First GNSS reflectometry experiment to retrieve soil moisture from low-cost stations
As part of the activities foreseen by the MAGDA project, GReD has introduced improvements to its proprietary Breva GNSS software. This development brings forth a first version of a
Precision irrigation on alluvial soils of the Lower Danube Floodplain
Water scarcity has become a frequent and widespread phenomenon. Intensification of water scarcity will have an economic impact on the main water-using sectors. The highest pressure
New collaboration to build climatic maps of vineyards
Since 2010, Cap 2020 has been offering agroclimatic services and developed the Hub metIS®, an integral part of the MAGDA project, for multi-scale climatic data measurement (rangin
MAGDA: Redefining Precision Forecasting with Cutting-Edge Technology
Explore the future of agricultural innovation with MAGDA. We strive to enhance weather forecasting by integrating real-time data to assist farmers in making informed decisions. Fro
Precision Forecasting: Enhancing Rain Forecasts for Piedmont’s Fruit Orchards
Piedmont, Italy, renowned for its rich agricultural heritage and diverse fruit production, heavily relies on the region’s intricate precipitation patterns. As climate change
Increasing irrigation demands prompt focus on water efficiency and sustainable practices
Climate change is anticipated to exacerbate irrigation water demands due to several interconnected factors. Rising temperatures lead to increased evaporation rates, intensifying wa
New video online: Meteomatics for Farming Resilience
In the framework of the MAGDA project, Meteomatics launched its Meteodrone system in Burgundy, France, remotely operated from Switzerland. The Meteodrone will fly daily, collecting
Improving irrigation water requirements by means of Earth observing satellites
In the Communication on water scarcity and droughts, adopted in July 2007, the Commission mentioned that water scarcity and drought are an increasingly frequent and widespread phen
Collecting weather data above the vineyards: Meteodrone System Launch in Burgundy, France
On March 5th, Meteomatics launched its Meteodrone system operations in Burgundy, France, specifically in the town of Chassagne-Montrachet. This system consists of a Meteodrone and
IOT & agricultural communication networks in MAGDA
Communication networks are ubiquitous. They allow data to be transmitted between two terminals and are especially crucial to get information from agricultural crops that are typica