New technology maps soil salinity to save crops in Spain.
Researchers in Murcia are using new technologies to assess soil salinity in Campo de Cartagena. By combining traditional methods with aerial videography and satellite observation, they aim to map soil salinization and its impact on crops. Initial results show a correlation between plant temperature and soil salinity, but more research is needed to predict soil salinity accurately. The study area, Campo de Cartagena, faces soil salinization due to the use of unconventional water sources for irrigation. By analyzing Landsat images and environmental variables, researchers identified areas with high salinity levels and suggested improvements for irrigation management.