Sprayer drones are entering a whole new era — and farmers are taking notice.
In this week’s tech segment for This Week in Agribusiness, Chad Colby breaks down what’s ahead, including: ✅ Sprayer drones evolving from scouting tools to true application machines ✅ Proven history — Japan's Yamaha RMAX spraying since 1991 ✅ New U.S.-built sprayer drones entering the market ✅ A look at Revolution Drones — manufacturing in North Carolina ✅ FAA requirements for 2026 operators (Part 137, licensing, 55 lb exemption) ✅ Big hardware coming — 32-gallon spray drones with 1,500+ acre/day capability
Drones aren’t replacing airplanes or ground rigs — but they are becoming a serious tool for: • Wet ground • Small / irregular acres • Late-season passes • Precision applications
The technology curve is steep, the innovation is real, and 2026 will be a big year. 📌 Planning for a sprayer drone? Start now — approvals take time. More insight coming soon here and on This Week in Agribusiness.
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