Spraying

What We Spray

We provide a wide range of aerial application services using label-compliant, state approved practices:

  • Herbicides
    For weed and invasive vegetation control in agricultural, solar, aquatic, and fire-prevention applications.

  • Insecticides
    Targeted treatments for crop pests, nuisance insects, and fly control where appropriate.

  • Fungicides
    Used to help manage plant diseases in vineyards, orchards, and specialty crops.

  • Fertilizers & Nutrients
    Liquid nutrients and soil amendments to support crop health and establishment.

  • Aquatic-Approved Products
    Herbicides labeled for use in ponds, canals, wetlands, and managed water systems.

  • Organic & Biologically Based Products
    Including OMRI-listed and other biologically derived products when appropriate for the application and site conditions.

Why Growers Choose Drone Spraying

  • Low drift, high precision — controlled airflow pushes product directly into the canopy

  • No soil compaction or crop damage

  • Reach areas tractors cannot access (mud, steep slopes, tight rows, irrigation obstructions)

  • Minimal crew and equipment requirements

  • Better timing — treat when conditions are right, not when equipment can enter

  • Uniform coverage and repeatable accuracy

  • Safe for operators — no need to walk fields with chemicals

Our drones apply at 2 –10 GPA, achieving excellent coverage through downwash and droplet control, reducing water use by 70–95% compared to ground rigs.

Drone spraying is changing the way growers manage their crops. Instead of relying on heavy equipment, long spray windows, or hard-to-reach terrain, drones deliver treatments quickly and accurately from the air. This reduces soil compaction, keeps operators out of hazardous areas, and minimizes off-target drift.

Because drones fly low and use powerful downward airflow, product is pushed deep into the canopy for even coverage — something ground rigs often struggle with in dense orchards or uneven fields. Drones also reach tight rows, muddy ground, steep slopes, or areas blocked by irrigation, without damaging plants or leaving ruts.

At Ag Drone Concepts, we take organic-approved pesticides and compliant application standards seriously. We use only OMRI-listed or organic-approved inputs when requested and follow strict protocols to ensure applications meet certification requirements and protect the integrity of your organic operation.

For growers, this means better timing, better coverage, and fewer interruptions, all while reducing labor demands and equipment wear. Drone spraying provides a consistent, repeatable application that supports healthier crops and more efficient field operations.

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Seeding

Why Growers Choose Drone Seeding

  • Uniform coverage with precise lbs/acre rates

  • No soil disturbance or ruts — perfect for organic and regenerative operations

  • Ideal for tight rows, slopes, wet ground, or inaccessible terrain

  • Lower labor cost and no heavy equipment needed

  • Safer, faster, and more consistent than manual or tractor-based seeding

  • Perfect for post-fire restoration, erosion control, and pasture repair

What We Seed

  • Cover Crop Mixes

  • Pasture & Rangeland Blends

  • Erosion Control & Post-Fire Rehabilitation

  • Wildflower & Habitat Mixes

  • Custom Mixes

Drone seeding is transforming how California growers establish cover crops, repair pastures, improve soil health, and restore rangeland. With zero soil compaction, no equipment required, and unmatched access to difficult terrain, drones deliver precise, uniform seed placement faster and more efficiently than traditional ground equipment.

Whether you manage vineyards, orchards, livestock operations, open rangeland, or conservation projects, Ag Drone Concepts provides a turnkey aerial seeding solution that protects your soil, saves labor, and delivers consistent results.

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Solar Panel Cleaning & Weed Control Services

Solar Systems We Service

  • Ground-Mounted Solar Systems
    Fixed and tracking arrays installed at grade.

  • Utility-Scale Solar Farms
    Large solar fields requiring efficient, low-impact cleaning.

  • Agricultural Solar Installations
    Solar arrays on barns, equipment sheds, and ag facilities.

  • Remote or Hard-to-Access Solar Sites
    Arrays located on uneven terrain, slopes, or restricted-access locations.

Why Customers Choose Drones for Solar Cleaning

  • No contact with panels
    Reduces the risk of scratches, micro-cracks, or frame damage.

  • Safe access to hard-to-reach arrays
    Ideal for rooftops, carports, uneven ground, and large solar fields.

  • Lower operating costs
    Eliminates lifts, scaffolding, and large cleaning crews.

  • Faster service with minimal disruption
    Panels are cleaned efficiently without shutting down operations.

  • Improved safety
    Keeps personnel off roofs and elevated structures.

  • Helps maintain panel performance
    Cleaner panels operate closer to optimal efficiency.

Why Customers Choose Drones for Weed Control Services

  • Precise treatment around solar infrastructure
    Allows targeted application near panel rows, racking, fence lines, and access corridors without overspray.

  • No soil compaction or ground disturbance
    Avoids rutting, erosion, and damage caused by mowers, tractors, or service vehicles.

  • Effective on ground-mounted and tracking systems
    Operates safely around fixed and tracking arrays without interfering with equipment.

  • Ideal for large, utility-scale solar sites
    Efficiently treats wide areas while maintaining consistent coverage across the site.

  • Well-suited for agricultural solar installations
    Manages vegetation around barns, equipment sheds, and ag facilities where access can be limited.

  • Reduced labor and equipment needs
    Eliminates the need for mowing crews, heavy machinery, or repeated mechanical passes.

