Agriculture

Space for agriculture

Space technologies are transforming modern agriculture through Earth observation satellites and thermal imaging that monitor crop health, water management, and environmental impact. Satellites capture thermal infrared imagery from space, detecting precise temperature differences on plant leaves to provide information about plant health, water needs, and root development. This data, processed through artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, becomes actionable insights that help farmers optimize irrigation, predict yields in advance, and adapt to climate change. The technology monitors diverse crops across numerous countries, offering objective, accurate measurements even in difficult-to-monitor areas.

Environmental and economic benefits

Satellite imagery delivers significant environmental and economic benefits. Farmers can substantially increase production while decreasing water usage, and optimized irrigation practices dramatically reduce methane emissions from rice farming. Governments and water authorities use satellite data for evidence-based policymaking, managing water resources at regional and national scales, monitoring drought, protecting biodiversity, and tracking soil degradation.

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