Agricultural Drone Rice Cultivation Labor-Saving Project: FLIGHT-AG × Rizocare Experiment Progress Report 3

As a sequel to the rice direct seeding experiment using the agricultural drone "FLIGHT-AG," we present the results report after the harvest.
First of all, we were able to successfully reach the harvest!
The growth of the rice was steady, and there was no lodging, allowing it to withstand until harvest.
However, the yield was slightly lower compared to other plots. The farmers mentioned, "We expected a decrease in yield, but considering the labor involved, it's not a problem." In particular, the significant reduction in the time required for seedling raising and planting was appreciated, and overall, they seemed satisfied.
The time spent on seedling raising and planting is said to account for one-fourth of the total working time, and by using drone broadcasting, significant time and cost reductions are anticipated.
Additionally, upon checking the condition of the stubble after harvesting, we found that there was almost no unevenness, indicating that the spraying performance of our equipment is sufficient.
In summary, this experiment shows that while there are indeed risks such as bird damage, lodging, and reduced yield with direct seeding, there is a significant advantage in drastically reducing working time by using drones.
We will continue to work towards achieving efficient and sustainable agriculture.


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