articleFrontiers in AgronomyJan 7, 2026GOLD OA

Integrating UAVs, satellite remote sensing, and machine learning in precision agriculture: pathways to sustainable food production, resource efficiency, and scalable innovation

Yan'an University

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Abstract

Precision agriculture has emerged as a pivotal approach to achieving sustainable food production by integrating advanced technologies such as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), satellite remote sensing, and machine learning. This review examines the synergistic application of these technologies in enhancing agricultural efficiency, resource optimization, and environmental sustainability. UAVs enable high-resolution, real-time monitoring of crop health, soil conditions, and pest infestations, while satellite remote sensing provides scalable, large-scale agricultural data for comprehensive landscape analysis. Machine learning algorithms, particularly deep learning models like Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs)…

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  • Precision agriculture
  • Sustainable agriculture
  • Scalability
  • Resource (disambiguation)
  • Convolutional neural network
  • Cloud computing
  • Agricultural productivity
  • Downy mildew
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Zero hunger
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