Combining satellite data and Machine Learning techniques for irrigation Decision Support Systems

Satellite data and neural networks to estimate soil moisture and optimise irrigation.

Abstract

The paper applies machine learning techniques – artificial neural networks and fuzzy inference systems – to model the temporal behaviour of soil moisture from open-access meteorological and satellite data. The results feed into decision support systems for irrigation planning, with potential for global-scale application thanks to the worldwide coverage of the data used.

Authors

Loris Francesco Termite, Alberto Garinei, Andrea Marini, Marcello Marconi e Lorenzo Biondi.

Publication date: 24/10/2020 Last updated: 05/10/2026 17:45