Drone Crop Spraying

Maximise Your Harvest with Precision Spraying

Great yields depend on balance. Crops need nutrients, pest protection and consistent treatment. Traditional methods waste product and often miss spots.

At Elite Foliar Solutions, we use drone crop spraying to deliver accurate eco eco-smart and cost-effective treatments across New Zealand farms.

Why Traditional Crop Spraying Falls Short

Tractors compact soil, burn fuel and bog down in wet paddocks. Helicopters and planes are noisy, expensive and imprecise. Manual spraying is slow and exposes workers to chemicals.

Our drones sidestep all these problems.

The Drone Advantage

Reduce Drift and Overspray – GPS precision means sprays land exactly where intended
Reach Difficult Terrain – Steep paddocks, wet soil, narrow rows no problem
Save Time and Labour – One drone sprays several hectares an hour
Lower Fuel Costs – No tractors or heavy machinery required
Even Coverage – Every plant receives the same amount of treatment

Crops and Applications We Handle

Our crop spraying drone services cover

Fertiliser application
Fungicide pesticide and herbicide sprays
Microbial and foliar nutrition treatments
Granular fertiliser application, seeding & Slug bait

We support dairy pasture, maize, orchards, horticulture and specialty crops.

Our Proven 4 Step Process

Field Mapping
We map crop density growth stages and zones for spraying.
Formulation
We prepare the right mix for your crop type, season and yield goals.
Precision Application
Our drones follow mapped flight paths to spray evenly and accurately.
Post Spray Support
We monitor crop response and suggest follow-ups to maximise yield.

Eco-Friendly Crop Management

We use eco-certified sprays that protect soil and waterways while reducing chemical waste. Drones keep applications targeted, precise, and sustainable.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast can a drone spray
This depends on the application rate, but anywhere from 5-15 Hectares per hour.

Can drones be used on organic farms?
Yes. We can apply approved organic sprays and microbial treatments.

Will drones replace tractors completely?
Not entirely but they reduce the need for heavy machinery.

Can you spray orchards and vineyards?
Yes. Drones are ideal for tree canopies and vineyard rows.

What Growers Say

“Saved us two days and hundreds in fuel.”
Nathan Matamata
“Accurate, clean and great for the environment.”
Talia Okato
“Our maize crops have never looked healthier. Great service.”
James Taranaki

Let’s Boost Your Crops Drone Style

Get healthier crops, higher yields and lower costs with drone spraying. Contact Elite Foliar Solutions today for a free quote and see how drones can help your farm grow smarter.