Why Drones Are the Smart Choice After Heavy Rains in Central Illinois Bean Fields

Here in Central Illinois, we’ve seen several consecutive days of heavy rainfall recently. While that may be good for growing conditions, it creates a real challenge when it comes time to spray your beans. Saturated fields are no place for a heavy sprayer rig and that’s where drone spraying shows its value.

Here at Skybusters Drone Services, we specialize in precision aerial spraying that keeps your operation moving forward even when the ground says, “not yet.” Here are a few reasons why choosing drone spraying after heavy rains can protect your crop and your soil:  

Zero Soil Compaction

After a few days of serious rain, heavy traditional ground rigs can compact your saturated soil. This compaction harms root development, reduces water infiltration, and can affect yield for seasons to come. Our DJI Agras T40 drones hover above the canopy, which ensures they don’t leave tire tracks while not causing any rutting or compaction.

No Risk of Getting Stuck

A wet field can literally stop a ground rig in its tracks. Getting stuck in the mud means delays, equipment recovery costs, and wasted labor time. Drone spraying removes that risk entirely. We can spray right after the rain if needed without having to wait for the ground to dry out.

Stay on Schedule for Maximum Yield

Timing is everything in agriculture. Whether you’re targeting early vegetable herbicide passes or applying fungicides at R1, missing the ideal window can reduce effectiveness and cost you yield. But our drones will keep you on time, even when Mouther Nature throws us a curveball.

Protect Plant Structure and Field Integrity

Ground equipment not only compresses soil but can also damage young plants or disturb rows during tight turns. With drones, we spray from the air using downward prop-wash to ensure even, targeted coverage with no physical contact or disruption to your stand.

Ideal for Wet Illinois Summers

In Central Illinois, wet weeks like these recent ones aren’t uncommon in the summer. By choosing Skybusters, you’re choosing a spraying method built for these exact conditions—agile, accurate, and dependable, no matter the mud.

Ready to Spray Without Sinking Your Rig?

Skybusters Drone Services can help you stay ahead of the weather while protecting your investment. We’re proud residents of Central Illinois, and we take great pride in the work we do. Contact us today for quick scheduling and tailored application strategies.