Raleigh,
NC,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The chemical and physical characteristics of soil can differ significantly across locations, often varying substantially even within a single field. Technologies like GPS (Global Positioning System) and GIS (Geographic Information Systems), which handle spatial data storage and analysis, enable improved decision-making in farming, land management, and environmental conservation.
Precision farming employs GPS, GIS, yield monitoring systems, and variable rate application (VRT) to tailor input distribution across field sections. Urban planners and developers utilize GPS and GIS to evaluate soil variations, influencing decisions on residential placement, septic system installation, and safeguarding water resources and wetland areas.