Domestic drone makers rush to fill void left by Chinese competitors as farmers face parts shortages and higher costs.

The value of drones on the farm, as high as it is today,” says Russell Hedrick, “will soon go up to levels not even imagined yet.” ...

Many Canadian farmers are eager to use drones to spray pesticides — already common in the United States — but industry groups say slow regulatory approvals are leaving the country years behind its ...

Coalition urges targeted security measures, warning the FCC’s action could disrupt innovation, supply chains, and farmer access to essential spray drone tech ...

Proposed Health Canada regulations would make any pesticides available for aerial application also legal to apply by drone.

Even in areas of Wyoming where wind is a challenge, drone technology is being used or considered to battle fires. Drone technology plays "a big role ...