Aerial Application
Modern Agricultural Drones use cutting edge technology to drastically save cost. They can dramatically undercut the cost of fix-wing aircraft and Helicopters, whilst also remaining affordable enough to compete with ground sprayers on smaller blocks of land. These autonomous, remote aircraft are the future of agriculture and will dominate the market in 10 years’ time. Drones can save thousands of dollars through precise application, saving chemicals and time. They can target crops based on their health for variable rate fertiliser application or spray herbicide on specific weeds located in inaccessible locations
Using AAD for chemical and fertiliser application can lower costs by reducing pesticide usage and increasing crop yields through precise and efficient targeting. Some major benefits are:Major cost savings: Pesticides will have two application rates, Aerial and Ground, Aerial rates are typically 1/3 to 1/4 of the Ground rate, saving you thousands of Dollars in pesticide usage! eg. Glyphosate has an Aerial rate of 30L per HA and a ground rate of 150L per HA.Variable rate fertiliser application: After taking a Multispectral survey, we can then use software to plan a variable rate application mission for the Agras spray drones. The Agras drone will then automatically adjust it’s application rate on the crop, increasing fertiliser on stressed plants, while reducing fertiliser on healthy parts. Saving you not only money on fertiliser but also potentially preventing Nitrate poisoning for livestock feed.Time and Labour Savings: Drones can cover large areas quickly, reducing the time and labour required for applying pesticides, fertilisers, and seeds. One Drone can cover up to 20 Hectare per hour depending on the application rate.
Precision Application: Ensures targeted application of chemicals and fertilisers, minimising waste and lowering input costs by avoiding over-application. Our drones have a spray swath of 6m-11m ensuring a wide application for broadacre or small for spot spraying.Improved Crop Health: Spot treatments with drones allow for addressing specific problem areas, whilst spreading cover crop after harvest restores the soils fertility, leading to healthier crops and potentially higher yields.Access to Difficult Terrain: Drones can easily navigate challenging landscapes, ensuring even coverage across all areas of your farm.Soil Preservation: Eliminates the need for heavy machinery, reducing soil compaction and promoting long-term soil health.Environmental Benefits: More precise application reduces the risk of chemical run-off, contributing to more sustainable farming practices and minimising your exposure to carcinogenic chemicals.
RATES AND FEESOur aerial application fees are a transparent fixed rate service. Aerial applications fees are based on dollars-per-(L/KG)-per-Hectare. MAXIMUM standard liquid application rate: $1.00 per-L-per-Hectare.MAXIMUM standard solid application rate: $1.25 per-Kg-per-Hectare.EXAMPLE: If you require 40L of liquid product per Hectare this will equal to $40 per HA. Substantial discounts will apply for task over 10 Hectare.Spot spraying or small task Rate: $250 Per Hour We have the licensing to supply liquid or solid chemical products, however, typically don’t and these must be provided by the customer, we can however mix the chemical according to the product's specifications.We offer returning customer discounts. Contact us via email for an accurate quote.