Regional Update – Stuart Vlahov, Grower, Ellendale, WA

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This Regional Update Podcast episode, we're joined by grower Stuart Vlahov from Western Australia.

Stu is a grower in Ellendale, WA, around 35kms south-east of Geraldton near Walkaway, who has recently been using two drones to spray crops within his mixed farming operation spanning 3500ha.

With bogged crops and wild radish flourishing, Stu is employing the two DJI drones for weed control and fertiliser application. Talking with us about the drone's short down time, price, set-up and future applications, Stu is keen to see the space change and evolve.

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Ask an Expert Article: Can drones provide early warning of herbicide resistance?

Tristan Steventon, StevTech drone and data specialist says ultra-high-resolution cameras on drones provide a practical way to rapidly and remotely collect weed data for spray jobs and to monitor changes over time.

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