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ABOUT THE BOOK

This open access book provides methods for the estimation of Biomass Water Equivalent (BEW), an essential step for improving the accuracy of area-wide soil moisture by cosmic-ray neutron sensors (CRNS).   Three techniques are explained in detail: (i) traditional in-situ destructive sampling, (ii) satellite based remote sensing of plant surfaces, and (iii) biomass estimation via the use of the CRNS itself.  The advantages and disadvantages of each method are discussed along with step by step instructions on proper procedures and implementation. 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction

   • A. Wahbi, W. Avery

   Pages 1-3

   
   

2. In Situ Destructive Sampling

   • A. Wahbi, W. Avery

   Pages 5-9

   
   

3. Remote Sensing via Satellite Imagery Analysis

   • W. Avery

   Pages 11-23

   
   

4. Estimation of Biomass Water Equivalent via the Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensor

   • T. E. Franz, A. Wahbi, W. Avery

   Pages 25-32

   
   

5. Back Matter

   Pages 33-33