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Optimizing Nitrogen Fertilization in Maize Using Satellite Data

Content Author: CONSULAI

Satellite images offers tools for improving nitrogen use efficiency and reduce environmental impact. By using satellite-derived vegetation indices, farmers can monitor crop vigor and detect nitrogen deficiencies, especially during key growth stages like V6-V8 and pre-tasseling. Combined with weather forecasts and soil data, satellite insights help farmers fine-tune timing and dosage. Instead of applying a uniform nitrogen dose across an entire field, satellite biomass maps can help identify zones with lower growth or chlorophyll content. These areas may require additional nitrogen, while well-performing zones may need less. This variable rate application (VRA) approach reduces input costs and minimizes leaching risks. For example, a farmer using satellite imagery notices a drop in NDVI in the northern part of a maize field during the vegetative stage. Ground truthing confirms nitrogen stress. The farmer then adjusts the fertilization plan, applying an extra 30 kg/ha of nitrogen only in the affected zone. This targeted action improves yield in that area without over-fertilizing the rest of the field.

Funded by the European Union and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union, European Commission or UKRI. Neither the European Union, European Commission nor UKRI can be held responsible for them.

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