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Ag drones can be used for a wide range of crops, including wheat, corn, soybeans, vineyards, orchards, and specialty crops. Plus, lots of folks are using these same drones to spray noxious weeds on rangeland, hillsides or roadways. Drones are being used to spray waterways for mosquito larvae and invasive vegetation. But the list goes on! Drones are also used to clean solar panels (or spray for weeds around them), and even applying shading to greenhouses!

These spray drones solve many problems we’re plagued with right now including labor, environmental concerns, and combatting rising pesticide costs

You bet. There are two certification categories: FAA & State. The FAA is responsible for safe airspace, and your state is responsible for proper pesticide handling / applying. For the FAA, you’ll need two things: your Part 107 (think of this as your drone pilot’s license. Study and take a test), and a Part 137 (this is about being able to safely carry and apply pesticides from the air. This is the long part and is a bunch of complicated paperwork). For your state, this is usually a Pesticide Applicator’s License, or something similar - this usually consists of a study guide and taking a test.

Recharge times vary by brand, battery and charging setup (including what the charger is plugged into, i.e., wall outlet or generator). The vast majority of operators are recharging their batteries in about 9-12 minutes. The ideal quantity of batteries and chargers varies a bit by the size of the model, but we generally have recommendations on the drone’s product page. Got more questions? Our spray drone experts are standing by to help you sort it out