Sensing Technology and Computer Vision for Precision Agriculture and Smart Farming
A special issue of Sensors (ISSN 1424-8220). This special issue belongs to the section "Smart Agriculture".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 13
Special Issue Editor
Interests: machine visione; precision agriculture; instrumentation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The global demand for food security, resource efficiency, and environmental sustainability has driven rapid advancements in agricultural technology. Recent innovations in sensor technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming traditional agricultural practices into data-driven precision agriculture systems.
This Special Issue aims to explore the development, deployment, and application of advanced sensors and intelligent systems to enhance agricultural productivity, reduce environmental impact, and support sustainable farming practices. The integration of sensors with AI technologies has revolutionized how data is collected, processed, and utilized in precision agriculture. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the use of multispectral and hyperspectral imaging systems for crop health analysis, smart irrigation systems powered by real-time soil moisture sensors, and AI-based predictive analytics for optimizing planting schedules and resource allocation.
The Special Issue will focus on both fundamental research and applied studies, providing insights into the challenges of sensor deployment in harsh outdoor environments, energy-efficient sensor design, and integration with IoT platforms for seamless data acquisition and management. Additionally, we welcome case studies that demonstrate the real-world impact of sensor-based technologies in improving agricultural practices.
Researchers, developers, and industry professionals are invited to contribute innovative solutions and novel methodologies that enhance the role of sensors in modern agriculture, ensuring global food security and environmental sustainability.
Dr. Simone Pasinetti
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- precision agriculture
- AI in agriculture
- sensor technologies
- computer vision
- IoT-based monitoring
- remote sensing
- smart farming
- data analytics
- environmental monitoring
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