Advanced IoT Irrigation for Diverse Crops

I am seeking an experienced developer capable of creating an IoT based irrigation system to optimise water usage for crop yield. This smart system should monitor soil moisture, and control water flow based on real-time rain prediction data derived from a weather API.

Key Features:
- Soil Moisture Monitoring: Detect and report current soil moisture levels.
- Real-time Rain Forecast: Seamlessly integrate with a weather API to obtain live rain prediction data.
- Automated Water Flow Control: regulate irrigation based on the soil moisture content and rain prediction data.

This system should be adaptable and compatible with all types of crops (fruits, vegetables, grains).

Ideal Skills:
- IoT Development: You should have significant experience creating IoT solutions.
- API Integration: Experience with integrating third-party weather APIs.
- Agricultural Knowledge: Understand the basics of farming and irrigation, especially relating to different crop types.

In conclusion, I need a versatile precision irrigation system that can use real-time meteorological and soil moisture data to optimise water consumption, and increase crop yield across all crop types.