Winfield, IL
Specializes in custom-built spray drone trailers and precision aerial application. One of the first companies in the region to bring precision drone spraying to agriculture.
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Agricultural Drone Services in Wausau, Wisconsin
By Eugen Manoli, Founder and Editor · Updated
Wausau, Wisconsin sits in Marathon County, an ag-relevant region with statewide drone-spray operator coverage available; this page surfaces the crops, rates and licensing context for Wausau farmers booking work. Marathon County is the largest ginseng-producing county in the United States and a heavy dairy-forage region. Primary crops in Wisconsin include corn and soybeans, each with established 2026 drone-spray rate bands. Wisconsin drone application rates run $13 to $18/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Every operator working over Wisconsin fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus Category 9.9: Aerial Applicator (supplementary certification under ATCP 29.28) from Wisconsin DATCP, and many also carry FAA Part 137 for commercial agricultural aircraft operations. Contact statewide operators in the Wisconsin directory below for Wausau availability, or list your business free if you serve Wausau.
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Listed operators
$13 to $18/acre
Wisconsin rate range
Corn, Soybeans
Top crops served
Drone operators serving WisconsinNo operator listed at the Wausau city level yet. 16 statewide operators cover Wisconsin and most can serve Wausau fields with reasonable travel.
Central, IA
Central Minnesota precision drone service covering six upper Midwest states. Can begin work same day as initial site visit.
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Marshfield, WI
Wisconsin-based agricultural drone applicator and dealer founded by Jeramy Williams (CEO and Founder) in 2020 in Marshfield, WI. Provides custom liquid and dry applications, cover crop seeding and crop monitoring across Wisconsin and surrounding states. Also a full-service drone dealer offering equipment, training and licensing support for farmers and new operators. Cited as the largest custom drone applicator and largest ag drone dealer in Wisconsin; provided FAA Part 108 testimony in Washington DC; partnered with ProfitProAG. Operates DJI Agras (models pending) and XAG (models pending) including the DJI Agras T100.
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Central, WI
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Antigo, WI
Farmer-owned custom aerial application in Antigo WI. 15+ years pesticide application experience. Fleet of three DJI Agras drones on double-decker trailer. DATCP and Part 137 licensed.
Operator states: FAA Part 137
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Durand, WI
Agricultural drone sales and custom application. ASD network.
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Northeastern Wisconsin, WI
Precision drone spraying fungicide/pesticide + cover crop overseeding. XAG P100 Pro (~70 ac/hr).
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Rock County, WI
Drone spraying of pesticides fertilizers and seeds. Full-field or targeted.
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Wisconsin, WI
Drone fungicide & cover crop application. Grain dairy potato cranberry.
Drone SprayingCover Crop Seeding
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Wisconsin, WI
Crop spraying service: pest control weed management nutrient application.
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GPS-guided ag spraying (pesticides/herbicides/fertilizers) + multispectral imaging.
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, WI
Drone spraying & aerial seeding ag/forestry/aquatic/turf. S central WI (Dane Co.).
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Wausau ag-county context
Wausau sits in Marathon County with a population of approximately 39,994 (US Census Bureau Places).
Marathon County is the largest ginseng-producing county in the United States and a heavy dairy-forage region.
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.
Crops served by Wausau drone operators
| Crop | Operators | Rate ($/acre) | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corn | 0 | $12 to $18 | Jul to Aug |
| Soybeans | 0 | $12 to $18 | Jul to Sep |
| Cover Crops | 0 | $12 to $18 | Aug to Oct |
Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. Wisconsin statewide range: $13 to $18/acre. Estimate your job →
Required credentials for drone operators serving Wausau
Commercial agricultural drone application in Wisconsin requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus Category 9.9: Aerial Applicator (supplementary certification under ATCP 29.28) from Wisconsin DATCP. Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.
Verify Wausau drone operator credentials
Primary-source references for verifying ag drone operator credentials in Wisconsin and federally.
How to hire a drone operator in Wausau
- 1Estimate your acreage and budget
Use the spray cost calculator to model Wausau jobs against the $13 to $18/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Wausau jobs are corn), and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.
- 2Verify FAA Part 137 and Wisconsin licensing
Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and Category 9.9: Aerial Applicator (supplementary certification under ATCP 29.28). 0 of 0 Wausau 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
Corn treatment in Wisconsin typically lands in the Jul to Aug window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Wausau 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 Wausau
Drone spraying in Wausau typically runs $13 to $18/acre, in line with the broader Wisconsin 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Corn jobs in Wisconsin 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.
Wausau does not yet have an operator listed at the city level, but 16 drone operators cover Wisconsin statewide and most can serve Wausau fields with reasonable travel. See the statewide grid below or use the spray cost calculator to estimate a job before reaching out. If you provide drone services in Wausau, list your business free to anchor this page.
Any operator booking commercial drone pesticide application over Wausau fields needs three credentials: FAA Part 107 (Remote Pilot Certificate) for the pilot, FAA Part 137 (Agricultural Aircraft Operator Certificate) for the business, and Category 9.9: Aerial Applicator (supplementary certification under ATCP 29.28) from Wisconsin DATCP. Confirm all three before any application; many operators also carry NDAA Section 848 compliance for cost-share eligible work.