Battle Creek, MI
One of first two commercially licensed drone applicators in Michigan (2021). Provides Part 137 consulting and drone maintenance alongside spray services.
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Agricultural Drone Services in Battle Creek, Michigan
By Eugen Manoli, Founder and Editor · Updated
Battle Creek, Michigan has 3 verified agricultural drone operators listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Together they list grapes / vineyards and row crops as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. Michigan drone application rates run $14 to $22/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Battle Creek include drone spraying, aerial mapping, crop scouting and ag consulting, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over Michigan fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus AE (Aerial Standard) + Core + use categories from Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), 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
$14 to $22/acre
Michigan rate range
Grapes / Vineyards, Row Crops
Top crops served
Drone spraying services available in Battle Creek
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3 of the Battle Creek operators list drone spraying as a core service, with most jobs targeting grapes / vineyards fungicide and herbicide passes. Typical mission size runs 40 to 800 acres per day per drone.
Drone operators in Battle Creek, Michigan
Battle Creek, MI
Drone crop spraying. DJI Agras. Vineyards (5-10 ac/hr) tree fruit row crops. $150/hour.
Drone Spraying
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Battle Creek, MI
Field-border insecticide spot spraying water hemp broadcast fungicide. XAG P140. First 2 licensed MI applicators (2021).
Drone Spraying
Price on request
Crops served by Battle Creek drone operators
| Crop | Operators | Rate ($/acre) | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grapes / Vineyards | 2 | $18 to $30 | Mar to Sep |
| Row Crops | 1 | $12 to $22 | May to Oct |
Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. Michigan statewide range: $14 to $22/acre. Estimate your job →
Battle Creek 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 Michigan requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus AE (Aerial Standard) + Core + use categories from Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.
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How to hire a drone operator in Battle Creek
- 1Estimate your acreage and budget
Use the spray cost calculator to model Battle Creek jobs against the $14 to $22/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Battle Creek jobs are grapes / vineyards), and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.
- 2Verify FAA Part 137 and Michigan licensing
Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and AE (Aerial Standard) + Core + use categories. 1 of 3 Battle Creek 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
Grapes / Vineyards treatment in Michigan typically lands in the Mar to Sep window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek
Drone spraying in Battle Creek typically runs $14 to $22/acre, in line with the broader Michigan 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Grapes / Vineyards jobs in Michigan 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.
3 verified agricultural drone operators are listed in the directory for Battle Creek, Michigan: OnPoint Applications Group LLC, Aerial Ag Technologies, On Point Application Group LLC. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.
Of the 3 Battle Creek operators listed, 1 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, Michigan requires AE (Aerial Standard) + Core + use categories from Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) for any commercial drone pesticide application.