Agrotechnology has reached new heights with the use of very high resolution imagery for satellite crop monitoring and planning. By defining the geolocation of crops, analyzing and mapping their growth cycles and their responsiveness to changes in management, growers can positively impact their yields and economic benefits, while reducing disease and infestation, contributing to the regional environmental sustainability. Crop management issues impacting growth and yields include:
- Climate
- Topography
- Moisture
- Soil conditions
- Fertilizer
- Pruning
- Co-location