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Direct Satellite to Mobile Phone Connectivity
Farmer's Friend
Out Of Coverage Lone Worker Safety Two-Way Messaging Solution.
AVAILABLE NOW!
Like an Emergency Beacon But With Two-Way Messaging Capabilities!
Managing lone-workers in out of coverage areas can be a real headache. Our Farmer's Friend solution helps lone workers always stay connected no matter the cellular coverage! It sends and receives messages via Satellite anywhere out on farm. With this smart device you and your staff can:
- Send two-way messages via satellite, so you can communicate anywhere, even in out of coverage areas.
- Set up check-ins for your staff.
- Automated breadcrumb tracking to monitor lone workers.
- 24/7 emergency response button with geo-coordinates.
- It integrates with farm or agribusiness management apps.
Lone Worker Safety
Australia Farm Safety Stats
of work place deaths occur in Agriculture.
In the period of 2020-21, the agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors reported a total of 4,159 serious injury claims. This figure represented the highest frequency rate across all industry sectors.
In 2021 agriculture, forestry and fishing had the highest fatality rate across all industry sectors.
in Australia has poor or nonexistent mobile coverage.
the average cost of fatality on farm in 2019.
Why Choose Farmer's Friend?
Stay Connected Anywhere, Anytime
No more communication black spots or uncontactable areas across your farm. Farmer's Friend ensures seamless two-way satellite messaging, allowing you to communicate with staff, loved ones and emergency services even in the most remote locations.
Global Satellite Coverage
Whether out in your paddocks, machinery, livestock, or fixing fences —Farmer's Friend ensures 100% global satellite coverage. Send and receive SMS text messages, share your GPS location, and access weather reports wherever you are.
Monitor Lone Workers
Farmer's Friend enables breadcrumb tracking so you can easily monitor your lone workers in areas with no coverage.
Check-ins
Farmer's Friend enables your staff and lone workers to send quick and fast check-ins no matter where they are.
Helical Antenna
Farmer's Friend uses a helical antenna, allowing it to be oriented in any direction without any signal loss. This is a significant advantage over other devices that use a patch antenna, a patch antenna requires the device to be laid flat for the best reception.
Team Coordination
Keep your farming crew connected with farmer’s friend, the first satellite messenger offering off-grid group messaging and location sharing for up to 12 people. Monitor your team, coordinate tasks, and ensure everyone's safety with ease.
Choose where to direct non injury emergency alerts.
Sometimes lone workers face emergencies that don't require Global Rescue, such as a bogged side-by-side, or tyre puncture. Farmer's Friend has the unique ability to allow you to choose where to direct those emergency alerts, such as to within the team or office, rather than Global Rescue.
Mitigate company liability
A well-connected team ensures swift and efficient communication, reducing the likelihood of errors, delays, accidents, or injuries that might lead to potential liability challenges. With worker connectivity, employees can promptly address emerging issues, share critical information, and mitigate serious accidents, injury, and harm.
Emergency Services at the push of a button
In the unpredictable world of farming, emergencies can arise anytime. With Farmer's Friend, you have year-round 24/7 SOS monitoring provided by Global Rescue. The dedicated SOS button sends GPS coordinates to emergency services promptly, ensuring swift search and rescue.
Offline Maps
Download detailed offline maps with the farmer’s friend app to help new staff navigate your farm with confidence, even without cellular service.
Farmer's Friend isn't just a gadget; it's a lifeline ensuring that every member of your team feels secure, no matter where their jobs take them.
What Sets Farmer's Friend Apart?
Unparalleled Connectivity
Farmer's Friend ensures you and your staff are always in touch, no matter the terrain.
Advanced Group Coordination
It's a revolutionary tool for team coordination in off-grid environments, setting Farmer's Friend apart from the rest.
Swift Emergency Response
With year round 24/7 SOS monitoring by Global Rescue, Farmer's Friend takes emergency response to a new level, providing peace of mind in critical situations.
Credit roll-over
Credits Roll-over and accumulate each month.
Improved Lone Worker Safety
Farmer's Friend provides a communication link, so your staff have increase safety and support when working alone.
