Drones Have Arrived at Linn Coop!

 
With the rising interest in aerial applications done via drone, we’re happy to announce that Linn Coop has added two spray drones to our fleet!  Over the last few years drone technology has made leaps and bounds.  When we first started to hear about drones applicating around 2015, they were only able to do 10 acres an hour and carry just over 20lbs of product.  Now, in just 10 years, drone technology is almost fully automated and able to carry around 120lbs, which can cover nearly 50 acres in an hour when spraying.  Although drones are a very long ways off from being the most efficient form of application, they are an amazing supplement for traditional ground rig and plane/helicopter applications.

Drones fill a special niche when it comes to applicating, from applying fungicide in July and August to seeding cover crops in September, they are a versatile technology.  Whether you’re in a hard to access field, wet spot, or you just don’t want to upset your neighbors with a plane, drones are an excellent choice that help expand the application ability of Linn Coop.  If you’re interested in drone applications and you think they have a spot in your operation, please reach out to your Linn Coop Agronomist to get the ball rolling.

This new technology has come a long way in the last few years and is still progressing extremely fast.  At Linn Coop we are working diligently to keep up with the ever-changing technology and new techniques. Please feel free to reach out as we are happy to offer this new service that is owned and operated by Linn Coop!