Instantly uploads data into the DEACON® management system.
Designed with the METER Group, a leader in soil sensing technology, the USGA Green Section is bringing this accuracy to the golf industry for a more sustainable use of water.
Quickly captures soil moisture, temperature, and salinity.
Integrates with DEACON, creating a digital record to make data-driven decisions.
Every reading is plotted and color-coded for better communications to where water is needed. And where it isn’t.
No matter which USGA Moisture Meter you use, readings are consistent.
The USGA Moisture Meter provides us much more precision than we normally have, because before you'd have to remember what percentage you got at which spot in the green. And maybe you'd forget. But now you can go back, look at your map and locate the exact spot that needs water.
Using the USGA Moisture Meter, instantly upload moisture, temperature, and salinity.
Compare to firmness and weather data from GS3™ ball and DEACON.
Make data-driven decisions on plant health, playability, and optimal hole locations.
Soil moisture estimates from typical sensors are affected by salinity and temperature, limiting their accuracy. The CDX technology, based on complex dielectric measurement, is immune to salinity effects and temperature. The result is a highly accurate estimate of water content.
USGA Moisture Meter gives the water content percentage needed to manage and maximize plant health and playability for your course.
USGA Moisture Meter measures the soil temperature, identifying periods when the surface is most sensitive and vulnerable, allowing for proper management of course care.
High concentrations of soluble salts limit the ability of grasses to take in water from the root system. Measuring salinity levels helps avoid poor water quality and ensures optimal conditions for plant growth.
Start your data collection journey today. With the USGA Moisture Meter and DEACON®, you can easily collect and log key performance metrics and maintenance practices, giving you the ability to make data-informed decisions. If you need any help, please reach out at greensection@usga.org.
PLEASE NOTE: Order today for priority shipment. Delivery expected in Spring 2025.
These products and services are eligible for purchase by golf course owners, operators, architects, and major professional golf tours.
USGA Moisture Meter Model: CDX
2x wall mounts
Wall mount hardware
Power adapter and cable
1.5” or 3” tines
Lightning adapter for iPhone 14 and older
USGA Support
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Conducting high-quality soil analysis with prompt results has long been a challenge in the industry. Therefore, when USGA approached us with their vision to develop a device that would address both of these issues, we were excited to collaborate! Together, we aim to enhance the golfing experience, ensuring high performance greens and a healthy course for all.
Founded by a soil physicist, METER understands accurately measuring and monitoring soil characteristics requires research-grade instruments built for the task. As such, METER scientists develop sensors and data collection tools with their users’ projects in mind. Instruments must be easy-to-install and automate data collection to reduce human error. A ruggedized design is also essential, as it ensures reliability over years of operation.
Now, in collaboration with the USGA Green Section, METER Group has provided its proprietary CDX technology to develop the new USGA Moisture Meter. This revolutionary tool will not only allow superintendents the opportunity to take accurate, and instant, soil moisture readings throughout their course but also collect and store historical data the DEACON management system.