Rochester, New York has 1 verified agricultural drone operator listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Western New York Lake Plain; surrounding counties anchor apple, cherry and processing-vegetable production. Together they list corn and soybeans as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. New York drone application rates run $16 to $28/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Rochester include aerial mapping, crop scouting, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over New York fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus Category 11: Aerial Application from New York State DEC, and many also carry FAA Part 137 for commercial agricultural aircraft operations. Contact the operators below directly for season availability, exact per-acre pricing and to confirm license and insurance status before booking.
FAA Part 107 certified and fully insured drone mapping operator serving western New York. Operates a DJI Mavic 3M with RGB and multispectral cameras. Specializes in RGB orthomosaic maps, vegetation index mapping, variable rate prescriptions and digital surface modeling.
Rochester sits in Monroe County with a population of approximately 211,328 (US Census Bureau Places).
Western New York Lake Plain; surrounding counties anchor apple, cherry and processing-vegetable production.
Sources: USDA NASS Census of Agriculture (county-level cropland and farm-receipts tables) and US Census Bureau Places gazetteer. Confirm exact figures via primary source for any decision-grade use.
| Crop | Operators | Rate ($/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 |
| Alfalfa | 1 | $14 to $20 | Apr to Sep |
| Grapes / Vineyards | 1 | $18 to $30 | Mar to Sep |
| Orchards | 1 | $20 to $35 | Mar to Aug |
| Pasture and Rangeland | 1 | $14 to $25 | Apr to Sep |
| Potatoes | 1 | $16 to $24 | May to Sep |
| Cover Crops | 1 | $12 to $18 | Aug to Oct |
| Row Crops | 1 | $12 to $22 | May to Oct |
Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. New York statewide range: $16 to $28/acre. Estimate your job →
Commercial agricultural drone application in New York requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus Category 11: Aerial Application from New York State DEC. 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 New York and federally.
Use the spray cost calculator to model Rochester jobs against the $16 to $28/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Rochester 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 Application. 0 of 1 Rochester operators in this directory list Part 137. Ask for a copy of their certificate and state license number before signing.
Corn treatment in New York typically lands in the Jul to Aug window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Rochester 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 Rochester typically runs $16 to $28/acre, in line with the broader New York 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Corn jobs in New York 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 Rochester, New York: EcoAg Aerial Imaging. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.
Of the 1 Rochester 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, New York requires Category 11: Aerial Application from New York State DEC for any commercial drone pesticide application.
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