Drones for precision agriculture: A practical manual
- From
-
Published on
27.05.25
- Impact Area

Agricultural systems are changing quickly, and modern tools are essential to maximize productivity. To make informed decisions, farmers and researchers need the help of agricultural tools to provide them with accurate and precise input data.
Drones, also known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), are one such tools.
Using drones for agricultural research requires careful planning and clear procedures to derive useful and reliable data. This manual provides a step-by-step guide for researchers and drone operators, from preparing for a flight to collecting and analyzing images. Furthermore, this manual promotes safety, consistency, and high-quality data collection processes.
Related news
-
IRRI and BADC organize crop cafeteria field day to evaluate suitability of rice varieties
International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)27.05.25-
Food security
NOAKHALI, Bangladesh (10 May 2025) — To accelerate the adoption of high-performing rice varieties,…
Read more -
-
Bangladesh Seed Systems Product Diary
International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)23.05.25-
Food security
Rice is a staple food in South Asia and a key source of livelihood for…
Read more -
-
Genome Editing Workshop Equips Scientists for Precision and Responsibility
International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)22.05.25-
Food security
Bangkok, Thailand (May 13-16, 2025) – " How can we clearly explain genome editing, and…
Read more -