How can remote sensing make agriculture more sustainable?
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Geosciences Instrumentation and Data Systems (GI)
Language
English
Age group
16-18
Type of activities
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The article and activity sheet are available through the following link: https://futurumcareers.com/how-can-remote-sensing-make-agriculture-more-sustainable
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Description
Agriculture is essential for feeding the world’s population. However, the land clearance, chemicals and intensive working of the soil that come with it can all cause significant damage to the environment.
To make agriculture more sustainable, Dr Angela Kross from Concordia University in Canada, is investigating how remote sensing technologies can be used to monitor the environmental impacts of agriculture.
This brochure introduces Angela's work and includes an activity sheet that challenges students to explore how light interacts with objects.