Drones in potato farming - A bird’s-eye view of the future

In this article, PotatoLink explores how drones are being used on Australian potato farms—not just for scouting, but as a practical tool for chemical application. Featuring insights from contract drone operator Rhys Muir, the piece covers key advantages such as improved canopy coverage, reduced soil compaction, and the potential for input savings during wet conditions. With commentary from a recent industry demonstration day, the article looks at how drone technology is being adopted, what it takes to get started, and where it might go next.

Read about it in Issue 17 of PotatoLink Magazine.

“We’re four years in and the tech’s jumped ten levels. It’s here to stay – and it’s only going to get better.”
- Rhys Muir