Use of Geoinformatics for Agricultural Sector in the State of Andhra Pradesh

摘要

Agriculture is the backbone of Indian economy and plays a vital role in ensuring the food security. The near real time availability of inforrnation on the dynamic parameters like - extent of crop sown, their condition, seasonal crop prospects influences the major policy decisions. The information on soils - their potentials and limitations like degradation problems enables the planners to use the resources optimally. The application of remote sensing and GIS to these areas is discussed in this article.