Get ready to elevate your farming and ranching practices at the "Drones in Ag Conference," hosted by the Nebraska Extension and the Nebraska Agricultural Technologies Association. Set to take place on Aug. 3 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension, and Education Center in Ithaca, this exciting event is set to transform the agricultural landscape.
Drones have emerged as a game-changing tool in modern agriculture, and this conference promises to showcase their immense potential. Packed with speakers, live demonstrations, and even a lunchtime film festival, attendees will be immersed in the cutting-edge world of agricultural drone technology.
The highlight of the conference will be the keynote speech by Mike O'Shea, program manager for the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration. He will provide unique insights into the "FAA Perspective on Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
Throughout the event, experts will share invaluable knowledge on diverse topics, including drone law, practical applications of UAS in agronomy, photo/video production with drones, and their usage in the ag classroom. Attendees will also explore the whirlwind of opportunities agricultural drones present, from efficient crop intelligence to aerial crop scouting.
The conference will offer break-out sessions along three tracks, delving into "Operating a Drone Business" and exploring the transformative impact of "Drones in Livestock Production. Field demonstrations will showcase drones in action for mapping, product application, livestock monitoring, and more.
With a lunchtime film festival, attendees can submit their own drone videos for a chance to win exciting prizes.
Don't miss this chance to propel your agricultural endeavors to new heights with the latest drone technologies. Register now at the NEATA website https://neata.org/ and embrace the future of farming with drones!
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