Connecticut Farms Adopt Agricultural Drones Under New Law

Almanax recently demonstrated its agricultural drones at Cushman Farm in Lebanon, Connecticut, showcasing their capability to assist farmers with watering, seeding, and pesticide application at a lower upfront cost compared to traditional sprayer tractors. These drones represent a step forward in "precision agriculture," enabled by a new state law allowing the use of unmanned aircraft for analyzing and treating crops. The technology is not only improving farming efficiency but also creating jobs requiring technical skills in a field that has historically lacked such innovation. The drones are designed to be lightweight yet effective, potentially allowing for local manufacturing in the future. This high-tech approach is seen as a valuable tool to ease farmers' workloads and modernize agricultural practices in the region.