Background
Following the widespread adoption of the STA logger across conservation and forestry sectors, TerraLab is set to release its next-generation field tracker: the STA Explorer. Purpose-built for tree planting and weed spraying workflows, the new device builds on the Logger’s proven strengths—lightweight design, tool-mounted flexibility, and reliable GPS tracking—while introducing major upgrades tailored to planting operations. Beginning mid-2025, early-release units will be shipped to selected partners across Australia, New Zealand, North America, and South America. These early adopters will help validate performance across different planting systems ahead of a broader commercial launch later in the year.
STA Logger developments and features
The STA Explorer introduces onboard motion sensing to detect planting events automatically—no button pressing or manual logging required. A retry detection feature helps identify repeated attempts in the same hole, reducing false positives and improving data quality. Offline operation remains a key feature, ensuring seamless tracking in remote field conditions. A high-accuracy variant will also support post-processed GPS workflows using national base station networks, allowing for sub-metre or centimetre-level precision—ideal for precision forestry projects. Smaller, lighter, and even more ergonomic than its predecessor, the STA Explorer mounts securely to planting tools without modification, enabling quick setup and smooth handovers between teams or contractors. With global demand rising for traceable, high-quality planting data, the STA Explorer is poised to become the new standard in forestry field tracking.
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