Terra Agri, a subsidiary of Japan-based Terra Drone Corporation, a global leader in drone and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) solutions, successfully carried out a bagworm spraying project through Terra Drone Agri in Malaysia and Terra Drone Indonesia in Indonesia. The initiative partnered with Behn Meyer Malaysia and Indonesia for a multinational company. Spanning 2,158 hectares across northern and eastern Malaysia and South Sumatra, Indonesia, the project underscores the transformative impact of drone technology in agricultural pest management.
Bagworm infestations pose an ongoing challenge for palm oil plantations, leading to substantial crop damage and financial losses. Conventional pest control methods often prove ineffective due to their lack of precision and inefficient resource usage. Terra Agri addressed these issues by deploying G30 and E16 blanket spraying drones, providing a more efficient, precise, and sustainable solution for pest management.
In Indonesia, plantations generally require lower pesticide volumes, making daily operational targets more manageable. Smaller drones, such as the E16, offer a practical and cost-effective solution for these conditions. Conversely, in Malaysia, there is a greater demand for drones with larger tank capacities to accommodate extensive spraying needs. Terra Agri utilizes the G30 drone for bagworm control projects to address this requirement.
Both the E16 and G30 drones are effective for blanket spraying, providing a swath width of 4 to 4.5 meters. However, the G30 offers greater efficiency, covering up to 0.66 hectares per flight, whereas the E16 covers 0.33 hectares. The G30 also features a larger tank capacity of 30 liters than the E16’s 16 liters. Regarding flight duration, the G30 operates for 8 to 9 minutes when carrying chemicals, while the E16 flies for approximately 4 minutes. The G30’s flight time extends 10 to 15 minutes without a chemical load, whereas the E16 can operate for 8 to 12 minutes. These distinctions make the G30 more suitable for large-scale operations requiring extended flight time and higher efficiency, while the E16 is ideal for smaller-scale applications.
Terra Agri tailors its drone selection to the specific requirements of each field, optimizing results for every project. Additionally, its collaboration with Behn Meyer strengthened its drone services by incorporating high-quality chemical pest management solutions customized to client needs. While Terra Agri provided advanced drone technology and precision applications, Behn Meyer contributed its expertise in premium agricultural chemicals and a deep understanding of local conditions. This partnership enabled a seamless and targeted approach to address client challenges and achieve outstanding results effectively.
(Source: Terra Drone Corporation)
