Agriculture is one of the top verticals for the drone industry. A study by the Farm Journal says that about thirty percent of farmers in the US are already using drone technology; another 30 percent say they'll use them this year. Market reports put the value of the agriculture sector at over $2 billion in the next few years. The ROI for the sector is already clear - and … [Read more...] about Toro Invests in GreenSight Agronomics to Integrate Drones and Irrigation Systems
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Why Drone Rental Centers are the Future of Commercial Drones
The adoption of commercial drones is skyrocketing. Research estimates of the commercial drone market vary from $2 billion to $20 billion: but however you measure it, the market is huge and growing. Enterprise adoption offers some barriers to entry. Industrial drones can be an expensive investment for companies not yet convinced about the ROI of a drone program. Businesses … [Read more...] about Why Drone Rental Centers are the Future of Commercial Drones
Drone Manufacturers Seek Partners to Participate in UAS Integration Pilot Program
Manufacturers, including market leader DJI, are seeking state, local and tribal government partners to participate in the UAS Integration Pilot Program. The Pilot Program introduced earlier this month calls for state, local and tribal governments to work with industry partners to propose drone programs in their communities. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will … [Read more...] about Drone Manufacturers Seek Partners to Participate in UAS Integration Pilot Program
5 Drone Applications Legal in Europe – But Not in the US
The drone industry isn't limited by technology. The technology exists to use drones to carry people, things, and tools: the variety of payloads and hardware available is stunning. But not all of this technology can be used. Commercial applications are limited primarily by regulations. Drone regulations in heavily utilized airspace are critical to ensure the safety of the … [Read more...] about 5 Drone Applications Legal in Europe – But Not in the US
The Top 5 Jobs for Small Drone Operators
As the drone industry booms, more and more businesses are using commercial drone applications. But who is hiring the most small drone operators? Based on data from our sister site, Jobfordrones.com, here are the top 5 jobs for small drone operators. Top Job #1: Real Estate Whether the property market booms or busts, there are always realtors trying to sell homes. … [Read more...] about The Top 5 Jobs for Small Drone Operators
