Agricultural Remote Sensing Basics
John Nowatzki
Geospatial Technology Specialist NDSU Extension Service
Robert Andres
Professor UND Department of Space Studies
Karry Kyllo
Graduate Student UND Department of Space Studies
When farmers or ranchers observe their fields or pastures to assess their condition without physically touching them, it is a form of remote sensing. Observing the colors of leaves or the overall appearances of plants can determine the plant’s condition. Remotely sensed images taken from satellites and aircraft provide a means …