Volatus Aerospace Inc. will deploy its advanced drone operations to conduct multispectral aerial surveys for agricultural sites in North America, after securing a new national agriculture contract supporting data-driven crop intelligence.
Under a contract awarded by a leading North American crop intelligence provider, Volatus will conduct aerial surveys at 21 agricultural sites across Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba, and Quebec. Each location will be surveyed twice during the growing season to capture vital data on plant health and crop performance.
With field pilots currently conducting operations, Volatus is also developing advanced operational models that incorporate beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS), remote operation, and drone-in-a-box technologies for continuous crop monitoring throughout the growing season.
This agriculture initiative strengthens Volatus’ growing portfolio of drone-based services and further demonstrates its ability to execute large-scale, time-sensitive projects across diverse geographies and industries.
According to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, smart farming including the use of drone and sensor technology is key to addressing challenges such as sustainable food production, rising input costs, and the need for improved yields. Volatus asserts that this contract aligns with those trends, and demonstrates how the company is turning agricultural innovation into real revenue.
Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace, commented, “This contract showcases Volatus’ unique ability to scale drone operations efficiently across Canada. Our growing network of local teams enables rapid mobilization in rural and remote areas, and this project sets the stage for future innovation using remotely operated and autonomous nested drone solutions to support the evolving needs of smart agriculture.”
