Abstract
This study focuses on the problem of applying spray material to upper-plant, underside-leaf surfaces of corn and soybean plants. Aircraft and ground pressureatomizer applications of spray solution were quantified. Percent coverage values were generally less than 1 % on the sampling locations. Flat and hollow cone nozzle air carrier units were developed and evaluated for spray application to the upper-plant, bottom leaf surface. The air carrier method tested within a shroud improved spray deposition to the entire plant by 100% for corn and 234% for soybeans. Deposition to the upper-plant, bottom leaf surface was increased by 900% and 400% for corn and soybean plants, respectively. Deposition uniformity was also improved with the air carrier method.
Recommended Citation
Watson, Dennis G. and Wolff, Robert L. "Air Carrier Technique for Row Crop Spraying Applications." Transactions of the ASABE 28, No. 5 (Sep 1985): 1445-1448. doi:10.13031/2013.32458.