Discover Barn Owl Wireless for smart crop store management
16th June 2025
For over a decade, Martin Lishman’s Barn Owl Wireless system has helped farmers gain control of the crop storage process with intelligent monitoring and automatic fan control. Now, a major step forward has arrived.
Crop storage is one of the most critical but often overlooked aspects of farm management. Poor conditions in-store can lead to spoilage, reduced quality, and major financial losses.
Martin Lishman Ltd has officially launched the all-new Barn Owl Wireless Web App. The company explained that this is the most significant upgrade to the system since its original launch in 2010.
Built from the ground up with the latest web technologies, the app delivers faster performance, a more intuitive user experience, and a host of powerful new features that respond directly to farmer feedback.
Whether you manage a small on-farm store or a large commercial facility, use flat stores or silos, the new web app offers a smarter, more accessible way to monitor and control your crop storage from anywhere, the Martin Lishman team said.
Why Barn Owl Wireless matters?
Barn Owl Wireless is a wireless crop monitoring and fan control system designed to help farmers maintain optimum storage conditions for grain and other crops.
It uses a network of wireless sensors to monitor temperature, humidity, and CO₂ inside the store and then automatically controls conditioning systems based on real-time conditions.
This smart approach helps to:
- Prevent spoilage and maintain crop quality
- Reduce energy consumption by only running fans when conditions are right
- Simplify record-keeping and compliance for assurance schemes
- With a modular design, the system can be tailored to suit stores of all sizes and types. It has been widely adopted across the UK and internationally and has received recognition from the farming industry for its innovation and real-world results.
Complete redesign for the future
The new Barn Owl Wireless Web App has been completely rebuilt using modern web technologies. It replaces the previous interface with a fully responsive, browser-based platform that works seamlessly on desktops, tablets, and smartphones, the manufacturer confirmed.
There is no need to install an app or worry about compatibility with different devices. Users simply log in through their browser to view real-time store data, adjust fan settings, and access historical reports.
Joel Capper, managing director at Martin Lishman Ltd, explained: “Over the years, we’ve listened to what our users want. This new web app is built around those conversations. It’s faster, more user-friendly, and sets the stage for future innovation.
Exciting new features
The new Barn Owl Wireless Web App introduces over 40 enhancements designed to improve both the day-to-day user experience and the long-term management of crop stores.
While not all changes are immediately visible, many are working quietly in the background or have been subtly integrated into the interface to make the system faster, smarter, and easier to use.
Here are five key improvements that stand out:
1. Custom alerts
Users can now set up email alerts based on their specific store setup. For example, they can receive an instant email notification if grain temperatures rise above a critical threshold. These alerts help store managers respond quickly to prevent spoilage and maintain grain quality.
2. Faster and clearer graphing tools
A redesigned graphing system allows users to view and compare data more easily. Graphs load faster and offer more detail, making it easier to monitor trends and demonstrate compliance.
3. Notes feature for team communication
A new Notes tool lets users log important changes or updates to the store. These notes are visible to all users on a site, helping to coordinate teams and maintain accurate records of what has happened and when.
4. Simplified fan control interface
A cleaner, more logical control page makes it easier to manage conditioning fan settings. Whether you are using fully automatic control or making manual adjustments, the system now provides a clearer overview of current fan status.
5. Built for what’s next
One of the most valuable aspects of the new Barn Owl Wireless Web App is its future-ready architecture. By completely rebuilding the platform using modern web technologies, Martin Lishman has laid the foundation for continuous innovation and seamless updates.
With energy costs under pressure and store compliance becoming more important, the system offers a reliable way to reduce waste, lower running costs, and maintain quality standards.
Timing that works in your favour
This major update could not come at a better time. The system is eligible for support through the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund, offering up to £1,927 off the retail price of a Barn Owl Wireless system.
In addition, Martin Lishman is offering a £200 early registration discount for those who sign up in advance.
With funding support and a brand-new platform, it’s the perfect time to upgrade your crop store management.
Read full details at barnowlwireless.com.
Barn Owl Wireless is the smarter, faster, and more flexible way to manage crop storage. The future of farm technology is here.
Read more farm tech news.
