Innovations in Soil Health Monitoring: Role of Advanced Sensor Technologies and Remote Sensing

Huere-Peña J.L.; Castrejon-Valdez M.; Castañeda-Campos C.; Leon-Gomez R.; Mateu-Mateo W.A.; Bautista-Gómez R.; Arostegui-León E.; Dueñas-Jurado C.; Ceenti-Chancha E.J.; Rojas-Felipe E.; Yaulilahua-Huacho R. · Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences (2024) · DOI: 10.18006/2024.12(5).653.667

Resumen

Soil health monitoring is essential for sustainable agricultural practices and effective environmental management. Recent sensor technologies and remote sensing innovations have transformed how we assess soil health, providing real-time and precise data that enhance decision-making processes. This review focuses on integrating advanced sensor technologies, like Internet of Things (IoT) devices, alongside remote sensing techniques, including drones and satellite imagery, in soil science. These technologies enable continuous monitoring of critical soil parameters, such as moisture levels and nutrient content, significantly improving the accuracy and efficiency of soil health evaluations. Additionally, remote sensing provides a comprehensive overview of soil conditions across large areas, allowing for the identification of spatial patterns and temporal changes that traditional methods may overlook. Various case studies from agricultural and environmental projects demonstrate the practical benefits and the challenges of implementing these innovations. The article also discusses future trends and potential obstacles, highlighting the need for further research and development to exploit these technologies' capabilities fully. Ultimately, advanced sensors and remote sensing promise to improve soil health monitoring, contributing to more sustainable and productive agricultural systems.

Instituciones: Universidad Nacional de Huancavelica; Universidad Nacional de San Cristóbal de Huamanga; Universidad Nacional José María Arguedas