Sprayer

Hi-Tech Farming: Raven introduces a new option for autoguidance in growing crops.

The day starts in the sprayer and ends at the ball diamond.

Boom sprayers are commonly used to apply pesticides to control weeds, insects and diseases. But finding the balance of spray coverage and efficacy while limiting off-target movement can be a challenge.

Nozzles, weather impacts, application heights and speed all impact where pesticides land.

Efficacy affected by when and how treatments are applied, advisors say.

For producers and pesticide applicators, communication is key to keeping crops and people safe.

Farmers may find doors closed, but shops open for service; and count on online ordering getting more valuable.