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Soil salinization risk mapping with remote sensing

Posted on 19.01.2023 | Last Modified 19.01.2023
Lead Researcher (PI): Angela Bedard-Haughn
Institution: University of Saskatchewan
Total WGRF Funding: $66,421
Co-Funders: Agriculture Development Fund, Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission
Start Date: 2022
Project Length: 2 Years
Objectives:

Develop soil salinity and sodicity prediction tools using remote sensing data and machine-learning modelling techniques. Develop soil drainage predictive soil mapping tool. Develop a salinization risk assessment tool using remote sensing tools to support irrigation planning.