Remote Sensing Applications in Crop Management: Monitoring, Disease Detection, and Productivity Optimization
9781779563996
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Arcler Education Inc
Overview
Remote sensing has revolutionized crop management by providing innovative, data-driven approaches for monitoring crop health, detecting diseases, and optimizing productivity. This book delves into the cutting-edge techniques and tools that enhance modern agricultural practices. The chapters explore various aspects of remote sensing, from basic principles to advanced applications, including disease detection, pest management, and water productivity estimation. By utilizing satellite imagery, UAVs, and hyperspectral imaging, remote sensing offers precise and large-scale insights into crop conditions. This enables early detection of stress factors such as diseases and pest infestations, which can significantly reduce yield losses. Additionally, the integration of remote sensing with data analytics, such as machine learning algorithms, enhances decision-making by providing real-time, actionable information for precision agriculture. This book also highlights case studies, practical applications, and emerging trends in the field, making it a valuable resource for researchers, agronomists, and agricultural professionals. Ultimately, the book emphasizes the role of remote sensing in promoting sustainable farming practices, improving crop productivity, and ensuring food security in the face of global agricultural challenges.
Author Bio
Dr. Mukesh Laichattiwar, Ph.D., currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the College of Agriculture, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat. He earned his Ph.D. and M.Sc. (Agri.) in Agricultural Entomology from the Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, and his B.Sc. (Agri.) from the College of Agriculture, Ambajogai, affiliated with Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, Parbhani, Maharashtra.
Before joining Parul University, Dr. Laichattiwar served as an Assistant Professor at the College of Agriculture, Naigaon (Bz.), Nanded, Maharashtra, from 2018 to 2019. Dr. Laichattiwar has made significant contributions to the field of agricultural entomology, evidenced by his extensive publication record, which includes 20 research articles, 5 edited books, 10 book chapters/proceedings, 5 popular articles, and 15 abstracts.
A recognized contributor to the academic community, Dr. Laichattiwar has been honoured with several awards, including a UGC Fellowship for his Ph.D. research and a Best Poster Presentation award in 2014. Additionally, he qualified the ICAR-NET in 2013. He is also actively engaged in the academic community, having attended 15 national and international seminars. Dr. Laichattiwar is a life member of four professional societies, underscoring his commitment to advancing agricultural sciences.
