Virginia Tech School of Plant and Environmental Sciences – Drone Program

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Land-grant UAS precision ag research & Extension – Blacksburg VA

Blacksburg, VA

Virginia Tech's School of Plant and Environmental Sciences operates a drone precision agriculture program conducting applied research on UAV-based spraying, remote sensing, and variable-rate application. The program delivers producer workshops, Extension field days, and FAA Part 107 training across Virginia in partnership with county Extension offices.

Services offered

Pilot Training Crop Scouting Aerial Mapping Ag Consulting

Crops serviced

Corn Soybeans Wheat Grapes / Vineyards Orchards

Equipment used

DJI Agras T50

Certifications & compliance

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

States served (2)

Virginia West Virginia