Digital vineyard of the future features drone data collection @UASMagazine

If a recent demonstration in Canada is any indication, the digital vineyard of the future might very well receive scientific data in real-time gathered by drones and transferred via a cell network. Global UAV Technologies Ltd., Jöst Vineyards, VineView (Scientific Aerial Imaging Inc.) and a major Canadian telecommunications company recently completed a 4G proof-of-concept mission in in Malagash, Nova Scotia, to demonstrate a real-word application of drone technology for a project called the "Digital Vineyard of the Future." "Fine wine making is in the growing of grapes with specific qualities, where many variables have to be taken into consideration," said Jonathan Rodwell, director of viticulture and winemaking for Jöst Vineyards. "We see these emerging technologies offering excellent opportunities for integrated measurement and management of our vineyards and focus on precision viticulture." Global UAV provided a 4G-enabled, Procyon 800E helicopter drone platform with a specialized multi-spectral imaging payload.