Visalia, CA
Farmer-founded drone dealer launched by successful US growers. Martin Hein manages 6000+ acres in Visalia and actively uses drones on almonds and citrus.
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Agricultural Drone Services in Visalia, California
By Eugen Manoli, Founder and Editor · Updated
Visalia, California has 1 verified agricultural drone operator listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Tulare County is one of the top US ag counties; dairy, citrus, almonds and grapes anchor the production base. Together they list orchards and grapes / vineyards as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. California drone application rates run $15 to $35/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Visalia include drone spraying, equipment rental, equipment sales and ag consulting, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over California fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus CDPR Unmanned Pest Control Aircraft Pilot Certificate from CDPR (CalEPA), and many also carry FAA Part 137 for commercial agricultural aircraft operations. Contact the operators below directly for season availability, exact per-acre pricing and to confirm license and insurance status before booking.
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Listed operators
$15 to $35/acre
California rate range
Orchards, Grapes / Vineyards
Top crops served
Drone operators in Visalia, California
Visalia ag-county context
Visalia sits in Tulare County with a population of approximately 141,384 (US Census Bureau Places).
Tulare County is one of the top US ag counties; dairy, citrus, almonds and grapes anchor the production base.
Sources: USDA NASS Census of Agriculture (county-level cropland and farm-receipts tables) and US Census Bureau Places gazetteer. Confirm exact figures via primary source for any decision-grade use.
Crops served by Visalia drone operators
| Crop | Operators | Rate ($/acre) | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchards | 1 | $20 to $35 | Mar to Aug |
| Grapes / Vineyards | 1 | $18 to $30 | Mar to Sep |
Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. California statewide range: $15 to $35/acre. Estimate your job →
Visalia drone operator credentials
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FAA Part 107 (Remote Pilot)
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FAA Part 137 (Ag Aircraft)
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NDAA Section 848 compliant
Commercial agricultural drone application in California requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus CDPR Unmanned Pest Control Aircraft Pilot Certificate from CDPR (CalEPA). Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.
Verify Visalia drone operator credentials
Primary-source references for verifying ag drone operator credentials in California and federally.
How to hire a drone operator in Visalia
- 1Estimate your acreage and budget
Use the spray cost calculator to model Visalia jobs against the $15 to $35/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Visalia jobs are orchards), and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.
- 2Verify FAA Part 137 and California licensing
Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and CDPR Unmanned Pest Control Aircraft Pilot Certificate. 0 of 1 Visalia operators in this directory list Part 137. Ask for a copy of their certificate and state license number before signing.
- 3Book the application window early
Orchards treatment in California typically lands in the Mar to Aug window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Visalia operators below 4 to 6 weeks ahead with field maps, target product and a preferred date range. Confirm insurance certificates name your farm as additional insured before the first flight.
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FAQs about drone spraying in Visalia
Drone spraying in Visalia typically runs $15 to $35/acre, in line with the broader California 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Orchards jobs in California sit toward the lower end of that range when fields are large and contiguous. Use the spray cost calculator to model your specific acreage before requesting quotes.
1 verified agricultural drone operators are listed in the directory for Visalia, California: FlyingAg / Hein Ranch Co.. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.
Of the 1 Visalia operators listed, 0 hold FAA Part 107 (Remote Pilot Certificate) and 0 hold FAA Part 137 (Agricultural Aircraft Operator), which is the federal credential required for commercial agricultural application. 0 list NDAA Section 848 compliant equipment. On the state side, California requires CDPR Unmanned Pest Control Aircraft Pilot Certificate from CDPR (CalEPA) for any commercial drone pesticide application.