NASA is taking agriculture out of this world!
They are teaming up with farmers to use satellite imagery and precision ag data to help support crop management. Specifically, they will be collecting soil moisture, weather, and biomass data for producers.
NASA’s Earth Sciences Director says she hopes the research can improve efficiency and increase crop production.
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