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The challenge is getting the tractors into the right locations and keeping their operators out of the spray. It would be harder to get precise application so th
by ticmasta 7y ago
The challenge is getting the tractors into the right locations and keeping their operators out of the spray. It would be harder to get precise application so they are more likely to use more and higher concentrations of pesticide.
The most cost-effective response using traditional application of pesticides is probably bigger drones (aka a flying tractor)
- sukilot 7y agoRemote-control tractor seems simple enough.
- Loughla 7y agoWe pretty much already have remote control tractors via autosteer. The operator is a meat weight making sure nothing catches on fire. Autosteer, of course, is only useful off of public roads, what with all the pesky pedestrians and other vehicles.
- Gomer1800 7y agoLook up Blue River Technology. Proof of concept for this tech already exists, John Deere will have this tech out in the coming years.