Agribotix will use Hawkins' nationwide dealer network to sell and offer service for a turnkey package combining Agribotix's FarmLens cloud-based data platform with the Enduro quad copter.

HoneyComb Corp. has announced that Papé Machinery will begin selling its system in the Pacific Northwest.

The calculator, developed by Measure, an operator of drones, helps farmers assess the value of using drones in their operations.

The Raptor Module from ATI emits sonic patterns mimicking birds of prey to provide bird control for precision drones.

Top Intelligence, Inc., an Iowa-based Ag technology business, has partnered with AgPixel to provide high-resolution aerial imagery to growers throughout Iowa and Nebraska. Headquartered in Honey Creek, Iowa, Top Intelligence is one of the premier aerial solution providers in the Midwest.

Federal regulators are looking for ways to ensure that drones operating beyond sight — such as delivery drones — stay away from manned aircraft.

During the last year, Grand Marsh, Wis., strip-tillers Eric and Megan Wallendal have researched and experimented with use of an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle system, primarily to track and treat in-season nutrient deficiencies. They share their lessons learned and return on investment with the system.

A federal law effective Dec. 21, 2015 requires unmanned aircraft registration. Violators will be subject to civil and criminal penalties.