For farmers, we’re heading into seeding season. And, as they prepare for another growing season, let’s discuss four of the top reasons farmers choose to switch from traditional seeding methods to drones.
From less worry during prolonged rainy weeks to easily planting without compacting the soil or disrupting a standing crop, the reasons to use drones to assist on your farm are endless. But, let’s start with our top four.
The Benefits of Drone Seeding
1) Worry Less About Field Conditions
Rainy days are no longer a worry in seeding season when using drones. You can plant immediately after a rainy day or week and still rest assured your seed – and field – is healthy.
Because drones can seed full crops at nearly any moment, timing becomes a science rather than a guessing game. In a particularly rainy or wet spring, you can seed your field faster than ever before, meaning a more robust crop.
With more possibilities for seeding than ever before, you can trust that you’re giving your crop the best start you can.
2) Plant Cover Crops Into Standing Crops Easily
Many standing crops can prevent planting cover crops when using traditional seeding methods. However, when using drone technology, you can easily plant a cover crop into most standing crops with ease and efficiency.
Cover crops offer a huge advantage, particularly to organic farmers, as they maximize early weed control. And, for every farmer, a cover crop can help the growth of your standing crops, protecting and enriching the soil without affecting the development of the standing crop.
3) Avoid Soil Compaction
Drones are exceptional when it comes to avoiding soil compaction. When faced with the choice between a piece of heavy equipment or a drone that doesn’t touch the soil, the advantages are obvious.
While tractors are the traditional farming go-to, they offer a significant increase in soil compaction and crop yield reduction. Drones don’t have this disadvantage, leading to potentially higher crop yields and healthier soil for longer.
This is true for every type of crop you plant. Whether looking to add a cover crop or standing crop, seeding by drone means your soil can stay in better condition, longer than ever before.
4) Cover Larger Areas Faster Than Ever
Seeding can take a lot of time, depending on how much crop area you need to cover. Drones offer an easier and faster way to seed large areas by offering seamless flight that covers large areas.
Faster seeding means more time can be spent in other areas. So, not only can you end up saving time on your crops, but you can end up with more time for everything else.
Ready to Learn More About How Drones Can Help Your Farm?
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