LiveSenMap EIC Transition Funded by European Innovation Council - EIC Transition

Project Description

Plants need more than just light and water — they also rely on essential nutrients for healthy growth. In modern agriculture, targeted fertilization plays a vital role in achieving high yields while supporting environmentally sustainable practices.

However, traditional fertilizer use is inefficient: it accounts for up to 5% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and excessive application often causes nitrate losses in the soil.

Our research project aims to optimize fertilization by precisely determining how much of each nutrient crops need at every growth stage. By combining accurate field measurements with advanced remote sensing technologies, we are developing methods to apply fertilizers with maximum precision — making the process faster, easier, and far more efficient.

We focus on time-series classification and forecasting to rapidly identify correct measurements and predict final outcomes. We aim to reduce measurement time to and automatically determines whether a new measurement is required.

We are also developing a prototype mobile application that delivers real-time, data-driven fertilization recommendations, empowering farmers to make informed decisions and apply nutrients with confidence and precision.