Will an international organization release a report estimating that space-based technologies have contributed to a 5% or greater increase in agricultural yields in any country before 2031?

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The advancement of space-based technologies has been postulated as a game-changing factor in multiple sectors, including agriculture. From GPS-guided tractors to the use of satellite imagery for crop monitoring, space tech has the potential to revolutionize agricultural practices. Several countries and private companies are exploring these technologies to tackle issues such as food security, climate change impacts, and efficient land use.

However, while the potential is immense, the question remains: how impactful are these technologies in real, quantifiable terms? Some claim these technologies are niche and do not yet contribute substantially to agricultural yields at a national scale. Others argue that we are on the brink of a space tech-led agricultural revolution that could help sustain the growing global population.

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The advancement of space-based technologies has been postulated as a game-changing factor in multiple sectors, including agriculture. From GPS-guided tractors to the use of satellite imagery for crop monitoring, space tech has the potential to...

Last updated: 2024-05-08
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