Aerial Spraying
reduce costs and increase production with drones
Using a drone to perform aerial applications such as spraying and crop scouting for your farm can save you labor and material costs and help you maximize production on your land.
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Aerial spraying
Today’s farming operations depend on aerial applications of fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides to prevent diseases and conditions that may impact crop performance, plant health, and land conservation.
Aerial application by drone provides a host of benefits to landowners and farmers. Drone spraying works well for both precision agriculture operations and small farms by accounting for the needs of a particular plot of land – the soil, the plants, and the environment. Working with partners such as the landowner, farmer, and co-op, the drone operator can prescribe a unique spray mix appropriate for the land, factoring in soil moisture and nutrients, the presence of drainage tiles, stage of plant growth, and pests and diseases, including weeds and insects.
Compared to other agricultural spraying, drone spraying is more efficient. Unlike ground-based sprayers, aerial spraying does not compact the soil or destroy emerging plants. Spraying by drone is more precise than other aerial applications, which means that it can reduce the amount of waste caused by blanket application over an entire field. This also reduces labor costs.
Drone spraying is also less risky than other forms of agricultural spraying. Drone spraying is more precise, which can reduce the risks associated with spray drift. In addition, the pilot is on the ground – this reduces the risks from accidents due to pilot error.
Finally, the drone can collect data which can yields many benefits to local farm co-ops. SV Aerial will collect all of the data for the coop and communicate to agronomists that can interpret the data and create a solution for growers.
Crop scouting
Crop scouting provides farmers with the tools and knowledge they need to manage their crops effectively, reduce risk, and increase profitability, making it a crucial part of modern agriculture.
Below are some of the of effective crop scouting our team at SV Aerial can help with:
Early detection of pests and diseases. Crop scouting allows farmers to identify pest and disease infestations early, which can prevent significant yield losses and the need for more expensive interventions later on.
Accurate diagnosis of crop problems. Through crop scouting, farmers can accurately diagnose problems in their crops and determine the appropriate course of action, which can save time and resources.
Optimize pesticide use. With the help of crop scouting, farmers can determine the most effective and efficient use of pesticides, reducing the amount of chemicals needed and minimizing the risk of resistance.
Improve crop yields. By detecting and addressing issues in a timely manner, farmers can maximize crop yields and ensure a more profitable harvest.
Make better decisions about crop management. Crop scouting provides farmers with critical information on crop growth, health, and quality, enabling them to make informed decisions about irrigation, fertilization, and other crop management practices.
Enhance sustainable farming practices. With the help of crop scouting, farmers can adopt more sustainable practices that reduce their impact on the environment while still maximizing their crop yields.
Increase profitability. By reducing crop losses and optimizing crop management practices, crop scouting can help farmers increase their profitability and achieve a more successful farming operation.
CUstom applications
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved drones for agricultural use in 2015 Innovative farmers are only beginning to scratch the surface of what drones can do in agriculture.
You can partner with SV Aerial for your custom application for your land. Here are just a few of the unique projects we’ve helped landowners and property managers with:
Crop stand counts.
Measuring total loss areas from weather events for accurate insurance claims.
Crop health.
Weed pressure.