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Agricultural Drone Services in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

By Eugen Manoli, Founder and Editor · Updated

Baton Rouge, Louisiana has 2 verified agricultural drone operators listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Together they list rice and cotton as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. Louisiana drone application rates run $14 to $20/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Baton Rouge include drone spraying, fertilizer application, cover crop seeding and crop scouting, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over Louisiana fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus Category 11: Aerial Applicator + Aerial Owner Operator License from Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF), 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.

2
Listed operators
$14 to $20/acre
Louisiana rate range
Rice, Cotton
Top crops served

Drone operators in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Talos Drones
Baton Rouge, LA

High-capacity ag drone application, Southeast & Gulf Coast

Talos Drones operates high-capacity agricultural drone platforms across the Southeast and Gulf Coast, specializing in large-acreage rice, cotton and soybean applications. The company uses heavy-lift spray drones for efficient coverage of Delta and coastal plain farmland, with crews available across Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas and the surrounding region.

FAA Part 137 ✓FAA Part 107 ✓Verified
Drone SprayingFertilizer ApplicationCover Crop Seeding
Price on request
LSU AgCenter
Baton Rouge, LA

LSU Extension drone research & producer education, Baton Rouge

The LSU AgCenter Precision Agriculture program conducts applied drone research and farmer training across Louisiana. Extension agents and researchers evaluate drone-applied fungicides on rice and soybeans, run UAV mapping demonstrations and provide county-level workshops to help producers integrate drone technology into their operations.

FAA Part 107 ✓Verified
Crop ScoutingAerial MappingPilot Training+1 more
Price on request

Crops served by Baton Rouge drone operators

CropOperatorsRate ($/acre)Window
Rice2$14 to $22May to Aug
Cotton2$14 to $20Jun to Oct
Soybeans2$12 to $18Jul to Sep
Corn2$12 to $18Jul to Aug
Cover Crops1$12 to $18Aug to Oct

Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. Louisiana statewide range: $14 to $20/acre. Estimate your job →

Baton Rouge drone operator credentials

2 of 2
FAA Part 107 (Remote Pilot)
1 of 2
FAA Part 137 (Ag Aircraft)
0 of 2
NDAA Section 848 compliant

Commercial agricultural drone application in Louisiana requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus Category 11: Aerial Applicator + Aerial Owner Operator License from Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF). Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.

How to hire a drone operator in Baton Rouge

  1. 1
    Estimate your acreage and budget

    Use the spray cost calculator to model Baton Rouge jobs against the $14 to $20/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Baton Rouge jobs are rice), and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.

  2. 2
    Verify FAA Part 137 and Louisiana licensing

    Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and Category 11: Aerial Applicator + Aerial Owner Operator License. 1 of 2 Baton Rouge operators in this directory list Part 137. Ask for a copy of their certificate and state license number before signing.

  3. 3
    Book the application window early

    Rice treatment in Louisiana typically lands in the May to Aug window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Baton Rouge 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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Related crop guides for Louisiana

Rice in Louisiana →Cotton in Louisiana →

FAQs about drone spraying in Baton Rouge

Drone spraying in Baton Rouge typically runs $14 to $20/acre, in line with the broader Louisiana 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Rice jobs in Louisiana 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.

2 verified agricultural drone operators are listed in the directory for Baton Rouge, Louisiana: Talos Drones, LSU AgCenter. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.

Of the 2 Baton Rouge operators listed, 2 hold FAA Part 107 (Remote Pilot Certificate) and 1 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, Louisiana requires Category 11: Aerial Applicator + Aerial Owner Operator License from Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) for any commercial drone pesticide application.