Use case 2
Torre Guaceto, Southern Adriatic coast, Italy

Challenges Addressed
- Risk of soil salinisation due to saline groundwater used for irrigation.
- Progressive seawater intrusion into the underground water table.
- Overexploitation of groundwater and climate change impacts on water resources.
- Ensuring sustainable agriculture and environmental protection in the natural reserve.
UNIVERSWATER Solution
- Combine earth observation, proximal soil sensing, and in-situ sensors to monitor and manage irrigation water salinisation effects on crops.
- Earth observation techniques for timely crop response assessment.
- Soil salinity mapping using electromagnetic induction devices.
Soil and water quality measurements integrated into a Decision Support System for optimal use of saline groundwater and reclaimed water.
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