Spray App

What is it?

The Spray App by Bayer AG is a mobile-based weather forecasting application that helps farmers plan agricultural sprays by predicting surface temperature inversion risks.

Applying agricultural chemicals carries risks; if spraying occurs during a surface temperature inversion, chemical droplets can remain suspended in cooler air near the ground and drift into neighbouring fields, potentially causing off-target crop damage. Standard weather apps may not predict this specific atmospheric condition. The Spray App addresses this by leveraging data from NOAA and models created by Climate Corporation weather scientists. It provides an hour-by-hour forecast that details the probability of a surface temperature inversion occurring at the user's location.

Why use it?

An inversion-risk forecasting app assists farmers and commercial applicators in planning chemical sprays. By utilising the app’s field-level forecasts of wind speed, relative humidity, and Delta T, managers can identify suitable weather windows prior to application. This planning helps mitigate the risks associated with chemical drift. Utilising a tool designed for agricultural applicators supports the effective use of crop protection products while managing environmental factors.

Key Features

• Forecast Inversion Risks
  Calculates and displays the probability of a surface temperature inversion occurring at the user's specific location.

• Deliver Field-Level Data
  Provides a localized hour-by-hour forecast detailing metrics like temperature, relative humidity, and wind speed.

• Track Agricultural Delta-T
  Calculates and displays the Delta T metric, assisting farmers in assessing evaporation rates before executing chemical sprays.

• Leverage Weather Models
  Utilises data from NOAA combined with meteorological models created by Climate Corporation weather scientists.

• Optimise Spray Planning
  Empowers commercial growers and applicators to plan spraying operations to manage chemical application effectively.

Who is it for?

This spraying forecast application is engineered for commercial farmers, precision agronomists, and agricultural chemical applicators operating within Australia.

Have you used the Spray App by Bayer?

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