- Partnership aims to address emissions, pest management, and crop yield challenges.
- Focus on monitoring emissions from Elders’ feedlot and improving viticulture yields.
- Combines space technology with agricultural expertise for enhanced environmental and operational outcomes.
SmartSat CRC and Elders have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to explore the use of satellite technology in agriculture.
This collaboration will focus on applying earth observation technologies to critical areas such as emissions monitoring, pest control, and crop yield improvement.
SmartSat and Elders Join Forces to Enhance Agricultural Practices through Satellite Innovations
The collaboration will specifically focus on emissions reporting from Elders’ Killara feedlot. This initiative is expected to contribute to better environmental management practices and promote sustainability in agricultural operations. The data collected will play a crucial role in enhancing environmental oversight.
Another significant aspect of the partnership involves using satellite data to combat pests and diseases affecting Australian grain cropping systems. By improving pest management practices, the collaboration aims to increase agricultural efficiency and productivity.
The partnership also targets the Australian viticulture industry, with a focus on boosting grape yields and quality. The innovative techniques developed from satellite data will benefit grape growers and winemakers, supporting increased productivity and improved product standards.
The SmartSat and Elders collaboration exemplifies the transformative potential of integrating satellite technology with agriculture. By addressing critical challenges such as emissions and pest management, the partnership aims to drive significant improvements in both environmental practices and agricultural productivity.
“Combining space-based data with on-the-ground expertise can enhance environmental monitoring and sustainable agricultural practices across Australia.”
