Every dairy farmer knows the struggle of alfalfa seeding. Because alfalfa seeds are so small, getting a consistent, uniform spread in a standard grain drill is notoriously difficult. If the calibration is off just a hair, you end up with patchy stands and wasted, expensive seed.

Furthermore, many local co-ops have phased out the service of air-seeding mixed fertilizer and seed, leaving farmers with fewer options. If you choose to use a traditional planter, you run a massive risk: deep, permanent ruts.

Those ruts don't just disappear after the seeds sprout; they stay in the field for all subsequent cuttings. Every time you go out for a cutting, those ruts become bone-jarring bumps that jostle the operators and drivers and make for an exhausting day in the cab. You're feeling every single pass you made with the planter back in May.

Managing invasive species in Central Wisconsin’s aquatic wetlands and ponds requires a precision touch. New spray drone technology provides this precision with the added benefits of aerial access.

Whether you are an environmental organization dealing with a wild wetland or a farm with a working irrigation pond, you need an application method that works. For landowners battling cattails, phragmites, and reed canary grass, traditional treatment methods often struggle with the "in-between" terrain of mud and water. And, those irrigation ponds, they rarely come with boat landings. At Venture Ag Drones, we provide a specialized aerial solution that work for your unique aquatic spraying needs.

You might be considering hiring a drone applicator or even flying one yourself. Before you do, it’s crucial to understand the intricate web of regulations that govern these operations. Ignoring them isn't just a minor oversight; it can have significant legal and financial consequences for your property and your business.

If you’re considering hiring an applicator or flying your own, here are three things you need to know to protect your property and your pocketbook.

We’ve had a vested interest in watching Beck’s drone application PFR trials closely for the past few years. As drone operators with extensive chemical application experience, we've had the advantage of seeing and showing our neighbors the efficacy of our own application results first-hand. But having this numerical data from Beck's is undeniably compelling and welcome. With three full years of trials now reported, the outcome is clearer than ever: drone applications continue to show they are here for the long run.

Here in the Antigo Flats, we know the challenges that come with spring. The melting winter snow, while a welcome sign of warmer weather, often brings with it significant runoff. This runoff, especially after a heavy snowmelt, can lead to considerable topsoil erosion, impacting our precious farmlands and local watershed. At Venture Ag Drones, we're committed to offering innovative solutions to these age-old problems, utilizing the power of drone technology to protect our soil and water resources.

We started this business to serve the people we enjoy working with the most; farmers, and to give them a more sustainable solution for their crop care. But this still wasn’t a business we entered into lightly. After all, this isn’t a drone business. It’s a chemical application business. We knew how much legal paperwork would be involved and how to work on Mother Nature’s schedule, but there’s still a few important points that, despite all our research and preparation, we were unprepared for once our first season really got rolling. Hence, this article.

Here are three things we wish someone would have told us before taking flight.

For greenhouse operators in Central Wisconsin and beyond, managing internal temperatures and light exposure is crucial for plant health and worker comfort. As the sun intensifies through spring and summer, applying greenhouse shade or whitewash becomes a necessary annual task. Traditionally, this has meant ladders, lifts, and often, days of labor in challenging conditions. But what if there was a safer, more efficient way to protect your valuable plants? Enter drone painting – a revolutionary approach that's changing the game for greenhouse shade application.

As featured in The Business News, here’s the full article titled “Venture Ag Drones ‘Takes Flight’ in Langlade County” written by Lisa Haefs. The Business News is a regional print publication covering 40 counties in Wisconsin. Venture Ag Drones is featured in their North Central, Agriculture and Forestry category. Read the full article here.

Drones are revolutionizing agriculture, but are they truly as effective as traditional ground sprayers when it comes to fungicide application? This article from Successful Farming dives into the results of Beck’s Precision Farming Research (PFR) 2024 trials, comparing drone vs. ground sprayer performance and return on investment (ROI) in corn and soybeans. It also explores factors like water volume, pH influence, and the crucial role of proper drone calibration.

As seen in Beck's Hybrids Practical Farm Research (PFR) video, drone applications have the potential to enhance fungicide efficacy and crop yields. This video discusses the effectiveness of different fungicide application methods, including ground, aerial, and drone applications. It also highlights their data findings (including yield results) and potential benefits of drone technology in achieving more precise and efficient fungicide coverage.