Signal Boosters for Agriculture and Farming in SA

Signal Boosters for Agriculture and Farming in SA

Living in a remote area or on a farm in South Africa means having limited cell phone signal. Dropped calls, unable to use the internet, and at best, having patchy service isn't quite what you wished for, right?

Let's not forget about emergencies, too. Being able to connect becomes the only thing that matters then.

On farms or remote areas, cellular coverage can be poor or you could have good reception outside but poor reception inside.

In your farmhouse or any farm building, phone reception can be optimised by using a cellular signal booster. 

The solution to poor cellular signal on farms - boost your poor signal with a cellular signal booster or amplifier.

Cell phone signal boosters for farms and remote areas takes existing weak signal, amplifies it up to 32X, and rebroadcasts the enhanced signal inside your farmhouse, cottage, or off-the-grid home. Read More: on How Signal Boosters Work.

Farm Signal Booster Features:

• Better 2G, 3G, and 4G coverage
• Reliable reception, and faster internet service.
• Works on all phones & cellular devices
• Works on all South African networks (Vodacom, MTN, Cell C and Telkom)
• Easy install, complete kit
• No monthly fees, once off purchase
• No need to connect to Wifi.
• 30 Day Better Signal or Money Back Guarantee

Why bother with a better signal on the farm?

Mobile devices have dramatically changed how digital technology is used in agriculture; enabling applications to be location-based and linked to real-time sensors, and enabling synchronisation of many devices.

Connectivity is the biggest limitation in the adoption of technology in agriculture. Farmers in South Africa face issues with slow internet connections and poor to non-existent cellular phone coverage.

There is a vast range of digital technologies already used in agriculture in South Africa including precision agriculture, tracking devices, remote management and monitoring and security IP cameras.

There has been a rapid uptake of mobile devices with apps for farm management and record keeping. While some of these devices and technologies have the capacity to operate offline and upload data when an internet connection becomes available, cloud technology has become the norm and it is becoming increasingly important that farmers have access to an internet connection while in the field.

ICT technologies offer agriculture remarkable opportunities for improving farm efficiency and information gathering including:

• Access to information. Google and YouTube are two of the most widely used information resources on the internet. Farmers need access to the internet to stay on top of the latest agriculture trends and information.

• Communication. Online communities and forums allow farmers to keep in touch, engage with advisers and farmer organisations. There are many farming groups on social media which allows the free exchange of information and ideas.

• Farm management and data collection apps for both Apple and Android users. Farming apps include those for tracking and managing livestock, managing water points and irrigation, engine and machinery monitoring and reporting, remote monitoring of sensors such as soil moisture probes, weed and disease identification and other IoT applications.

• Devices to increase safety and security by monitoring IP cameras.

Top 3 Signal Boosters we recommend for the South African Farmer:

Most Powerful Signal Booster for Agriculture - A1000

Top performer in areas with very weak signal or in larger buildings. Perfect for rural and farming areas that require large/powerful area coverage.

The Wilson Pro A1000 (50 Ohm) from Wilson Electronics is the most popular commercial cell phone signal booster we currently offer. It features automatic gain control with a self-optimizing design for easy installation & maintenance.

With up to +74 dB gain of power, it greatly enhances 4G LTE and 3G cell service for all your wireless cellular devices (smartphones, tablets, notebooks, hotspots, etc.) on any network in South Africa. 

Perfect for a commercial building up to 1000m² such as large multi-story buildings, industrial warehouses, schools, hospitals, hotels, underground parking areas, and other large office spaces. 

Most Popular Signal Booster Choice for Agriculture - A500

This unit is ideal for any average-sized farmhouse with a weak or patchy signal in remote locations. It boosts the signal for voice and data. The most popular solution to keep you connected.

With up to +70 dB gain of power, it greatly enhances 4G LTE and 3G cell service for all of your wireless cellular devices (smartphones, tablets, notebooks, hotspots, etc.) on all networks in South Africa. 

