Moisture mapping is a method of remotely collecting data to map moisture levels in soil and vegetation. Moisture content can relate to many factors. For example, soil moisture content is associated with agricultural productivity and erosion potential. In contrast, plant moisture content is associated with a plant’s overall health and water uptake efficiency. The collected moisture data can be valuable for multiple disciplines, including agriculture, forestry, and environmental science.
Soil moisture can be measured without a sensor using the gravimetric method. This method requires the following steps: