How much does it cost to spray alfalfa & hay by drone in South Carolina?

Drone spraying alfalfa & hay in South Carolina typically runs about $11–$25 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 alfalfa & hay?

Alfalfa & Hay is usually treated at 2–3 GPA over 1+ between cuttings (weevil, aphid). Insecticide for weevil and aphid between cuttings with quick turnaround and no compaction on established stands.

Alfalfa & Hay drone spraying cost in South Carolina

Researched per-acre cost to spray alfalfa & hay by drone in South Carolina, the agronomy that drives it, and operators who cover your area.

Quick answer: Drone spraying for alfalfa & hay in South Carolina typically runs $11–$25 per acre (application only). Insecticide for weevil and aphid between cuttings with quick turnaround and no compaction on established stands. Typical carrier volume is 2–3 GPA over 1+ between cuttings (weevil, aphid).

State

South Carolina

CropAcres

Gallons per acre (carrier volume)Restricted-use pesticide (certified applicator + records)

Estimated cost in South Carolina

$1,725–$3,920

$11–$25/acre × 160 acres

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What’s driving this

South Carolina base rate: $11–$25/acre (row crop)
Crop: ×0.98
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: UGA 2024 Georgia Custom Rate Survey (nearest in-region row-crop survey; Aerial Spray avg $12.81/ac); Clemson Land-Grant Press — hiring a drone aerial applicator (in-state context; no per-acre rate); Ag Drone Directory 2026 — Southeast $16-28/ac

What it takes to spray alfalfa & hay in South Carolina

Insecticide for weevil and aphid between cuttings with quick turnaround and no compaction on established stands.

Carrier volume: 2–3 GPA — higher volumes cost more per acre (more refills, fewer acres/hour).
Typical passes: 1+ between cuttings (weevil, aphid).
Grown in South Carolina: 3,346 harvested acres (USDA Census of Agriculture 2022) — so there’s real, sprayable alfalfa & hay acreage for operators here.

Sources & confidence

South Carolina estimate · low confidence · data as of 2026

UGA 2024 Georgia Custom Rate Survey (nearest in-region row-crop survey; Aerial Spray avg $12.81/ac)
Clemson Land-Grant Press — hiring a drone aerial applicator (in-state context; no per-acre rate)
Ag Drone Directory 2026 — Southeast $16-28/ac

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Alfalfa & Hay drone spraying in South Carolina: FAQs

How much does it cost to spray alfalfa & hay by drone in South Carolina?: Drone spraying alfalfa & hay in South Carolina typically runs about $11–$25 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 alfalfa & hay?: Alfalfa & Hay is usually treated at 2–3 GPA over 1+ between cuttings (weevil, aphid). Insecticide for weevil and aphid between cuttings with quick turnaround and no compaction on established stands.