ABSTRACT
Automated irrigation management refers to the mechanized scheduling of water delivery based on timing or sensor data. The decision to irrigate is formulated within an algorithm that is either calendar-based or uses inputs from in situ (soil water sensors) and/or remote sensing measurements (such as canopy temperature or reectance). In the case of moving sprinkler systems, data from geographical positioning sensors are necessary, whereas for drip irrigation systems, the data allow
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