Techniques in Utilizing Remote Sensor Technology for Precision Crop Production by Farmers as Climate Change Adaptation Strategy in Nigeria

Edward  Isiwu; Michael E.  Ikehi; Florence O.  Ifeanyieze

doi:10.4236/as.2014.514158

Florence O. Ifeanyieze, Michael E. Ikehi, Edward Isiwu

Abstract: This paper focuses on techniques in utilizing remote sensor technology for precision crop production by farmers as climate change adaptation strategy in Nigeria. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study and was carried out between August 2013 and May 2014. The findings of the study revealed that 32 items were needed by farmers in utilizing sensory technology for precision crop production. The study recommended that the 32 items identified by the study should be utilized by extension agent in teaching the farmers the use of sensor technology for precision crop production while the farmers should make themselves available for the training.

Keywords: Remote Sensor Technology, Climate Change, Adaptation, Precision Farming Crop Production

Cite this paper: Ifeanyieze, F. , Ikehi, M. and Isiwu, E. (2014) Techniques in Utilizing Remote Sensor Technology for Precision Crop Production by Farmers as Climate Change Adaptation Strategy in Nigeria. Agricultural Sciences, 5, 1476-1482. doi: 10.4236/as.2014.514158.

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