Publications by authors named "Pedro Luiz Oliveira de Almeida Machado"
Evapotranspiration measurements in pasture, crops, and native Brazilian Cerrado based on UAV-borne multispectral sensor.
Gabriella Santos Arruda de Lima Manuel Eduardo Ferreira Jepherson Correia Sales Joelson de Souza Passos Selma Regina Maggiotto Pedro Luiz Oliveira de Almeida Machado
Environ Monit Assess
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Agriculture in Brazil, particularly in the drought-prone Cerrado biome, heavily relies on freshwater, prompting research on evapotranspiration (ET) in various crops and soil types.
- The study utilized multispectral UAV images, Sentinel satellite data, and weather information to estimate ET using the SAFER method, yielding strong correlations with tower data and highlighting the effectiveness of UAVs in tracking water dynamics during crop development.
- Findings emphasize the need for integrated agricultural practices to enhance water resource management and sustainable cultivation while preserving the Cerrado ecosystem.