Aerial solutions built for
real world challenges
Agriculture
Drone spraying is redefining what’s possible in modern farming. From slug pellets to foliar feeds, fertilisers to pod sealants, we help arable businesses apply inputs exactly where and when they’re needed. Drones can be used for timely applications on wet ground or during tight weather windows, spot treatments for issues like blackgrass and slugs, and reaching inaccessible terrain for bracken control. This technology also allows for late-season nutrition or crop protection without tramline damage, and it can be used for pod sealants to minimise shatter and increase returns. Furthermore, drones are ideal for cover crop establishment in tight weather windows. By operating under our CAA authorisation, certified pilots can deliver commercial applications with full regulatory support.
Horticulture
In controlled environments and high-value open-field systems, drone application offers precise coverage and improved crop protection without disturbing delicate structures or crop canopies. Drones provide a smarter way to manage inputs in high-care systems like tomatoes, cucumbers, and soft fruit due to their fine droplet control, flexible scheduling, and minimal risk to structures. Common uses include applying sun protection and shading products on large-scale commercial glasshouses and using cleaning agents for glasshouses and polytunnels. Drones are also used to deliver biostimulants, trace elements, and wetting agents for uniform canopy coverage and to support trials and product development in protected cropping environments.
Forestry
Forestry environments present unique challenges. Steep gradients, fragile soils, and remote locations often make ground-based access difficult or damaging. Drones offer a safe, efficient alternative that can access rugged terrain without leaving a footprint. They are fast becoming a practical solution for sustainable forest and habitat management. Applications include seedling distribution in hard-to-reach or recently felled areas, insecticide spraying for pests such as Oak Processionary Moth (OPM), fertiliser top-ups on young plantations, and herbicide use around new planting sites to suppress competition. Drones can also support trials and product development in forestry environments.
Amenity & Infrastructure
Beyond traditional agriculture, drones are proving invaluable in the maintenance and protection of public spaces, commercial sites, and utility infrastructure. They provide fast, low-impact solutions in areas where precision, access, and speed matter most. Common applications include solar panel cleaning for commercial arrays, weed control in parks and sports turf, and urban tree spraying for pests and disease management. Drones can also be used for historic structure conservation, such as applying weatherproofing or preservation treatments on ancient masonry, and for controlling invasive species listed on DEFRA’s Plant Health Risk Register. With programmable accuracy and no ground compaction, drones can operate in sensitive or high-risk areas quickly and safely.
Smarter spraying. Broader impact.
Drone technology is reshaping how we manage crops, land and infrastructure, delivering precise treatments with minimal ground impact. From food production to conservation and utilities, drones offer fast, efficient solutions where traditional kit falls short.
AutoSpray Systems is at the forefront of drone innovation in the UK. We led the way by being the first to develop regulatory-standard, peer-reviewed drift data, and the first to develop turbulence protocols. This foundational work made a string of UK and global firsts possible, including the first CAA-approved commercial application of slug pellets and the first use of DiPEL insecticide by drone. Our pioneering efforts have helped shape policy and ensure the safe and effective use of drone technology in agriculture and land management.
We work with farmers, growers, estate managers, and infrastructure teams to deliver safe, sustainable spraying using the XAG P100 Pro. Our commitment to safety is supported by our work to develop regulatory standard data that quantifies spray drift, ensuring we maintain the highest standards. This is further reinforced by our digital records, which provide a 100% transparent spray record for the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Innovation & authorisation
AutoSpray Systems pioneered real-world drift data for the UK, creating the evidence base that enabled the HSE to approve drone-based pesticide application. We now operate under a bespoke Operational Authorisation, allowing our pilots to legally apply products from drones over 25 kg in real-world, commercial settings.
We work closely with farmers, contractors and agronomists to ensure each job is fully compliant, fully documented and fully effective.
Setting the regulatory standard
We have been instrumental in building regulatory pathways for unmanned aerial spraying under the UK’s PPP (Plant Protection Product) framework. We work directly with major pesticide producers to adapt and evaluate their products for drone-specific use cases, ensuring that formulations maintain efficacy when applied from the air. Our team has worked closely with the HSE Chemicals Regulation Division (CRD), the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), and DEFRA, helping to bridge the gap between new drone technologies and existing pesticide laws. We’ve developed compliant aerial application plans, risk assessments, and drift models that regulators can trust, ensuring safety, traceability, and environmental responsibility.
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