Our Services
Why choose us?
Sustainable
Precise
Cost effective
Versatile
At AeroDrone, we're not just another drone startup, our team not only boasts expertise in agrichemicals, growing and agricultural practices, but are also seasoned pilots and have extensive knowledge in GIS mapping and lidar imagery. Reflecting our commitment to real solutions, we're here to change mindsets, be sustainable and prove that cost and time effective solutions can drive success for growers, farmers and landowners alike.
Our Vision
We wholeheartedly believe in the Kiwi grower, and we strongly believe that when you combine the magic of modern technology with years of hands-on experience, great things happen.
We're all about helping you to make informed and accurate decisions, decisions that not only lead to improved crop health and sustainability, but can also save you time and money.
We understand the importance of efficiency and maximizing your resources, so let us help you make informed choices that benefit both your crops, and your bottom line.
With years of experience in data collection and processing, we are comfortably able to handle anything from small scale projects to large operations.
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How can drone imaging help improve crop health?Drone images highlight problem areas using multispectral. This allows farmers to take targeted actions, such as adjusting irrigation, applying fertilizers more efficiently, or treating diseases before they spread. Check out the following Blog https://www.pix4d.com/blog/
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What is multispectral imaging?Multispectral imaging captures light beyond what the human eye can see, including near-infrared and other wavelengths. This technology helps analyze plant health by detecting stress, disease, and nutrient deficiencies before they become visible. It is widely used in precision agriculture to optimize crop management and increase yields.
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Can drones detect diseases in crops?Yes! By using multispectral and thermal sensors, drones can detect subtle changes in plant health, often before visible symptoms appear. This early detection helps prevent widespread damage.
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What area do you cover?We are based in the Nelson/Tasman Region and also regulary cover the West Coast from Karamea to Haast.
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What makes a spray drone useful?Our DJI spray drone is built specifically for agricultural use. It has variable droplet size control, RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) positioning, and terrain-following radar to ensure very accurate and uniform spray coverage. The downward thrust of the props pushes the spray into the crop/weed, allowing for excellent penetration.
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How much does it cost?This can vary depending on the area, but it's often much less than most might think. We can charge either by the hour for spot spraying applications or at a per-hectare rate, depending on the terrain and water rate being applied. We can easily provide you with a free quote!
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How much area can you cover?Our spray coverage per hour primarily depends on the target species, as this affects the required water rate. For woody weeds like gorse and broom, we can treat approximately 3–4 hectares per hour. In plant protection operations, our coverage can reach up to 14 hectares per hour. The steepness of the terrain will also affect hourly coverage.
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