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RP unveils smart agriculture lighting system at research and innovation showcase

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29 May 2026

Researchers from RP AGRI Centre and School of Applied Science co-developed an Integrated Smart Urban Agriculture Monitoring and Lighting Control System with Arianetech, combining real-time sensing and automated lighting control to support data-driven urban farming.

Agriculture Research and Innovation Showcase (ARIS) 2026

RP unveiled its latest agri-tech innovation at the Agriculture Research and Innovation Showcase (ARIS) 2026, presenting the Integrated Smart Urban Agriculture Monitoring and Lighting Control System, co-developed with Singapore-based agritech company Arianetech.

The system was developed by researchers from RP AGRI Centre and the School of Applied Science, led by Wang Wenwei, Deputy Manager of the AGRI Centre. Designed for urban farms, it combines real-time sensing, monitoring and automated control to adjust lighting based on ambient data and plant growth stages. This helps farmers make better, data-driven decisions while maintaining consistent growing conditions across changing weather.

"RP's innovative approach to smart agriculture lighting has transformed our farming capabilities," said Edwin Ong, CEO and Director of Arianetech. "The AI-powered system not only reduces our energy costs but also ensures optimal growing conditions year-round, giving us a competitive edge in sustainable urban farming."

Arianetech has since adopted the solution for further testing and commercialisation, demonstrating how applied research can deliver real-world industry impact.

Through initiatives like the ARIS, RP continues to build collaboration across the agrifood ecosystem, pushing innovation towards smarter, more resilient and more sustainable food production systems.

Interested in agriculture research and innovation opportunities? Learn more about collaborating with RP on sustainable agri-food solutions.

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