Satellite tech to measure grass from space

Satellite tech to measure grass from space

The new AI-based technology estimates grass height to within an accuracy of just 1.5cm, from satellites nearly 700km above the ground. The technology will launch in Ireland later this year as part of Origin Digital’s ‘GrassMax’ service. Picture: Aspia Space

A 'world-first' technology breakthrough will allow Irish farmers to use satellites to measure grass growth.

The technology will launch commercially in Ireland later this year on the back of a partnership between technology companies Origin Digital and Aspia Space as part of Origin Digital’s ‘GrassMax’ service.

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