Aerial Spraying to Combat Fall Armyworm in Cornfields
Flight speed: 4-8 m/s Flight height: 3.5 - 5m above the corn stalks
Finish in half a day, 10 times more efficient than manual spraying
"XAG V40's autonomous flight and precision spraying prevent the pesticides from drifting away, which saves water, chemicals and fuel. The V40 only needs 500L water to spray the 10ha fields, while a helicopter needs 5000L. This also create a safer working environment by separating the operator from chemicals."
Cornfields in the region were being completely decimated by a fall armyworm infestation. This pest, when evolved into a moth, is capable of flying up to 500 kilometres in a single day, spreading rapidly and causing extensive crop damage.
In situations where accessing the affected fields is challenging, the most efficient and effective solution is to spray insecticide from the air. Aerial spraying ensures comprehensive coverage, especially in large and remote areas.
Our drones are capable of covering up to 10 hectares per hour, with application rates of up to 35 litres per hectare. Operating at an altitude of just 3 metres above the ground ensures precise and targeted spraying. The combination of a back-and-forth flight pass and the downdraft generated by the propellers enhances spray penetration through the crop, maximising the kill rate of this insect.
This approach provides a swift, effective response to infestations, protecting crops and minimising further damage caused by this highly destructive pest.
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