Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographical Information System (GIS) as A Powerful Tool for Agriculture Applications: Efficiency and Capability in Agricultural Crop Management
Nitin Liladhar Rane, Monica Giduturi, Saurabh P. Choudhary, Chaitanya B. Pande
Abstract
The agriculture industry has encountered<br> several challenges in recent years, including population<br> growth, resource scarcity, and climate change. In<br> response, new technologies have been developed to<br> enhance agricultural productivity, sustainability, and<br> efficiency. Among these technologies, RS and GIS have<br> gained significant attention due to their potential to<br> transform agriculture. RS involves using satellite<br> imagery to collect data on various agricultural<br> parameters such as crop health, moisture content, and<br> vegetation indices. GIS is a computer-based system that<br> allows for the integration and analysis of different<br> spatial data sources. The combination of RS and GIS<br> presents a potent tool for managing agricultural crops<br> by providing accurate and timely crop management<br> plans. The objective of this research paper is to<br> investigate the potential of remote sensing (RS) and<br> geographical information system (GIS) as effective tools<br> for managing agricultural crops. A thorough literature<br> review and case studies were conducted on various<br> crops, including wheat, maize, rice, and sugarcane. The<br> study findings illustrate the diverse advantages of<br> utilizing RS and GIS in agriculture, such as enhanced<br> crop yield estimation, monitoring, soil moisture<br> mapping, and damage assessment. The significance of<br> integrating RS and GIS in agriculture is emphasized, as<br> it can lead to sustainable and efficient crop management<br> practices. The research results highlight the need for the<br> agriculture industry, policymakers, and researchers to<br> utilize advanced technologies like RS and GIS to<br> improve crop management practices.<br>