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2025 agricultural drone use is up 90% since 2020 — and here’s what’s coming
- Global use of agricultural drones has increased by 90% since 2020, with 400,000 drones now in operation worldwide.
- Agricultural drones are being utilized across 100 countries, showing a shift towards drones as essential farm tools rather than mere novelties.
- 400,000 trained pilots, including young people and women, operate the drones, which are used on 300 crop types.
- Drone-powered farming has saved an estimated 222 million tons of water and reduced carbon emissions by 30.87 tons.
- The agricultural drone market, valued at $2.74 billion in 2024, is projected to grow at a CAGR of 25.0% from 2025 to 2030.
- Favorable policies and regulatory developments worldwide have contributed to the expansion of drone use in agriculture.
- Innovations such as the DJI AGRAS T50 have led to greater precision in delivering pesticides, reducing waste and environmental impact.
- Challenges for the agricultural drone market include regulatory hurdles, data security concerns, and the dominance of Chinese manufacturers like DJI.
- Concerns over availability and tariffs on drone imports may impact the market, but companies like DJI remain committed to advancing agricultural drone technology.
- DJ Zhang, Head of Global Sales at DJI Agriculture, emphasizes the importance of innovative drone technology in helping farmers improve efficiency and yields sustainably.
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