Equipment automation, drone-based nutrient application and hybrid or electric machinery are among the innovations which are trending toward broader application, perhaps as soon as 2025, according to results of a recent study conducted by consulting company Roland Berger.

Matt Strine from Aerovironment was demonstrating their new Quantix at the 2018 Farm Progress show. This purpose build aerial vehicle is capable of raising vertically 150ft. and transition to horizontal where it can climb to heights of 360ft. allowing it to capture approximately 10 acres per minute.

senseFly, a producer of professional mapping drones, will host a free educational webinar focusing on the different applications of drones in agriculture at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time on Tuesday, Jan. 24.

While momentum for unmanned aerial vehicle adoption in agriculture has somewhat slowed during the downturn in the market, there is still buzz and optimism surrounding the technology as a valuable tool.

Green Aero Tech, a Canadian-based drone imagery provider, has just struck a deal to provide data to two of the largest John Deere dealerships in Canada — Enns Brothers and Western Sales.

Deveron UAS Corp. announces a field scale collaboration with Hensall District Cooperative.

senseFly is enabling professional U.S. drone operators to take to the skies faster than ever before. By partnering with Ascentium Capital and Transport Risk Management, senseFly is offering new drone insurance, finance and leasing packages in the United States.