LOG), cloud software (ZENTRA, EAGLE), and complete monitoring systems for soil science, plant physiology, hydrology, biogeochemistry, marine science, meteorology, and related disciplines. It provides value-added services including system conceptualization, programming, installation, and maintenance, representing manufacturers such as METER Group, Apogee Instruments, and Implexx Sense.

Product overview

Edaphic Scientific is a premier distributor in Australia and New Zealand specializing in scientific equipment for environmental research and monitoring. The product portfolio consists of a platform-plus-components model centered around data loggers (ZL6, ES-LOG) and cloud software (ZENTRA Cloud, EAGLE), which integrate with an extensive range of specialized sensors for measuring soil (moisture, water potential, lysimeters, redox probes), plants (sap flow sensors, dendrometers, leaf area index), water (level, pH, dissolved gases), and meteorology (ATMOS 41 weather station). The company also distributes Apogee spectral/radiation sensors, METER Group instruments (HYPROP, TEROS sensors), and SWAP Instruments soil redox probes. Key connectivity options include LoRa WAN, NB-IoT, and WiFi for IoT-enabled monitoring. The ecosystem is designed for plug-and-play deployment where sensors automatically configure when connected to ZL6 loggers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ZL6 Data Logger Telemetry data logger with built-in modem and SIM card that automatically transmits sensor measurements to ZENTRA Cloud. Features plug-and-play automatic sensor recognition for environmental research and monitoring applications.
• ES-LOG Data Logger Environmental research and monitoring data logger designed for scientific measurement applications across field deployments.
• ZENTRA Cloud Software Online software platform for data management, visualization, and remote access to sensor data from ZL6 and other connected devices, enabling internet-based data access and graphing.
• EAGLE Online Software Data management software for environmental monitoring and research data, providing online access to field-collected datasets.
• ZSC Portable Handheld Meter Portable handheld meter for field measurements and direct sensor interfacing during field data collection.
• LoRa WAN Systems LoRa WAN connectivity solutions for IoT-enabled environmental monitoring sensors and systems, providing long-range low-power telemetry for remote sensor deployments.
• Sap Flow Sensors Heat pulse velocity sap flow sensors including single sensor, multi-sensor, and small stems/petioles/flower/fruit variants for measuring plant water transport and transpiration in plant physiology research.
• Dendrometers Precision sensors for measuring plant growth and water use through expansion and contraction of plant tissues over daily and seasonal cycles, for plant physiology and ecohydrology research.
• Soil Moisture Sensors Capacitance and TDR-based sensors for measuring volumetric water content in soils, including TEROS, EC-5, and Drill and Drop series, used in soil science and irrigation management.
• Soil Water Potential Sensors (TEROS 21 and TEROS 22) Matric potential sensors including TEROS 21 and TEROS 22 for measuring soil water energy state, critical for irrigation management and water availability assessment. TEROS 21 requires zero maintenance with higher accuracy and a 20+ year operational life.
• Lysimeters Weighing lysimeters and drainage lysimeters for measuring evapotranspiration and soil water balance in field research and crop water use studies.
• ATMOS 41 Weather Station All-in-one wireless weather station measuring rainfall, wind speed and direction, temperature, relative humidity, solar radiation, and additional meteorological parameters for research and agricultural applications.
• HYDROS 21 Water Level Sensor Water level, temperature and electrical conductivity sensor (formerly CTD-10) for hydrology and irrigation applications, designed for connection to the ZL6 data logger for cloud-based monitoring.
• Dissolved Gas Sensors Sensors for measuring dissolved oxygen, CO2, hydrogen sulfide, methane, hydrogen peroxide, hydrogen, and ozone in water and marine environments for biogeochemistry and aquaculture research.
• pH and Redox Sensors Sensors and meters for measuring pH and redox potential in water, soil, and marine environments for water quality and biogeochemical monitoring.
• Apogee Spectral and Radiation Sensors Range of spectral and radiation sensors from Apogee Instruments measuring solar radiation, PAR, UV radiation, net radiation, NDVI, PRI, and infrared canopy temperature for plant canopy research.
• SWAP Soil Redox Probes Real-time soil redox potential probes for soil science and biogeochemistry research, distributed through a strategic partnership with SWAP Instruments for Australia and New Zealand.
• HYPROP Laboratory instrument for simultaneously measuring soil water retention and hydraulic conductivity curves using the evaporation method, with data calculated via LABROS SoilView software.
• TDR-150 and TDR-350 Portable Soil Moisture Meters Portable time domain reflectometry meters for measuring soil moisture, temperature, and electrical conductivity in field conditions for agronomy and soil science applications.
• Leaf Area Index Meter Optical sensor for measuring leaf area index and plant canopy characteristics in plant physiology and agricultural research.
• Stomatal Conductance Porometer Instrument for measuring stomatal conductance in plant leaves for plant physiology and ecohydrology research.
• Environmental Research & Monitoring Systems Complete integrated monitoring systems combining data loggers (ZL6), telemetry communications, and internet-based data management software (ZENTRA Cloud) for end-to-end environmental research projects.
• Implexx Water Level Sensor Low cost IoT-enabled water level, depth, or pressure sensor for hydrologists and irrigation managers, deployable in tanks, boreholes, streams, lakes, rivers, estuaries, and marine environments to 200m depth.
• Sap Flow Digest Open resource publication released three times per year, exclusively published by Edaphic Scientific, covering all topics related to sap flow research in plants for researchers, students, physiologists, hydrologists, and growers.
• Soil Water Compendium Comprehensive reference guide for scientists, engineers, consultants, and students new to soil moisture measurements, covering measurement principles, application notes, and scientific references.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 40% reduction in irrigation can be achieved with soils or plant-based decision making
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SWAP InstrumentscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership between Edaphic Scientific and SWAP Instruments to extend comprehensive support for cutting-edge soil redox probes in Australia and New Zealand. The collaboration enhances soil and biogeochemical research capabilities, with Edaphic Scientific providing end-to-end support including installation guidance, troubleshooting assistance, maintenance services, integration services, and training programs for researchers.
• METER GroupcoreTechnology or IntegrationEdaphic Scientific is the exclusive distributor for METER Group in Australia, with a partnership going back several years. METER Group is the world-leading manufacturer and developer of environmental research products including soil moisture sensors, water potential sensors, weather stations, and data loggers. Edaphic Scientific provides comprehensive support for METER Group products including ZL6 telemetry loggers, ZENTRA Cloud software, TEROS sensors, and HYPROP instruments.
• Implexx SensecoreTechnology or IntegrationImplexx Sense develops proprietary sap flow sensors including the Implexx Sap Flow Sensor and Implexx Sap Flow Sensor Gen 2. Edaphic Scientific distributes Implexx products and publishes the Sap Flow Digest, an open resource for researchers. Implexx sensors feature miniaturized design, cost-effectiveness, and digital specifications for IoT integration.
• Western Sydney UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnology partner for the Blue Mountains Hub for Ecology and Conservation's long-term ecological monitoring project. Edaphic Scientific is providing technology solutions for 35 permanent ecological monitoring plots across a 165-kilometre transect, including terrestrial LiDAR scanning and automated smart sensor networks for continuous real-time ecosystem monitoring.
• Terrestrial Ecosystem Research NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for developing long-term research platform for understanding ecosystem responses to climate change, drought, fire, and urban expansion. The network supports ecological monitoring infrastructure across Australia.
• Griffith UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive research collaborations on projects including renewable energy from wastewater mixing (Dr Fernanda Helfer's research) and green infrastructure monitoring. Dr Helfer was the recipient of the 2016 Edaphic Scientific Research Equipment Grant.
• University of FloridaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch collaboration on environmental monitoring projects.
• Georgia State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch collaboration on environmental monitoring projects.
• Chinese Academy of SciencesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch collaboration on environmental monitoring projects.
• NSW Department of Primary IndustriesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive research collaboration on environmental monitoring projects.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Onset Computer Corporation (HOBO): Established US manufacturer of HOBO data loggers and environmental monitoring sensors across weather, water, and energy — comparable environmental data logger and sensor portfolio, broader in scope and more focused on plug-and-play monitoring rather than research-grade instrumentation.
• METER Group: World-leading manufacturer of environmental research instruments (soil moisture, water potential, weather, data loggers) and the principal supplier Edaphic distributes — directly comparable product portfolio globally and serves the same scientific research and agricultural customer segments at manufacturer level.

