An increasing number of farmers are using drones to spray and spread fertilizer on their land.
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An increasing number of farmers are using drones to spray and spread fertilizer on their land.
RNZ's Business Editor Corin Dann visited the "Drone Zone" at Fieldays to see the tech for himself.
He spoke to AeroLab owner Craig Simpson, who said that drones are now at the stage that they were replacing helicopters, but added there were also specific situations when only drones could get the job done.
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Drone contractors can reach steep, wet blocks faster than other vehicles.
They could be the cleaners, couriers and conservationists of the future.
The rural economy is currently booming thanks to strong export returns in dairy, red meat, horticulture and wool.
The annual agricultural showcase kicks off in Mystery Creek on Wednesday morning.
The rural economy is currently booming thanks to strong export returns in dairy, red meat, horticulture and wool.
The Health & Wellbeing Hub now draws about 30,000 visitors over four days.
