{"title":"MANTI-S Handheld NDVI Sensors | Turf \u0026 Crop Health Monitoring","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003eMANTI-S handheld NDVI sensors measure plant health and turf vigour in seconds, helping optimise fertiliser and crop management decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eDesigned and manufactured in Britain, they offer a modern alternative to the Greenseeker handheld crop sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eLite and Pro versions\u003c\/strong\u003e for different field use requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eMANTI-S Lite:\u003c\/strong\u003e lightweight and accessible\u003cbr data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003eMANTI-S Pro:\u003c\/strong\u003e enhanced durability and premium finish\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"manti-s-lite-handheld-ndvi-sensor-for-turf-crop-health","title":"MANTI-S Lite Handheld NDVI Sensor for Turf \u0026 Crop Health | Made in Britain","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"832\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMANTI-S is an affordable handheld NDVI sensor designed to measure plant health and turf vigour instantly. Developed and manufactured in Britain, it provides a modern alternative to the Trimble Greenseeker for sports turf managers, agronomists and researchers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eInstant plant health insights to guide fertiliser and turf management decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eMeasure NDVI (plant vigour) in seconds and optimise nitrogen applications across turfgrass, sports fields, and crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInstant \u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eNDVI plant health measurement\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eDetect turf stress \u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003ebefore it becomes visible\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eOptimise nitrogen fertiliser programmes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eRechargeable via USB-C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eLightweight handheld device with LCD display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eWorks with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003eOSCAR platform for geotagged logging\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild \u0026amp; Enclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eMANTI-S Lite\u003c\/strong\u003e features a high-quality \u003cstrong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e3D-printed engineering polymer enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to provide a lightweight and affordable NDVI sensing solution while maintaining robustness for regular field use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFor users requiring \u003cstrong data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eenhanced durability and a premium finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eMANTI-S Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003emachined metal and reinforced polymer enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed for intensive professional field operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e→ Explore the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/e-nano.shop\/products\/manti-s-pro-handheld-ndvi-sensor-for-turf-crop-health-made-in-britain\" title=\"https:\/\/e-nano.shop\/collections\/manti-s-handheld-ndvi-sensor\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eMANTI-S Pro handheld NDVI sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Modern Alternative to the Greenseeker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003eThe Trimble Greenseeker handheld crop sensor has long been used to measure plant health and NDVI values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003eHowever, many users are now looking for a modern replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003eMANTI-S was developed as a new generation handheld NDVI device and validated against Greenseeker measurements in turfgrass trials. Independent testing showed near-identical NDVI distributions on healthy turf surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003eThis makes it a practical alternative for NDVI-based turf and crop monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIndependent Validation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3240\"\u003eIndependent validation with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3108\"\u003eSTRI Group \u003c\/strong\u003eturf trials shows that the MANTI-S produces NDVI measurements consistent with Greenseeker across healthy turf conditions, with negligible bias.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3242\" data-end=\"3389\"\u003eIn disease-affected turf conditions, MANTI-S tends to report slightly lower NDVI values, providing a more conservative indication of canopy stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3472\"\u003eThis makes it particularly useful for early detection of turf disease and stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3472\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eManage Turf \u0026amp; Crops with Objective Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003eNDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index) measures plant vigour by analysing how vegetation reflects \u003cstrong data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003ered and near-infrared light\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHealthy plants absorb red light and reflect near-infrared light. 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maps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5374\" data-end=\"5441\"\u003eLogging can be done directly from the field via WhatsApp interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5443\" data-end=\"5472\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e(OSCAR subscription required)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"5443\" data-end=\"5472\"\u003eDesigned and Manufactured in Britain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5616\" data-end=\"5685\"\u003eMANTI-S sensors are designed and assembled in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"5666\" data-end=\"5684\"\u003eUnited Kingdom\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5687\" data-end=\"5723\"\u003eBy manufacturing locally, we ensure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5687\" data-end=\"5723\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ereliable supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5687\" data-end=\"5723\"\u003ehigh-quality electronics and optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5687\" data-end=\"5723\"\u003erapid product improvements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5687\" data-end=\"5723\"\u003edirect support from the development team\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFor professional turf managers and agronomists, this means dependable equipment built for real field conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAffordable NDVI Monitoring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6083\" data-end=\"6134\"\u003eMost handheld NDVI sensors cost \u003cstrong data-start=\"6115\" data-end=\"6133\"\u003e£1,500 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6136\" data-end=\"6320\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMANTI-S delivers the essential functionality of professional NDVI sensors in a compact, accessible device designed for turf managers, agronomists and researchers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4721\" data-start=\"4700\"\u003eWhat’s 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data-section-id=\"1xxf4ds\" data-start=\"4119\" data-end=\"4126\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4128\" data-end=\"4301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4128\" data-end=\"4165\"\u003eWhat does an NDVI sensor measure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4165\" data-end=\"4168\"\u003eNDVI sensors measure the difference between red and near-infrared light reflected by vegetation to estimate plant health and biomass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4128\" data-end=\"4301\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4308\" data-end=\"4348\"\u003eCan NDVI help manage fertiliser use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4348\" data-end=\"4351\"\u003eYes. 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