Why do I Map ?
Mapping a property for aerial application, offers a unique set of advantages in regards to efficiency and options. The main goal with mapping for a spray Drone is “Automation” and although you can achieve it through various modes and set-out methods, it just doesn’t match the scale of a proper mapping program. The human eye […]
Treating Serrated Tussock by Spray Drone
Serrated Tussock has been a huge problem in Central West NSW for a long time now, and treating this big problem weed is slowly getting easier. I’ve had several land owners tell me it’s a shame it has no nutritional or financial value as it grows anywhere and everywhere! Because Serrated tussock has the abillity […]
NDVI vs NDRE how does it effect VRA?
Multispectral analysis plays a key role in determining what treatments are required. With Variable Rate Applications, plant indexes are used to create unique prescription maps for the spray drone to follow. So which plant index is used? and at what time? The Normalised Difference Vegitation index or NDVI, is the most commonly known and for […]
Aerial Application for Large sites
The automated flight modes available on our DJI T40 application drone, are only suited for small to medium size projects. Larger sites require more substancial planning, which can only come from the intergration of a mapping drone. Fortunately DJI has a very smooth workflow, which makes flight planning large complex sites so much easier! With […]
A-B Route mode with the DJI T40
Amongst the many modes and setting with the DJI T40, there are a series of Semi auto to fully automatic flight modes. A-B Route mode is fully automatic (once setup!) and is a simple way to apply product to a medium sized area with no obstacles. Chemical firebrakes, buffer zones and Small Paddocks are great […]
Spreading with the DJI T40
The technical name for spreading solid product is called “Broadcasting” and the popularity of Broadcasting by Drone has exploded! Aerial application Drones have not only increased in their capacity to carry product but with capability in terms of efficiency. The ability to fly over rough hilly terrain and effortlessly apply product is a huge advantage, […]
Treating Serrated Tussock by Drone
Serrated Tussock is a huge problem in the central west of NSW, It’s an extremely hardy plant and can grow almost anywhere! What makes it so damaging is, if left un-treated can take over large areas of valuable grazing land making it unusable and dangerous to stock. When green pasture grass or hay is present, […]
Drone Mapping for Aerial Application
Most Spray drones use GPS Guidance to perform automated missions and precise flight paths. This amazing technology allows for less product wastage because you can see exactly where the product has been applied. Also with higher precision the product is applied more evenly. The DJI AGRAS T40 has some amazing automated functions ranging from semi-auto […]