Alqueva orthophoto maps update is now available, relating to flights performed in 2022, covering the entire EFMA area – Multi-Purpose Development in Alqueva, next to 1 410 000 hectares (14 100 km2).
This is high resolution information., where each pixel in the image represents 25 cm no soil, which makes it possible to monitor the territory with a detail not available in other sources of information, allowing EDIA to monitor the evolution of agricultural activity and the construction and start-up of new irrigation perimeters in Alqueva.
The orthophotomaps, the scale 1:5000, were obtained from 13.465 aerial images with an average flight height of 2.680 m e, such as 2020, are available in two covers, one with true color and one with “false-color†with infrared band.
These orthophoto maps are frequently sought after by EFMA beneficiaries and investors for the implementation of agricultural projects., they are also useful in managing a farm, planning, in building ratings, among other applications.
By making your geographic data available for free, EDIA continues to focus on promoting the economic and social development of the Alqueva space.
Data can be redistributed and used for any purpose, since certain conditions cumpram, including information about your home and property and on any changes that have been made, among others.
The Alqueva data can be downloaded from the site edia, in: https://www.edia.pt/pt/o-que-fazemos/apoio-ao-agricultor/dados-geograficos/