Copercampos begins testing with DJI Agras T50 agricultural drone

In January, Copercampos received a DJI Agras T50 agricultural drone from DR Drones for use in the cooperative's demonstration field. The equipment will be used by the technical team to validate its efficiency and applicability in managing summer and winter crops, contributing to the practical evaluation of this technology in the field. The drone delivery was attended by the owner of DR Drones, Daniel Borghesan.

During the testing period, different operational aspects of the equipment will be evaluated, such as application height, flow rate, and coverage quality, among other technical parameters. The aim is to compare the results obtained with traditional methods, identifying advantages, limitations, and necessary adjustments according to the type of crop and the stage of crop development.

The DJI Agras T50 features a high payload capacity, a dual-atomization spraying system, high flow rate, and the ability to spread solids such as fertilizers. In addition, the equipment has advanced obstacle detection sensors and a terrain-following system, ensuring greater safety and precision during flights, even in areas with uneven topography.

Another advantage of drones lies in the integration between mapping and application, allowing for the creation of automated and repeatable routes. This functionality contributes to greater uniformity in operations and better use of resources, reinforcing the technology's potential to optimize agricultural management.

“With field validation, Copercampos seeks to generate reliable technical information that can guide producers and associates on the use of drones in agriculture, reinforcing the cooperative's commitment to innovation, productive efficiency, and the responsible use of technologies in the field. The results of the tests carried out in the demonstration field should serve as a basis for future recommendations and technological dissemination actions. We thank DR Drones for providing this equipment, which will contribute to research in our experimental area,” highlights Fabrício Jardim Hennigen, Technical Assistance Manager.