Precision Drone Applications Take Flight in Farming

Описание: In this video, Illinois Soybean Association Soy Envoy, Matt Herman, highlights drone technology.

Some growers and companies are embracing drone aerial technology for fungicide, insecticide, and foliar fertilizer applications. Certain drones are equipped with spreader boxes that have the capability to spread dry fertilizer, top dress corn or soybeans, and plant cover crop or soybean seed. With this completely automated system, all one must do is punch in field parameters and the drone will make applications based on GPS. Because of this, precision of application and rate control can be superior to other application methods. Applications can also be made when field conditions may not be fit for ground equipment. Growers now have various application options to choose from to best fit their operation’s needs. We are at a transition point where many are using drones, but they are a very large investment and comes with FAA paperwork and liability. Drones may become more popular in the future depending on regulations. If you are interested in drones, be sure to do research, talk to experienced operators, and continue to find resources on ILSoyAdvisor.com.