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To estimate sugarcane yield using an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) for the sugar industry, it is essential to consider the efficiency of sugar mills, sugarcane plantation quality, and productivity (Gunawan, 2018). The use of UAVs for precision agriculture, including real-time monitoring and remote sensing, has been growing rapidly and can provide valuable data for estimating sugarcane yield (Shakhatreh et al., 2019). Additionally, research and development programs significantly influence sugarcane production and sugar yield, highlighting the importance of technological advancements in the sugar industry (Nguyen et al., 2022). Furthermore, the potential use of waste biomass from the sugar industry for fuel additives and biotechnological purposes can contribute to sustainability and circular economy concepts (Modelska et al., 2017; Modelska et al., 2020).
Moreover, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the sugar industry, as discussed in the context of the Indian sugar industry, emphasizes the need for resilient and sustainable practices (Solomon et al., 2020; Solomon & Swapna, 2022). Sustainability issues and opportunities in the sugar and sugar-bioproduct industries have been highlighted, indicating the importance of considering environmental and economic sustainability in sugarcane yield estimation (Eggleston & Lima, 2015). Additionally, the treatment of sugarcane mill wastewater is a critical aspect to consider, and the use of technologies such as the upflow anaerobic sludge bed reactor can contribute to sustainable waste disposal in the sugar industry (Nacheva et al., 2009).
Furthermore, the potential of sugarcane by-products for various industries in India underscores the multifaceted applications and economic significance of the sugar industry (Solomon, 2011). Multidisciplinary approaches to handling wastes in sugar industries and the quality and management of wastewater in the sugar industry are also crucial considerations for sustainable sugarcane yield estimation (Bhatnagar et al., 2015; Poddar & Sahu, 2015). Additionally, the review on waste-derived adsorbents from the sugar industry for pollutant removal in water and wastewater emphasizes the importance of environmental stewardship in the sugar industry (Anastopoulos et al., 2017).
In conclusion, the estimation of sugarcane yield using UAVs for the sugar industry requires a comprehensive understanding of sugar mill efficiency, sugarcane plantation quality, productivity, technological advancements, sustainability, and environmental considerations. By integrating data from UAVs with insights from the efficiency and sustainability of the sugar industry, more accurate and comprehensive estimations of sugarcane yield can be achieved.
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