In this video, we delve into how the Finnish Food Authority is revolutionizing agriculture through the use of satellite data and artificial intelligence. With 45,000 farmers and 2.2 million hectares of agricultural land in Finland, the need for a sustainable food system that benefits the environment, society, and the economy is more critical than ever.

The EU's new Common Agricultural Policy mandates that farmer subsidies are allocated correctly and that agricultural activities are comprehensively monitored. To meet these requirements, CGI has developed an advanced system for the Finnish Food Authority. This system uses satellite imagery and data to analyze and monitor agricultural activities, ensuring that subsidies are distributed fairly and transparently.

The monitoring system automatically analyzes over one million crop parcels during the growing season using satellite data and artificial intelligence. Åke Möller, Project Manager at the Finnish Food Authority, emphasizes the system's ability to verify that each payment is correctly allocated to provide clear criterias and complete oversight.

Sonja Koivisto, Geoinformatics Specialist at CGI’s Space & Geo, explains how machine learning and neural network models are used to identify crops and detect agricultural activities. Built on AWS, this system enables the analysis of all agricultural land in Finland on a fast schedule, ensuring that subsidies are paid accurately and on time.

Beyond crop analysis, the use of space data addresses broader societal challenges and fosters business growth. The possibilities are endless, offering insights that can be acted upon to drive sustainable agricultural practices.

Explore how CGI's innovative solutions are transforming agriculture and ensuring a sustainable future for farmers and the environment. 

Learn more about how CGI is improving farm subsidy efficiency and equality with satellite data, AI and cloud.

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