Paducah, Kentucky has 1 verified agricultural drone operator listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Western Kentucky Mississippi-Ohio confluence; surrounding counties anchor corn, soybean and grain production. Together they list corn and soybeans as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. Kentucky drone application rates run $14 to $19/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Paducah include drone spraying, fertilizer application, crop scouting, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over Kentucky fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus Category 11: Aerial Certification (explicitly includes UAS) from Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), and many also carry FAA Part 137 for commercial agricultural aircraft operations. Contact the operators below directly for season availability, exact per-acre pricing and to confirm license and insurance status before booking.
Western Kentucky precision ag drone services
Bestway Ag provides drone spraying and precision agriculture services across western Kentucky and southern Illinois, specializing in corn, soybean and wheat fungicide programs. The operation uses DJI Agras equipment and offers custom application scheduling for large row-crop farms.
Paducah sits in McCracken County with a population of approximately 27,137 (US Census Bureau Places).
Western Kentucky Mississippi-Ohio confluence; surrounding counties anchor corn, soybean and grain production.
Sources: USDA NASS Census of Agriculture (county-level cropland and farm-receipts tables) and US Census Bureau Places gazetteer. Confirm exact figures via primary source for any decision-grade use.
| Crop | Operators | Rate ($/acre) | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corn | 1 | $12 to $18 | Jul to Aug |
| Soybeans | 1 | $12 to $18 | Jul to Sep |
| Wheat | 1 | $12 to $16 | May to Jun |
| Cover Crops | 1 | $12 to $18 | Aug to Oct |
Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. Kentucky statewide range: $14 to $19/acre. Estimate your job →
Commercial agricultural drone application in Kentucky requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus Category 11: Aerial Certification (explicitly includes UAS) from Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA). 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 Kentucky and federally.
Use the spray cost calculator to model Paducah jobs against the $14 to $19/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Paducah 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 11: Aerial Certification (explicitly includes UAS). 0 of 1 Paducah operators in this directory list Part 137. Ask for a copy of their certificate and state license number before signing.
Corn treatment in Kentucky typically lands in the Jul to Aug window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Paducah 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 Paducah typically runs $14 to $19/acre, in line with the broader Kentucky 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Corn jobs in Kentucky 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 Paducah, Kentucky: Bestway Ag. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.
Of the 1 Paducah operators listed, 1 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, Kentucky requires Category 11: Aerial Certification (explicitly includes UAS) from Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) for any commercial drone pesticide application.
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