Victoria Drought Resilience Adoption & Innovation Hub’s Post

🌱 NDVI, which stands for "Normalized Difference Vegetation Index," is a standard measurement used in remote sensing to assess the health and density of vegetation in a given area. This index provides valuable information about crop health, making it a crucial tool for monitoring your agricultural plantations. 👉 With NDVI you can: Identify water stress: Detect areas with a lack of water to optimize irrigation. Monitor crop growth: Track the development of your plantations and make strategic decisions for higher yields. Map spatial variability of the field: Obtain a precise view of the different conditions within your land. The new Image Analysis Tool in DropControl provides a clear and detailed view of the condition of your crops using NDVI information. This facilitates informed decision-making to improve the yield and health of your plantations, thereby optimizing productivity and crop health.🌾 Interested in learning more? Join our NDVI webinar by clicking the link below. ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3VWZarc #wiseconn #wiseconnengineering #NDVI #crophealth #farming #agriculture #irrigationautomation

The hidden half of a sorghum plant 🔬🌾 DID YOU KNOW❓ 📐 Sorghum genotypes with narrow root angles perform better under drought-stressed environments and produce more grain yield. 🌾In mature sorghum plants, all roots are secondary adventitious roots, from which lateral roots emerge and extend in various directions into the soil. ⬇️ The root system of sorghum can reach up to 1.5 meters from the plant and is particularly dense in the top 90 centimeters of the soil. 🚜 Sorghum stands out as a highly drought-resistant crop, well-suited to a wide range of agroecological conditions and low-input farming practices. 🔎 Specific traits related to root system architecture can increase the drought adaptation potential consist of: - formation of fine roots with small diameters, - higher lateral root length density (especially at depths in soil with available water), - narrow root angles. Image: cross-section of the sorghum secondary adventitious root (credits: Stefan Sanow). #soil #agriculture #farming

This is how you can encourage farmers and communities to adopt Agroforestry systems and technologies. simple monetization with clear benefits. I hope such good initiatives can be introduced in Zambia and Africa at large. #Agroforestry #Sustainability

The solar storms in May 2024 negatively affected the Kharif crops in several ways: 1. Disrupted GPS Systems- Precision agriculture, which relies on GPS for planting and harvesting, faced significant disruptions. This led to inefficiencies and delays in field operations, potentially affecting crop yields. 2. Communication and Power Outages- Interference with communication networks and power grids impacted irrigation schedules and the operation of essential farming equipment. 3. Yield Reduction- The combination of these disruptions likely resulted in suboptimal planting and harvesting times, which can reduce overall crop productivity and quality. Farmers must enhance resilience and contingency planning to mitigate these impacts #cropscience #sustainablefarming #agroecology

🌾Improve crop management using cutting-edge technology! 🌾 We are excited to discuss how multispectral drone technology is transforming agriculture! Whether you plant maize or other crops, our comprehensive analysis techniques provide several benefits: 1. Early stress identification enables prompt interventions. 2. Accurate yield projections enable better planning. 3. Use precision fertilization and irrigation to maximize resource efficiency. 4. Comprehensive field monitoring to reduce labour costs. 5. Data-driven insights for better decision-making. In our recent maize case study, these benefits resulted in significant cost reductions and increased crop health. Are you interested in increasing the production of your farm? Contact us for innovative, cost-effective solutions that are suited to your specific needs! 📈🌱 Tel no: +254 724 993 017 / +254 735 931 370. Email: info@skymap-geo.com. Location: Roasters, Garden Estate, Thika Road. #Agriculture #Farming #DroneTechnology #CropManagement #PrecisionAgriculture #Maize #ndvi #multispectraldrone #skymapafrica #cropanalysis #SustainableFarming #Innovation #Cost-Saving #FarmManagement

Our summary of news headlines for October 19-25 across #agroforestry, #regenerativeagriculture, and #foodandagribusiness is below. 🥇 Our top headline for the week: The International Fresh Produce Association has created a definition for "regenerative agriculture" in order to foster greater discussion and action on this important topic. 🔦 Spotlight stories: 1) Civil Eats wonders, if #restaurants serve up #climate education, will diners pay attention? 2) The Guardian says that #NorthCarolina #farms face depleted, toxic #soil after historic #flooding from hurricane #Helene. 3) Forbes writes that regenerative #farming is a #business imperative for #multinationals. ➡ Access our full news report below and enter your email address to get future news and research notes delivered straight to your inbox. Or visit our full research library on our website, here: https://lnkd.in/gQf5s4VP 🗞 Full news for the week: https://lnkd.in/efRM75Zf

Crop selection plays a vital role in space utilization. Factors such as growth habits, light requirements, and vertical space requirements must be considered. Crops with compact growth habits and high yield potentials are preferred in vertical farming systems. Proper scheduling, including staggered planting, growth cycles, and crop rotation, ensures continuous production and maximizes space productivity. #hydroponic #verticalfarming #agriculture #cea #horticulture #crops #farms #uae #linkedin #environment #food #climatechange

Have you ever wondered what the "TM" stands for in our biostimulant products? TM stands for Terra Mend. Terra = Earth Mend = Repair At Best, we have a range of products designed to repair the interconnected relationship between the soil, microorganisms, and plants to create a healthy ecosystem. #bestfarmingsystems #TM #farming #agriculture

What you can’t measure, you can’t manage📉 GroGuru’s soil sensors track soil health and water capacity, improving efficiency and crop growth. Measure and manage for optimal results. #waterconservation #agtech #sustainability #agriculture #farming

Seismic Shifts in Taiwan’s Dajia River Challenge Farming Practices In a world where the dynamics of rivers can shift dramatically due to natural disasters and human intervention, a recent study sheds light on how these changes impact not just the landscape but also agricultural practices that rely on these waterways https://lnkd.in/ecF4y_V4