- Food Security
What is hidden hunger?
Hidden hunger is a popular term to refer to micronutrient deficiencies. Micronutrient deficiencies are a form of malnutrition caused by the insufficient uptake of vitamins and other micronutrients. This phenomenon is common in developing regions with cereal-based diets, but also increasing in developed countries, where individuals are opting for l…
4 min
- Spatial Data Science
Three dimensions to measure the impact of soil nutrients on the nutritional values of crops
When farmers need to know the nutritional value of a crop, the usual way to find out is by taking hundreds of samples of the grains into a laboratory and analyzing them. This process is not only very expensive but inefficient; the analysis is carried out at the final crop growth stage, when it is already too late for correcting nutrient concentrat…
5 min
- Remote Sensing
Remote Sensing to assess protein content in wheat - the secret to a perfect slice of bread
Embraced by fitness enthusiasts, proteins have claimed the spotlight in the field of health and nutrition during the last decade. Proteins are macronutrients, essential for the growth, maintenance and repair of tissues of the human body.
We can all name foods with high amounts of protein, such as tofu, broccoli or chicken. However, it's not comm…4 min







