Tunisia set to launch use of drones in agriculture pilot project
Tunisia is set to launch the pilot of a project aimed at using drones in agriculture. This is will take place on Thursday [26/07/2018] at a ceremony in Tunis.
The project’s aim is to introduce the usage of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in the Sidi Bouzid region.
The key areas that the pilot will focus on is how drones can be used in preparation, supervision and evaluation processes. It is anticipated that the introduction of drones in agriculture will enable or speed up the execution of certain activities.
The introduction of drones in project management will enable data collection, including monitoring of agricultural production, biodiversity, effects of climate change and management of natural resources.”
"The introduction of drones in project management will enable data collection, including monitoring of agricultural production, biodiversity, effects of climate change and management of natural resources.”
According to the press release, “more than 30 young Tunisians will benefit from the training course”. This will be “through technology transfer related to the use and maintenance of drones.”
Above all, the African Development Bank is looking at an increase in efficiency and effectiveness in operations.
Read the full article via Digest Africa.
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