HoneyComb Corp. has announced that Papé Machinery will begin selling its system in the Pacific Northwest.

The calculator, developed by Measure, an operator of drones, helps farmers assess the value of using drones in their operations.

The Raptor Module from ATI emits sonic patterns mimicking birds of prey to provide bird control for precision drones.

While the skies aren't completely clear for use of UAVs in agriculture, recent indicators show that the industry may be preparing for takeoff.

Top Intelligence, Inc., an Iowa-based Ag technology business, has partnered with AgPixel to provide high-resolution aerial imagery to growers throughout Iowa and Nebraska. Headquartered in Honey Creek, Iowa, Top Intelligence is one of the premier aerial solution providers in the Midwest.

Federal regulators are looking for ways to ensure that drones operating beyond sight — such as delivery drones — stay away from manned aircraft.

During the last year, Grand Marsh, Wis., strip-tillers Eric and Megan Wallendal have researched and experimented with use of an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle system, primarily to track and treat in-season nutrient deficiencies. They share their lessons learned and return on investment with the system.

A federal law effective Dec. 21, 2015 requires unmanned aircraft registration. Violators will be subject to civil and criminal penalties.

Nathan Stein with SenseFly presents the eBee "Drone to Tractor" system at Agritechnica 2015.