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Specialty Crops drone spraying cost in Colorado

Researched per-acre cost to spray specialty crops by drone in Colorado, the agronomy that drives it, and operators who cover your area.

Quick answer: Drone spraying for specialty crops in Colorado typically runs $17–$33 per acre (application only). Vegetables, melons, and high-value row crops demand precise, low-drift coverage and often several passes — premium per-acre pricing. Typical carrier volume is 3–8 GPA over Multiple (high-value crop protection).

Estimated cost in Colorado

$2,678–$5,208

$17–$33/acre × 160 acres

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What’s driving this

Colorado base rate
$18–$35/acre (specialty)
Crop
×0.93
Gallons per acre
2 GPA → ×1.00

Application only — product & chemical extra.

Sources & how this is estimated

Estimate only — actual rates vary by field size, terrain, and product. Application only; product/chemical extra. Data as of 2026.

Sources: CSU Extension - 2025 Land Rental & Custom Rates for Colorado Farms & Ranches (Aerial Spraying: Eastern $6.75-$33 median $8.25; Western $13-$14 median $14); CSU Extension Custom Rates Survey index page; Ag Drone Directory 2026 Rates Guide (national row-crop $12-18; specialty $18-35)

What it takes to spray specialty crops in Colorado

Vegetables, melons, and high-value row crops demand precise, low-drift coverage and often several passes — premium per-acre pricing.

  • Carrier volume: 3–8 GPA — higher volumes cost more per acre (more refills, fewer acres/hour).
  • Typical passes: Multiple (high-value crop protection).

Sources & confidence

Colorado estimate · high confidence · data as of 2026

Specialty Crops drone sprayers in Colorado

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Precision-Applicatos llc
Johnstown, CONew listing
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Crop Air
Eaton, CONew listing
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ALAS By Drone
Bennett, CONew listing
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Agro Drone Services LLC
Windsor, CONew listing
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Specialty Crops drone spraying in Colorado: FAQs

How much does it cost to spray specialty crops by drone in Colorado?
Drone spraying specialty crops in Colorado typically runs about $17–$33 per acre (application only, product extra). Carrier volume, passes, field size, and product move the final number — compare operator quotes for an exact price.
What carrier volume and how many passes for specialty crops?
Specialty Crops is usually treated at 3–8 GPA over Multiple (high-value crop protection). Vegetables, melons, and high-value row crops demand precise, low-drift coverage and often several passes — premium per-acre pricing.