Botlink has created the first Internet-connected 3DR Solo drone. Solo uses Botlink’s XRD cellular device to capture, process and deliver images to the cloud in real time. The Botlink XRD is an FCC-approved cellular device that allows users to send and receive data through a secure connection to the Verizon LTE network. The XRD includes antennas that pick up high-bandwidth … Read More
Mavrx Drone-Assisted Scouting to Take Flight
Mavrx drone-assisted scouting is coming soon to a field near you. Mavrx ultra-high resolution (UHR) imagery for autonomous drone scouting capabilities will be available this year for select growers and agronomists to cover more acres in less time. Using aerial imagery to unlock the potential of UAVs, Mavrx is leveraging its nation-wide UHR aerial imaging network to quickly identify revenue … Read More
Mavrx Announces Promotional Grower Offer
Mavrx, a leader in Ultra-High-Resolution (UHR) imagery for agriculture, introduced its first promotional grower offer during the 2016 Top Producer Seminar. Mavrx CEO Max Bruner made the announcement at a series of luncheon meetings with top growers during the event where Mavrx is a premier sponsor. Bruner explains, “With commodity prices the lowest in years, growers are seeking tools to … Read More
Mavrx Launches Nationwide Imagery Service
A California-based ag imaging company is launching a new low-cost, high-quality on-demand imagery national service for farmers and crop consultants. The aerial program has been developed and tested in 2015 by Mavrx®, a global innovator in delivering on-demand and actionable agronomic information from aerial and space-based imaging. Already partnered with many of the industry’s leading service providers and growers, Mavrx … Read More
#AFBF Attendees Learn About UAV Potential On Farms
Thousands of farmers and ranchers have gathered in Orlando this week for the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 97th Annual Convention and IDEAg Trade Show. A highlight for attendees was a session where they learned about the advantages and practical considerations of using unmanned aerial vehicles during a workshop presented by the UnmannedFarmer Robert Blair, a fourth-generation farmer and vice president … Read More
FAA Requires UAS Registration
Today the FAA announced new regulations requiring drone (UAS) registration for recreational and hobby users of UAS. The registration process is for owners of small unmanned aircraft weighing more than 0.55 pounds and less than 55 pounds, including payloads such as on-board cameras or sensors. Those 13 and older who have purchased a drone prior to December 21, 2015, must … Read More
PrecisionHawk Drones Soar Over a Field Near You
For the first time during the Farm Progress Show there was a dedicated area for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones. As I mentioned in an earlier post, the drones were grounded, but that did not stop me, or others, from learning about their precision ag applications and benefits. I spoke with Pat Lohman, VP of partnerships with PrecisionHawk, to … Read More
UAV’s Grounded for Take Off at #FarmProgressShow
One of the big attractions for Farm Progress Show this year was to be the UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) showcase, or drones, the popular agriculture term. But this was not to be as the drones were grounded by the FAA. Yes, you read correctly – the UAV’s were grounded for take off the first year of the UAV demonstrations. Fortunately … Read More
Thermal Grade Cameras for Drones
FLIR Systems, Inc. has announced the addition of FLIR Vue™ thermal imaging camera series for drones. The FLIR Vue Pro offers expanded options such as precision thermal imaging, enhanced data collection capabilities, in-flight control of camera functions, and simple mobile apps. In addition to providing the same easy power-in/analog video-out connection that has been so popular on the FLIR Vue, the … Read More
Real-Time Data Becoming Crucial for On-Farm Success
In a GEOSYS sponsored a survey of the 2015 InfoAg attendees, 47% reported they plan to use remote imagery services to increase their investments. Farmers said real-time data and higher yields were their primary reasons for adopting the technology. The data was collected form precision ag specialists, marketing and sales associates, senior managers, IT professionals and agronomists. The greatest challenge … Read More