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Brazil now has a super 'drone' sprayer that promises to revolutionize Brazilian agriculture

Written by Alisson Ficher
Published 01/02/2025 às 14:54
Pelican Spray arrives in Brazil to revolutionize agricultural spraying. Discover the innovation that can transform national agriculture!
Pelican Spray arrives in Brazil to revolutionize agricultural spraying. Discover the innovation that can transform national agriculture!

Autonomous and 100% electric spraying drone promises to reduce costs and increase efficiency in Brazilian agriculture.

Brazilian agribusiness has stood out worldwide for its robustness and constant innovation, but now, a new technological ally promises to accelerate this process even further.

In a move that has the potential to revolutionize agricultural spraying in the country, a partnership between major companies will introduce a super 'drone' sprayer on the market.

The goal is nothing less than reducing farmers’ operating costs by offering a high-performance solution that can put Brazil at the forefront of agricultural aviation.

Launched by American startup Pyka, Pelican Spray is an Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) that stands out as the largest aircraft authorized by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for commercial activities.

With an innovative spraying capability, the drone is designed to carry out agricultural applications with impressive precision, minimizing waste and environmental impacts.

The aircraft is equipped to carry up to 300 liters of payload and operates with five interchangeable batteries, ensuring continuous operation, capable of covering up to 90 hectares per hour.

But what really stands out is its ability to operate at night., doubling the spray window and increasing efficiency when treating nocturnal pests.

The new product in the Brazilian market was possible thanks to the strategic partnership between Synerjet Corp., an aircraft distributor in Brazil, and Pyka itself.

Pelican Spray arrives in Brazil to revolutionize agricultural spraying. Discover the innovation that can transform the national agriculture! (Image/ disclosure)
Pelican Spray arrives in Brazil to revolutionize agricultural spraying. Discover the innovation that can transform the national agriculture! (Image/ disclosure)

According to Compre Rural portal, Jose Eduardo Brandão, CEO of Synerjet, says that “the partnership with Pyka could not have come at a better time”.

“We can now offer our customers an innovative aircraft designed to be the most advanced in agricultural spraying.”

For Brandão, this collaboration not only marks the beginning of a new era in agricultural aviation, but also places Brazil in a prominent position in the adoption of new technologies in the field.

Why is Brazil the ideal market for Pelican Spray?

Brazil stands out as a world leader in the production of various agricultural products, such as soybeans, coffee, orange juice, cotton and sugar.

The country has already surpassed the United States, becoming the largest cotton exporter in the world.

This worldwide relevance makes the market Brazilian is a fertile ground for innovations in the agro-industrial sector.

Second Matthew Dallacqua, Sales and Innovation Director at Synerjet, “we expect to sell at least 20 units in the first year and significantly increase this number, with the forecast that the market can absorb up to 100 aircraft per year”.

With forecasts of growth in grain production in Brazil, which should reach 322 million tons in 2025, an increase of 10,2% compared to 2024, the demand for more efficient and sustainable solutions for agribusiness is only likely to grow.

In this scenario, the implementation of new technologies such as Pelican Spray becomes crucial for the advancement of the sector.

Pelican Spray arrives in Brazil to revolutionize agricultural spraying. Discover the innovation that can transform the national agriculture! (Image/ disclosure)
Pelican Spray arrives in Brazil to revolutionize agricultural spraying. Discover the innovation that can transform the national agriculture! (Image/ disclosure)

How technology contributes to sustainability in the field

According to the aforementioned website, another point worth highlighting is the alignment of Pelican Spray with global sustainability goals for the agricultural sector.

The aircraft not only improves the accuracy of agricultural applications, but also contributes to reduction of carbon emissions.

As Brandão points out, “Pelican improves the efficiency of agricultural applications while promoting sustainable practices.”

The reduction of drift and the use of technologies that minimize environmental impacts are features that make the aircraft a true advance for precision agriculture.

Additionally, by operating at night, Pelican Spray can target pests at just the right moment, without wasting resources.

This not only increases productivity, but also reduces the amount of chemicals needed, directly impacting the reduction in the use of pesticides.

The impact on Brazilian agribusiness and the future of agricultural spraying

Big names in Brazilian agribusiness, such as SLC Agrícola, one of the largest agricultural producers in Brazil, have already committed to integrating Pelican Spray into their operations.

The promise is of significant efficiency gains, which can translate into greater profitability for rural producers.

Second Michael Norcia, CEO of Pyka, “we are excited to strengthen our presence in the Brazilian agricultural market through the partnership with Synerjet.

Their expertise will help us expand the impact of our aircraft in one of the most dynamic and important agricultural markets in the world.”

The Future of Pelican Spray and the Global Market

The arrival of the first Pelican Spray units is scheduled for 2026, but production is already underway and expectations for the Brazilian market are quite positive.

A Pyka plans accelerated growth in Brazil, with the aim of reaching the milestone of 100 aircraft produced annually, an ambitious goal, but one that is in line with the potential of the country's agricultural market.

With this, the Pelican Spray super drone positions itself as an essential technology for the future of precision and sustainable agriculture in Brazil.

Will spraying drones become the definitive solution for Brazilian agribusiness? Only time will tell.

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Alisson Ficher

Journalist graduated in 2017 and working in the field since 2015, with six years of experience in print magazines, stints on broadcast TV channels and over 12 online publications. Specialist in politics, jobs, economics, courses, among other topics. Professional registration: 0087134/SP. If you have any questions, want to report an error or suggest a topic on the topics covered on the site, please contact us by email: alisson.hficher@outlook.com. We do not accept resumes!

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