Training on Remote Sensing Applications in Agriculture

Module 1: Introduction to Remote Sensing in Agriculture

• Overview of remote sensing technology and its applications in agriculture.
• Key concepts: electromagnetic spectrum, spatial resolution, spectral bands.

Module 2: Remote Sensing Platforms and Sensors

• Types of remote sensing platforms: satellites, UAVs, and airborne systems.
• Overview of different sensors used in agriculture: multispectral, hyperspectral, thermal.

Module 3: Crop Monitoring and Management

• Techniques for monitoring crop growth and development using remote sensing.
• Identifying crop stress, diseases, and pest infestations from remote sensing data.

Module 4: Soil Moisture and Irrigation Management

• Assessing soil moisture levels using remote sensing.
• Application of remote sensing in optimizing irrigation practices.

Module 5: Vegetation Indices and Their Applications

• Calculation and interpretation of vegetation indices (NDVI, EVI).
• Using vegetation indices for yield prediction and crop health assessment.

Module 6: Precision Agriculture and Variable Rate Technology (VRT)

• Integrating remote sensing with precision agriculture practices.
• Implementing VRT based on remote sensing data for site-specific crop management.

Module 7: Mapping and Monitoring Crop Water Use

• Estimating evapotranspiration using remote sensing.
• Monitoring crop water use efficiency and drought assessment.

Module 8: Use of Drones in Agricultural Remote Sensing

• Advantages and challenges of using UAVs in agriculture.
• Practical applications of drone-based remote sensing for crop scouting and mapping.

Module 9: Satellite Remote Sensing for Agricultural Policy and Decision Making

• Role of satellite imagery in supporting agricultural policy and planning.
• Case studies on the use of remote sensing in agricultural decision-making.

Module 10: Case Studies and Future Trends in Agricultural Remote Sensing

• Real-world examples of successful remote sensing applications in agriculture.
• Exploration of emerging technologies and future trends in the field.