Yiyi Xiong is a skilled early research professional with a solid background in crop production, pest and disease management and remote sensing analysis.

She has developed specialised proficiency in remote sensing technologies, utilising advanced UAV (drone) technology and geospatial analysis tools to monitor crop health, assess soil conditions and enhance precision agriculture practices. She has experience working with a range of agronomic, horticultural and ornamental crops, including wheat, corn, cotton, soybean, chickpea, lentil, lettuce, blueberry, strawberry, ornamental flowers, indoor foliage plants, and native trees. She has assessed and treated a range of pests and diseases, such as whiteflies, mealybugs, grasshoppers, aphids, thrips, powdery mildew and downy mildew, using different groups of chemical rotations and beneficial insect methods. Her expertise supports data-driven decision-making, improving agricultural productivity and sustainability. She has worked closely with key funding partners, including QDPI, John Deere and CSIRO. She has also collaborated with pathologists across multiple disciplines to drive impactful agricultural solutions.

With a well-rounded academic foundation and hands-on experience, she has developed capabilities in these specialised areas. Her commitment to agricultural research and technological innovation is reflected in her ability to integrate cutting-edge solutions that address challenges in modern farming and agronomic management.