Earth Observation Services in the Context of Sustainable Development: Key Concepts, Examples and Opportunities

Event: Earth Observation Applications in Agriculture and Rural Development

Earth Observation Services in the Context of Sustainable Development: Key Concepts, Examples and Opportunities

25 July 2018

Earth observation through remote sensing can bring many advantages to agriculture and food production. Remote sensing is the science of acquiring information about a specific subject from a distance. It is a tool to study the environment. When its use is maximized, earth observation can help achieve global food security.

Geographical Focus:

Global

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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