Estimating crop yield using a satellite-based light use efficiency model

Satellite-based techniques that provide temporally and spatially continuous information over vegetated surfaces have become increasingly important in monitoring the global agriculture yield. However, it remains challenging to model crop yields based on remotely sensed data. In this study, we examine the performance of a light use efficiency model (EC-LUE) for simulating the Gross Primary Production (GPP) and yield of crops. The EC-LUE model can explain on average approximately 90% of the variability in GPP for 36 FLUXNET sites globally. The results indicate that a universal set of parameters,... Mehr ...