  • Supports fire-risk reduction and site safety
    Helps manage fine fuels and maintain clear access paths around solar arrays.

  • Minimal disruption to site operations
    Vegetation management can be completed without closing off large sections of the site.

Solar system performance depends on clean panels and well-managed ground conditions. Dust, pollen, ash, and other buildup can reduce energy output, while unmanaged vegetation can create shading, restrict access, and increase fire risk.

Drone-based solar panel cleaning removes surface debris without physical contact, heavy equipment, or elevated work platforms, helping protect panel surfaces and reduce safety risks. Targeted drone vegetation management around solar arrays allows for precise weed control without soil compaction or damage to infrastructure.

Together, solar panel cleaning and weed control support system efficiency, site access, and responsible long-term maintenance of solar installations.

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Fire Prevention Services

Why Customers Choose Drones for Fire Prevention Services

  • Targeted fuel reduction around valuable assets
    Precise treatment of grasses and light vegetation near homes, buildings, fences, and infrastructure without over-clearing.

  • Lower cost than manual or machine-based methods
    Reduces labor, equipment, and mobilization costs compared to mowing, hand crews, or heavy machinery.

  • Safe access to difficult areas
    Effective around slopes, ravines, fence lines, and tight spaces where equipment or crews cannot safely operate.

  • No damage to property or landscaping
    Avoids soil compaction, rutting, and wear caused by heavy equipment or repeated mechanical access.

  • Ideal for residential, private, and commercial properties
    Supports defensible space, access routes, and perimeter management around homes and facilities.

Many properties in hazardous fire areas in California are subject to defensible space laws and local hazard abatement ordinances that encourage reduced fire fuels around structures and access routes. Always check specific local requirements with your fire agency.

Reducing fire fuel loads is essential for property protection — especially in high-risk regions. Drones allow landowners to treat brush, grasses, and invasive species in areas that are too steep, remote, or hazardous for ground crews.

By applying vegetation management treatments from the air, drones help create defensible space, slow fire spread and support long-term land stewardship. They can also apply seed mixes to encourage low-fuel vegetation that can replace flammable species over time.

Drone-based fire prevention provides a safe, efficient, and scalable tool for reducing wildfire risk and improving overall land health.

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Aquatic and Aquaculture Services

Aquatic Weed Control & Mosquito Control

Drone application offers an efficient, cost-effective way to manage ponds, canals, wetlands, and aquaculture systems. By accessing the entire water surface without boats or ground crews, treatments are completed faster with minimal disruption to habitat or sediment.

Precision drone technology applies treatments only where needed, reducing waste, lowering costs, and improving overall effectiveness. This targeted approach minimizes environmental impact while supporting healthier water systems.

We also specialize in aquatic management for duck clubs and private hunting properties in marsh and wetland environments. Drone application allows for accurate treatment of levees, ponds, channels, and flooded impoundments without disturbing sensitive habitat or water control infrastructure—making it an ideal solution for properties with limited access or soft ground.

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Livestock Services

Improving Forage Quality and Protecting Herd Health

Drone applications give ranchers a fast, efficient way to manage large grazing areas and livestock environments without disturbing animals or damaging the land. From restoring forage to controlling invasive weeds, drones allow you to treat broad or hard-to-reach areas with uniform precision.

Our aerial approach also provides an effective solution for fly control. We can treat corrals, pastures, bedding areas, manure zones, and other high-pressure fly habitats quickly and evenly, reducing fly populations and helping protect herd health throughout the season.

Drone-based livestock and pasture management delivers better grazing conditions, improved animal comfort, and a more productive operation overall.

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Weed Abatement Services

Efficient Control of Invasive Weeds Across Any Landscape

Unmanaged vegetation can create fire risk, limit access, and impact the safety and usability of properties. Effective weed abatement is an important part of protecting homes, commercial assets, and managed land—especially in areas with difficult terrain or seasonal growth cycles.

Drone-based weed abatement allows for precise, targeted treatment of grasses and invasive vegetation without the need for heavy equipment or manual crews. This approach minimizes soil disturbance, avoids damage to infrastructure and landscaping, and is well suited for slopes, fence lines, access corridors, and hard-to-reach areas.

For residential properties, weed abatement also improves the function and appearance of the landscape. Reducing overgrowth helps open up usable outdoor space, improves sightlines, and creates a cleaner, more desirable property while supporting defensible space and fire-prevention goals.

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Training Services

Professional Instruction in Laws, Equipment, and Safe Drone Operation

If you're skeptical of starting your own drone business, this is the perfect training for you. Our program gives you the knowledge, confidence, and real-world skills needed to operate agricultural drones safely, legally, and successfully.

Laws & Regulations
We break down FAA rules, state pesticide regulations, DPR licensing requirements, airspace considerations, and best practices for staying compliant. You’ll understand exactly what is required before you begin commercial operations.

Equipment Training
We cover drone hardware, maintenance, mixing/loading workflows, and system troubleshooting. You’ll know how to set up, care for, and manage your equipment with confidence.

Flight Training
Hands-on flight instruction teaches you how to fly efficiently and safely in real agricultural environments. You’ll learn how to conduct mapping, spray or seeding patterns, adjust for terrain, and operate around orchards, vineyards, and uneven fields.

Whether you're planning to launch a drone spraying business or simply want to understand the industry before you invest, our training provides the perfect foundation for success.

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