Asia adopts satellite monitoring for sustainable agriculture.
Japan is the leader in the application of satellite technology for agriculture in the region. An example is the research project “Space Cattle” conducted by Hokkaido University and Keio University on a farm in Shiraoi, Hokkaido Prefecture. There, satellite data is actively used to monitor the condition of animals, track their movements, optimize grazing and reduce losses. The satellite system analyzes the physical activity of cows using sensors and also monitors the condition of pastures. It is planned that the system will soon have a mobile application, and it will be possible to manage the herd using a smartphone. Thus, space monitoring reduces the burden on farmers and makes livestock farming attractive to young people. In addition, satellite technology is already being used to forecast rice yields, determine the amount and zones of fertilizer application.
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South Korea is also actively implementing satellite technologies. The launch of a specialized agricultural satellite is planned for 2026. This initiative of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA) is aimed at combating climate threats. In addition, the satellite will monitor crops, assess damage from natural disasters and forecast yields. A 24-hour emergency response system based on remote sensing data has already been implemented. The main focus is on rice field hydrography and the management of nutrient additives to strengthen food security.
India is also betting on integrating satellite solutions with ground-based technologies to improve farmers’ productivity. For example, a joint initiative by agricultural giant MRC Agrotech and IT company Vizexec Transformation includes the launch of a pilot project in the state of Uttar Pradesh involving 5,000 farms. Crop monitoring systems based on satellite data will be used. They analyze crop conditions in real time, calculate fertilizer rates, and forecast yields. The main goal of the project is to create affordable solutions for small farms. Due to climate conditions, resource optimization is critical for them.
Harsh weather conditions have become a common challenge for many Asian countries. Satellite data is becoming the technological basis for adapting agriculture to climate change. Korea predicts increased precipitation and typhoons, India is fighting droughts, Japan is preparing to stop landslides with the help of satellite monitoring of deforestation. Based on orbital data, precision farming technologies help to increase the efficiency of water and fertilizer use.
However, the high cost of the technology limits access to it for small farmers. And dependence on imported satellite components creates risks for India and Korea. Nevertheless, Japan’s experience shows the effectiveness of integrating satellite technologies into agricultural production. And Korea’s focus on government support and options for technological partnership in India prove the possibility of different approaches.
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