Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Development of 3 Dimensional Phyto-Topographic Maps for use in Wild Blueberry Production Through the Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Systems

Agreement Number:

977820

Agreement Value:

$142,897.00

Agreement Date:

Aug 9, 2021 - Mar 29, 2024

Description:

The proposed project focuses on the generation of three dimensional maps of wild blueberry fields and the associated plant canopies, berry fruit zones and yields through the use of unmanned aerial vehicle systems equipped with high resolution digital cameras, and multispectral and light detection and ranging sensors. These 3 dimensional maps will be developed by a new remote sensing research technician position and verified at field level with the use of RTK-GPS and plant, fruit, and pest assessments. These three dimensional maps will provide information on canopy structure and the biotic and abiotic factors impacting berry yield during the growing season, and also GPS information that can be used in farm machinery operations.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization

Location:

Collingwood Corner, Nova Scotia, CA B0M 1E0

Reference Number:

172-2021-2022-Q2-977820

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

100619386

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Recipient's Legal Name:

Bragg Lumber Company Limited

Federal Riding Name:

Cumberland--Colchester

Federal Riding Number:

12003

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms

Program Purpose:

Coverage:

IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.

NAICS Code:

111993