Study of Vineyards Using Satellites and Drones: A New Method by Armenian Scientists

The professional online media outlet Stemnews.am, within the framework of the "Science Centers of Armenia" project, had a conversation with Shushanik Asmaryan, head of the GIS and Remote Sensing Department at the Center for Ecological-Noosphere Studies of the National Academy of Sciences.

The department recently published an article on the prestigious international scientific platform Springer Nature Link, presenting innovative approaches in agriculture. The research examined how multisensor images from satellites and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) can revolutionize vineyard monitoring, allowing precise assessment of the spatiotemporal dynamics of vineyard conditions and chlorophyll content in leaves.

 

During the cоnversation, Shushanik Asmaryan presented in detail the main purpose and relevance of the research, explaining why Armenian scientists chose vineyards in particular as the object of study, which have strategic importance for Armenia's agriculture and economy.

 

Speaking about the advanced technologies used during the research, Shushanik Asmaryan emphasized their importance and practical significance. She also addressed how these innovative methods can contribute to the development of sustainable agriculture, early detection of pests, and increased productivity while conserving water and other resources.

 

You can learn more about these and other interesting topics, as well as the practical application possibilities of the research results, in the full interview.

 

The conversation was conducted by Lusine Hakobyan.