Join MU Extension specialists for a full day of discussion and hands-on training over using drones in Missouri agriculture!
Through the duration of the program, various kinds of drones currently being used in agricultural settings and what is required of remote pilots to utilize these technologies will be covered. MU Extension specialists will introduce many capabilities of small drones and large utility drones commonly used for spraying or spreading materials, as well as giving examples of how these technologies can be utilized by entrepreneurs in their business models.
The morning will be spent in the classroom with lecture and discussion.
The afternoon will be devoted to field exercises where attendees will receive dedicated training on manual flight maneuvers of small and large drones, as well as autonomous mission planning and task implementation for drone imaging, spraying, and spreading.
Cost: $100
Contact: Valerie Tate, tatev@missouri.edu, 660-895-5123
