Speaker: Kirk Floyd, President and Chief Supervisor at Kdrone Services LLC

My Educational Programs / Sessions @ Cultivate

Use of Drones, Part One: Introduction to Drone Usage and Drone Technology
Sunday, July 16 • 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
In this first of three sessions, get a brief overview on the overall use of drones in the horticultural industry followed by a deeper dive into drone technology. You'll be apprised of drone rules and regulations, learn what licensing and certifications are needed for drone operations, and discover what types of drones are used in horticulture and agriculture operations. Attendees will learn how drones can benefit horticultural in agricultural operations. What is the future of drones in our industry? This session will explore the answer!
Session one of the three-part Use of Drones in the Horticultural Industry series. Attend one, two, or all three sessions!

Technology for IPM Management
Monday, July 17 • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Session Details Coming Soon!

About Our Speaker:

Kirk Floyd, President and Chief Supervisor at Kdrone Services LLC
Since 2017 Kirk Floyd has led Kdrone Services LLC as President and Chief Supervisor. He is an FAA107 commercial drone pilot and an 137 certified aerial applicator and trainor. His experience includes thousands of hours of commercial drone operations. As a research drone contractor for the University of Maryland Extension, Kirk has extensive experience in private nurseries and greenhouse using drones to apply pesticides, beneficial mites, and cover crop seeds. Kirk's experience also extends to the use of camera-mounted kimbles on drones and infrared camera usage for early detection of disease and nutrient disorders.