Farmer's Friend Annual Plan Details
Basic Annual
Minimum cost over 12 months is $359.88
| Monthly Plan | $29.99 |
|---|---|
| Monthly Included Credits | 20 |
| GroupTrackTM | N/A |
| Enterprise Tracking | N/A |
| Dedicated Phone Number | Included |
| Global Rescue Emergency SOS Alert | Included |
| Hardware | $549.00 |
| Activation Fee | $49.50 |
| Credit Info and breakdown | How do the credits work? |
| Cost per Message Sent | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Message Received | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Check-in | Free |
| Cost per Custom Preset Message | Free |
| Cost per Satellite Message Checks | 1 Credit per 5 Requests |
| Cost per Basic Weather Report | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Premium Weather Report | 1 Credit |
| Two (2) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 12 minutes |
| Five (5) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 30 minutes |
| Ten (10) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 1 hour |
| Thirty (30) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 3 hours |
| Sixty (60) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 6 hours |
Plus Annual
Minimum cost over 12 months is $479.88
| Monthly Plan | $39.99 |
|---|---|
| Monthly Included Credits | 80 |
| GroupTrackTM | N/A |
| Enterprise Tracking | N/A |
| Dedicated Phone Number | Included |
| Global Rescue Emergency SOS Alert | Included |
| Hardware | $549.00 |
| Activation Fee | $49.50 |
| Credit Breakdown | How does the credits work? |
| Cost per Message Sent | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Message Received | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Check-in | Free |
| Cost per Custom Preset Message | Free |
| Cost per Satellite Message Checks | 1 Credit per 5 Requests |
| Cost per Basic Weather Report | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Premium Weather Report | 1 Credit |
| Two (2) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 12 minutes |
| Five (5) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 30 minutes |
| Ten (10) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 1 hour |
| Thirty (30) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 3 hours |
| Sixty (60) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 6 hours |
Unlimited Annual
Minimum cost over 12 months is $959.88
| Monthly Plan | $79.99 |
|---|---|
| Monthly Included Credits | Unlimited |
| GroupTrackTM | Included |
| Enterprise Tracking | N/A |
| Dedicated Phone Number | Included |
| Global Rescue Emergency SOS Alert | Included |
| Hardware | $549.00 |
| Activation Fee | $49.50 |
| Credit Breakdown | How does the credits work? |
| Cost per Message Sent | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Message Received | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Check-in | Free |
| Cost per Custom Preset Message | Free |
| Cost per Satellite Message Checks | 1 Credit per 5 Requests |
| Cost per Basic Weather Report | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Premium Weather Report | 1 Credit |
| Two (2) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 12 minutes |
| Five (5) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 30 minutes |
| Ten (10) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 1 hour |
| Thirty (30) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 3 hours |
| Sixty (60) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 6 hours |
Enterprise Annual
Minimum cost over 12 months is $1,139.88
| Monthly Plan | $94.99 |
|---|---|
| Monthly Included Credits | Unlimited |
| GroupTrackTM | Included |
| Enterprise Tracking | Included |
| Dedicated Phone Number | Included |
| Global Rescue Emergency SOS Alert | Included |
| Hardware | $549.00 |
| Activation Fee | $49.50 |
| Credit Breakdown | How does the credits work? |
| Cost per Message Sent | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Message Received | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Check-in | Free |
| Cost per Custom Preset Message | Free |
| Cost per Satellite Message Checks | 1 Credit per 5 Requests |
| Cost per Basic Weather Report | 1 Credit |
| Cost per Premium Weather Report | 1 Credit |
| Two (2) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 12 minutes |
| Five (5) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 30 minutes |
| Ten (10) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 1 hour |
| Thirty (30) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 3 hours |
| Sixty (60) Minute Tracking Intervals | 1 Credit per 6 hours |
Order Your Farmer's Friend Today
Choose Farmer's Friend for unparalleled lone worker safety connectivity, advanced group coordination, and swift emergency assistance.
Self on-farm connectivity assessment
Curious about the connectivity on your farm? Our Connectivity Assessment helps you to determine your farm's connectivity level and explore personalised solutions that fit your farm’s unique needs.
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