Jecam -

: Integrating satellite-derived indices with the FAO AquaCrop model to predict yields and water stress. Why JECAM Matters for Food Security

The is a global research network designed to improve agricultural monitoring through Earth observation (satellite data). Launched in 2011, it serves as the research and development arm of the GEOGLAM initiative, which was established by the G20 to increase market transparency and food security. Core Mission and Purpose

: Detecting drought or pest infestations before they become humanitarian crises. Core Mission and Purpose : Detecting drought or

: Maintaining test sites in diverse regions, including the "tropical belt," North America, Europe, and Asia. Key Global Test Sites

: Helping governments and international bodies like AMIS predict global food supply levels. : Using Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) to "see

: Using Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) to "see through clouds," which is vital for monitoring crops in tropical regions during rainy seasons.

: Enabling scientists to compare results from disparate data sources (like radar vs. optical satellites). including the "tropical belt

JECAM’s primary goal is to reach a convergence of methods and data products for global agricultural monitoring.