This page is an archive of my articles. These are archived here to share insight and, maybe, a little bit of knowledge to help farmers. There is probably something useful in these drone articles for everyone. I’m sure there are things missing, so let me know about specific topics you wish to read about!
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- Agriculture
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Pointing the way: The Accuracy of Spray Drone RTK
RTK significantly enhances GPS accuracy for drone operations, essential for accurate scouting and spraying. Proper setup is crucial, and options include local base stations or NTRIP network services.
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Insurance for Your New Spray Drone Service Agency
Starting a spray drone service requires careful consideration of insurance, including hull, liability, and equipment coverage. Proper insurance helps protect your investment, your clients, and neighboring farmers.
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Working NE Kansas Pasture, Hay, and Alfalfa
Agricultural drones offer real value to managing pasture and hay fields in NE Kansas. They address weed issues, reduce soil compaction, and improve efficiency through targeted applications and…
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NE Kansas Spring Fungicide: Timing for Winter Wheat at Heading
Timely fungicide application during the Feekes 10.5 stage is crucial for preventing yield loss from diseases like Fusarium head blight and stripe rust in NE Kansas wheat. Drones…
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Pre-Emergence Soil Inoculation with Revolution Drones I-19
I share my experience using a I-19 drone for pre-emergence application of a biological, testing for efficacy while also addressing trailer build and truck issues.
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Why Fly? Drone Work Before Planting
Effective pre-plant applications using spray drones can improve crop outcomes through targeted herbicide, fertilizer, pest management, and scouting, despite challenging weather conditions.
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