Kazakh Scientists Develop Drone Technology to Protect Crops From Pests

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Kazakh researchers have introduced BioDrop, a drone-based system for the automated distribution of beneficial insects on crops.
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Scientists at the Zhiembayev Kazakh Research Institute of Plant Protection and Quarantine have developed a drone-based system to automatically disperse beneficial insects across agricultural fields, the Ministry of Agriculture reported on September 2.
The newly developed technology, named BioDrop, is designed to enhance biological crop protection by making pest control operations faster and more efficient. The system utilizes biodegradable spherical capsules to ensure the precise deployment of insects.
This domestic innovation aims to help agricultural producers effectively protect their crops while potentially reducing reliance on chemical pesticides.
Source: The Astana Times
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