Direct peers

• Sentek Technologies: Australian developer of soil moisture and salinity sensors used in agriculture and environmental research — directly comparable soil sensor product category and overlapping Australian grower, researcher, and irrigation-management customer base.
• ICT International: Australia-based manufacturer and distributor of scientific instruments for plant physiology, soil science, and environmental monitoring — overlapping product categories (sap flow, dendrometers, soil moisture) and overlapping ANZ customer base of researchers and growers.
• Campbell Scientific: Global manufacturer of environmental data loggers, sensors, and monitoring systems for research, agriculture, and mining — directly comparable product portfolio (data loggers, weather stations, soil sensors) and serves the same scientist and environmental consultant segments.
• Irrometer Company: US manufacturer of soil moisture and soil water potential sensors primarily for irrigation and agriculture — comparable soil water potential product category (similar to TEROS 21) and overlapping grower and irrigation-management customer use case.
• Acclima: US designer and manufacturer of TDR soil moisture sensors and soil water content measurement systems — directly comparable soil sensor product line serving researchers, growers, and environmental consultants.
• Eijkelkamp Soil & Water: Netherlands-based supplier of soil, water, and environmental monitoring instruments for research, agriculture, and consulting — comparable product range covering soil moisture, groundwater, water quality, and meteorology sold to research and consulting customers globally.
• Stevens Water Monitoring Systems: US manufacturer of hydrology and water quality monitoring instruments including soil moisture, water level, and water quality sensors — directly comparable product categories and serves environmental consulting and research customers.

Emerging players

• Davis Instruments: US manufacturer of weather stations and environmental monitoring instruments for agriculture, research, and education — overlapping meteorological sensor category (weather stations, rain gauges, wind sensors) and comparable researcher/grower/educator customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/edaphicsci

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Funding rounds

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