Do I have to buy a drone straight away? No β test the service with us first
Published: 22.10.2026
Agricultural drone β buy or hire? It's the first question every farmer asks. Our advice: start with a drone service on your own land and decide on a purchase after the trial.
In short
No. An agricultural drone is a serious investment: the equipment, batteries, charging, operator training, authorisations and maintenance. The most sensible approach is to first see the results on your own land β and only then work out whether buying pays off.
3 routes β choose yours
| Agrodron service | Trial + purchase | Your own drone straight away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upfront investment | none | none (trial), then purchase | full cost |
| Operator and authorisations | ours | we help with training and obtaining the authorisations | on your side |
| Risk | minimal β you only pay for the work done | low β you decide after the trial | highest |
| Best for | any area | growing farms, grower groups | large areas, service companies |
What a trial with us looks like
- Discussion and quote β crop, area, timing, product (we check the label).
- Treatment on your field β our drone, our operator, and you are welcome to be there.
- Report β flight map, application rate, liquid used, working time.
- Assessing the result β together we compare it with your current method.
- Decision β you either stay with the service or move to your own drone.
When a service is enough
- a few to a dozen or so jobs per season,
- work in difficult conditions (wet fields, tall crops) planned in advance, plus jobs we can do at short notice: mapping, shading, cover crop seeding,
- no one available to become the operator,
- you want to try the technology first.
When buying makes sense
- a large area and many jobs a year,
- your own operator ready for training,
- you plan to offer services to neighbours,
- you need full control over timing.
After the trial β buying on better terms
If, after the service, you decide to buy a DJI Agras through Agrodron:
- choosing a model to suit your acreage and crops,
- operator training and help with CAA authorisation,
- servicing, spare parts and seasonal checks.
Buying or hiring an agricultural drone with Agrodron
Try a drone on your own field β order a no-obligation demonstration job. Quote within 24 hours.
FAQ β frequently asked questions
How much does a drone service cost?
At Agrodron, all services are priced on request. Each job is quoted individually based on the service, area and location. Aerial application of plant protection products is only possible where an HSE aerial application permit covers it. Pricing information: how much drone services cost.
When does it pay to buy an agricultural drone?
When you have a large area, several jobs a year and your own operator, or plans to offer services to others.
Can I see a drone in action before buying?
Yes. On request, we can arrange a demonstration on your land, such as fertiliser spreading or mapping.