1. Spectral assessment of chickpea morpho-physiological traits from space, air and ground

Chickpea (Cicer arietinum) is an important grain legume in semi-arid regions and water-stress is a major constraint to its productivity.  Area under chickpea cultivation is growing but climate change toward greater aridity results in higher precipitation instability and risks yields.  The ability to assess water potential can support irrigation decisions.  Thus, improved ability to spatially assess plants water status can promote more efficient irrigation.  The current... I. Herrmann, R. Sadeh, A. Avneri, Y. Tubul, R. Lati, S. Abbo, D.J. Bonfil, Z. Peleg