Tifton, Georgia has 1 verified agricultural drone operator listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. South Georgia ag-research hub; Tift County is among the top US peanut-producing counties. Home of UGA Tifton Campus. Together they list corn and soybeans as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. Georgia drone application rates run $16 to $26/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Tifton include pilot training, ag consulting, crop scouting, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over Georgia fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus Category 34: Aerial Methods. Recognizes both Part 107 and Part 137. from Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA), and many also carry FAA Part 137 for commercial agricultural aircraft operations. Contact the operators below directly for season availability, exact per-acre pricing and to confirm license and insurance status before booking.
Tifton GA · Drone Dock autonomous refueling research + extension education
University of Georgia Tifton campus research lab developing the Drone Dock, an autonomous refueling and reloading station for large ag drones. Led by Extension Precision Ag Specialist Simer Virk, who frequently presents at field days. Key research hub for peanuts, pecans, peaches, blueberries and row crops in Georgia.
Tifton sits in Tift County with a population of approximately 17,234 (US Census Bureau Places).
South Georgia ag-research hub; Tift County is among the top US peanut-producing counties. Home of UGA Tifton Campus.
Sources: USDA NASS Census of Agriculture (county-level cropland and farm-receipts tables) and US Census Bureau Places gazetteer. Confirm exact figures via primary source for any decision-grade use.
| Crop | Operators | Rate ($/acre) | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corn | 1 | $12 to $18 | Jul to Aug |
| Soybeans | 1 | $12 to $18 | Jul to Sep |
| Orchards | 1 | $20 to $35 | Mar to Aug |
| Cover Crops | 1 | $12 to $18 | Aug to Oct |
Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. Georgia statewide range: $16 to $26/acre. Estimate your job →
Commercial agricultural drone application in Georgia requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus Category 34: Aerial Methods. Recognizes both Part 107 and Part 137. from Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA). Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.
Primary-source references for verifying ag drone operator credentials in Georgia and federally.
Use the spray cost calculator to model Tifton jobs against the $16 to $26/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Tifton jobs are corn), and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.
Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and Category 34: Aerial Methods. Recognizes both Part 107 and Part 137.. 0 of 1 Tifton operators in this directory list Part 137. Ask for a copy of their certificate and state license number before signing.
Corn treatment in Georgia typically lands in the Jul to Aug window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Tifton 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.
Drone spraying in Tifton typically runs $16 to $26/acre, in line with the broader Georgia 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Corn jobs in Georgia 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 Tifton, Georgia: UGA Tifton. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.
Of the 1 Tifton 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, Georgia requires Category 34: Aerial Methods. Recognizes both Part 107 and Part 137. from Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) for any commercial drone pesticide application.
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