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Editorial: Special Issue "Emerging Sensor Technology in Agriculture".
Carlos Poblete-Echeverría1, Sigfredo Fuentes2
1Department of Viticulture and Oenology, Faculty of AgriSciences, Stellenbosch University, Private Bag X1, Matieland 7602, South Africa.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 15, 2020
Summary
Sensor technology innovations drive digital tool adoption in agriculture, enabling precision farming through remote sensing and real-time monitoring for enhanced operations.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Technology
- Sensor Innovation
- Digital Agriculture
Background:
- Advancements in sensor technology are crucial for integrating digital tools into modern farming.
- Precision farming practices rely heavily on sensor-based data acquisition for optimized resource management.
Discussion:
- Sensor innovations facilitate the implementation of remote sensing, real-time monitoring, and automated operations.
- These technologies enhance efficiency and sustainability in agricultural production.
Key Insights:
- Sensor technology acts as a catalyst for digital transformation in agriculture.
- The integration of sensor data supports data-driven decision-making in precision farming.
Outlook:
- Continued research in sensor technology will further unlock the potential of digital agriculture.
- Future innovations promise more sophisticated precision farming applications.
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