Hydrosat launches VanZyl-1, its first commercial satellite, providing high-resolution thermal imagery for water stress and crop health monitoring.

Hydrosat launches VanZyl-1, its first commercial satellite, providing high-resolution thermal imagery and global coverage. This breakthrough enables more frequent data collection for monitoring water stress and crop health, crucial for agriculture amid climate change. Named after co-founder Jakob van Zyl, the satellite aims to reveal better understanding of global water stress and improve food security.