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Philrice testing rice farm pest control via drones

MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) is utilizing drone technology to spray herbicides and manage weeds in rice plantations.

According to PhilRice, researchers have discovered that drones can effectively control weeds in wet direct-seeded rice. This advancement has the potential to transform weed management into a modern farming practice.

“This is especially useful for large rice fields,” the institute noted, highlighting the benefits of adopting drone technology in agriculture.

https://business.inquirer.net/551041/philrice-testing-rice-farm-pest-control-via-drone

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