Horticulture

Transforming Horticulture with DJI Drone Technology in New Zealand

Protect Crops with Automated Bird and Pest Deterrence
DJI drones give horticulture businesses the ability to patrol and protect crops with pre-programmed flight paths and programmable sirens that deter birds and other pests. This automated approach reduces manual labour, prevents crop damage, and ensures consistent coverage across orchards, vineyards, and berry farms.

Monitor Plant Health with Multispectral Imaging
Equipped with advanced multispectral sensors, DJI drones can detect water stress, nutrient deficiencies, and early signs of disease long before they are visible to the human eye. This data-driven insight enables growers to take timely, targeted action to maintain crop health and maximise yields.

Precision Spraying, Seeding, and Nutrient Application
DJI agricultural platforms are designed for precision horticulture, delivering targeted spraying, seeding, and nutrient application. This reduces chemical use, lowers labour costs, and eliminates soil compaction while ensuring even, efficient coverage of crops.

Real-Time Aerial Mapping and Crop Monitoring
High-resolution aerial imagery allows growers to monitor irrigation, assess crop stress, and identify pest outbreaks in real time. This empowers fast, informed decision-making that improves productivity and reduces waste.

Fully Autonomous Operations with DJI Dock
The DJI Dock takes horticulture drone operations to the next level by enabling continuous, fully autonomous flights. Pre-programmed missions can be launched remotely, with instant cloud data upload —all without an on-site pilot. This is ideal for large-scale horticulture operations that require regular, consistent monitoring.

Local Expertise and Support
Ferntech, based in Auckland and Christchurch, provides expert advice, installation, training, and technical support for horticulture drone solutions. With access to the latest DJI technology and integration with advanced agricultural software, Ferntech helps growers achieve greater productivity, sustainability, and profitability.