Best Versatile Option Suitable for Small Areas, Vehicles, Tractors and Farming Automation - AM-Pro 100

Our brand new dual solution for vehicles and small area coverage (up to 150sqm) will be launched in October!

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With up to +50 dB gain of power, it greatly enhances 4G LTE and 3G cell service for all your wireless cellular devices (smartphones, tablets, notebooks, hotspots, etc.) on any network in South Africa. 

This is the perfect model for people needing better signal on the road.

The weBoost Drive AM100-Pro reaches farther to AND from the cell tower for reliable reception, improved calls, and faster data.

It supports up to 4 phones or cellular devices with whole coverage inside a typical sedan, bakkie, SUV, or midsize car.

Also great for Caravans, trucks, and boats (inside cabin) for desktop-size coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How well do cell phone boosters work on farms and remote areas in South Africa?

Extremely well (Provided you have some Signal outside. Boosters can not boost signal if there is none).

Cell phone signal boosters were made for people in low-service areas where Vodacom, MTN, Cell C, and other networks didn't really extend their coverage to.

So instead of heading into town to find a (cellular) bar or going all “Lion King” on your phone by holding it in the sky, signal boosters reach to AND from the cell tower to deliver reliable reception.

2. How does it boost cell phone reception in remote areas?

A cell phone signal booster works by doing 3 main things:

• The Outside Antenna pulls in existing 3G & 4G LTE signal.
• The Amplifier boosts signal up to 32X.
• The Inside Antenna broadcasts the boosted signal inside your farmhouse, home or office.

It's important to note that a cell phone booster ENHANCES signal but does not create it. Think of it as healing the injured and not raising the dead.

Usually, if you can get some signal near your home but not inside, a cell phone booster will work for you.

Besides, we provide a 30 Day Better Signal or Money Back Guarantee, because we want people to be completely happy with their boosters.

3. I have a farm in the middle of nowhere, will this work for me?

The best farm cell phone signal boosters depend on a few factors.

• How far away you are from your nearest cell tower.
• The building material of the building you want cell signal in (i.e. if you have a metal farm building, you will have worse signal than if you have a wooden one).
• The strength of your outside signal

Again, if you have incredibly weak outside signal, you'll need to invest in a stronger booster to get any decent results.

As a general rule, you should buy the strongest booster possible if you live far away from a cell tower, but if you live pretty close to one, you can get away with a weaker booster.

4. Does a cell phone signal booster work for camping?

It depends what you mean by camping.

If you're talking about campgrounds, inside a building with electricity, then yes, a booster will improve signal.

If you're talking about being outside and not having access to a power outlet, then, no a booster will not work.

5. Does a cell phone booster work for mountains?

Yes sir.

If signal can reach the mountain or close enough to it, a cell phone booster will pull it in, unless you're on something like Kilomanjaro.

6. Will a cell phone booster work with my phone?

Yes, yes, and yes.

Whether it's an iPhone, Galaxy, Pixel, or any phone, if you've got a paid cellular service, then a signal booster will also improve reception to your phone.

7. What if I switch cellular service providers in the future?

Our signal boosters from Wilson Electronics (weBoost & WilsonPro) are multi-network solutions. This means they are also compatible with Vodacom, MTN, Cell C and Telkom.

How May We Help You?

Bolton Technical is the leading provider of cell phone signal boosters in South Africa. Cell phone boosters amplify 2G, 3G & 4G for any phone with any mobile network for your home, office, or vehicle.

We seriously hate dropped calls and poor coverage, so it's our goal in life to stomp on spotty signal:

• Free consultation (ask us anything) with our local customer support (email) or call us at 011 749 3085
• Free delivery to all main South African cities.
• Better signal or 30 money-back guaranteed. No questions asked.
• We want everyone to be satisfied, so we provide lifetime technical support and a 1-year warranty for all products.

Ask us anything and we'll be glad to help.