Researchers at Rice University have developed a new method of using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to detect and monitor the biomass of rice fields. The team used an algorithm to analyze images captured by UAVs, which were then processed to estimate the biomass of the field. This method has the potential to revolutionize how farmers and agricultural researchers monitor crop health and productivity. The team found that UAV-based biomass estimates were highly accurate and could provide valuable data for monitoring crop health and growth. This technology could be used to improve crop yields and reduce the amount of time and resources needed to monitor crop health.

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source: Phys.org