Category: WEED-IT

WEED-IT SPOT-IN-CROP

Spot on! Crop protection

Since 1999, WEED-IT has set the standard for green-on-brown weed control. Now we introduce WEED-ITs way of Green-on-Green; Spot-in-Crop. Built for Beyond Accurate precision, 24/7. 

Get your WEED-IT sprayer out for post emergence precision spraying! With the new Spot–in–Crop spray mode, you’re ready to detect and eliminate weeds in several row crops such as cotton, soybean and corn. 

With WEED-IT, you got one powerful system for your complete weed management. Ready to perform anytime, anywhere.

WEED-IT SPOT-IN-CROP

Precise detection and elimination of weeds

The Spot-in-Crop spray mode offers unparalleled efficiency with its ultra-short 10 cm (4 inches) spray margin, maximising savings and minimising environmental impact. Operating 24/7 without additional light sources, it maintains pinpoint accuracy at speeds up to 25 km/h, thanks to 14,000 reads per second. This plug-and-play, self-calibrating system is resilient against external factors like dust and moving crops, while featuring built-in turn compensation for consistent coverage. With no need for retraining or pay-per-use fees, it’s a cost- effective solution that’s ready to use in any row crop, straight out of the box.

The Power of Fluoresence

We use a simple yet clever law of nature to detect weeds which we call the Power of Fluorescence. By detecting the amount of chlorophyll, WEED-IT can distinguish the individual bigger unwanted plants. It then only activates the spray nozzles located directly above those weeds. 

Post emergence Spot-in-Crop benefits

WEED-IT Spot–in–Crop comes with many benefits compared to the existing green-on-green systems

  • Ultra small footprint 
  • Works 24/7, without alternative light sources
  • Always on target, accurate and precise; due to 14,000 reads per second
  • Also at speeds up to 25 km/h (15 mph)
  • Easy to use; just plug and play; self calibrating system
  • Hardly affected by external influences like dust, soil type and moving crops
  • Includes turn compensation for spraying curves, turns and corners as standard
  • No unforeseen expenses; doesn’t need (re)training and no pay-per-use
  • Can be used in any row crop straight out of the box

WEED-IT: The only precision spraying system that covers all your needs with multiple spraying modes

Spot spraying

Detecting, spotting individual weed plants and precisely apply herbicide on top of the plant is what every WEED-IT system sold since 1999 is capable of. We target individual weed plants and row crop plants and that’s not even all!

Dual spraying

What happens when you combine WEED-ITs cover and spot spraying modes? Exactly, it enables you to broadcast spray a field or crop and target individual weeds in one single pass with only one spray line! Check out how WEED-IT does it.

Cover Spraying

In cover mode any WEED-IT equipped sprayer is capable of doing everything a normal broadcast sprayer does and more. Such as PWM individually controlled nozzles and curve compensation. WEED-IT has got you covered.

Spot-in-Crop

With our new Spot-in-Crop solution, you’re all settled and equipped to detect and eliminate weeds and volunteer plants in row crops such as cotton, maize/corn and soybeans. And you don’t need camera detection or AI to do so.

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WEED-IT DASH

PRECISION WEED DETECTION

Introducing the WEED-IT DASH! COMING SOON!

The state-of-the-art DASH interface allows you to fully customise the WEED-IT QUADRO detection and spraying system, provides direct feedback of your on-field performance and allows you to store/collect data.

WEED-IT DASH
WEED-IT DASH

High definition, vibrant colours, a cutting-edge ultrafast processor, fully 3D. Tracking your activities and viewing your data in real time has never been so enjoyable as with the DashQom 10 touchscreen.

Farming Beyond Accurate is here. With 25×25 cm grids and individual nozzle control, Variable Rate Application and Crop Scouting, you get the most out of your system and your weed management.

Your daily operations are streamlined with job cards that cover various tasks, such as mapping layers As Detected, As Covered, and Crop Density Data. Giving you full control over your crop protection.

Data is easily transferred over the air by a super fast 4G connection and instantly available in the new Dash portal. Maximum uptime of your spraying technology and weed control is fully assured.

Check out what DASH can do for you

DASH can make your farming a lot easier, faster and more efficient. It offers you real-time field and machine data to optimise your crop protection. The state-of-the-art Dash interface allows you to fully customise the WEED-IT QUADRO detection and spraying system and provides direct feedback of your on-field performance. 

– Section control per nozzle

Controlling every nozzle enables you to reduce the amount of spray overlap on the field

– Mapping as visited and as applied

Check every corner of the field you’ve visited with the highest precision grid of 25×25 centimetre

– Prescription map

Create different task maps to spray your fields optimally and more efficiently

– Crop density data mapping

Gain deeper insights about weed density in your fallow fields, and monitor the growth and development of your crops

– Double knock the weeds

Spray persistent weeds precisely and effectively in multiple rounds

– DASH portal

The central hub where all your data is stored, collected and displayed, anytime, on any device

– Firmware updates over the air

Update your system via Wifi or LTE, a simple push on the button will get you the latest software of all your WEED-IT components

EASILY INSTALLED ONTO YOUR SPRAYER

WEED-IT DASH can be added to your existing WEED-IT QUADRO, or can be retrofitted to nearly any brand and type of sprayer.

Countdown to go-live

At Croplands, we always strive for perfection. Our goal is to deliver products to our customers that are robust and beyond reliable, so you can enjoy flawless performance and a long lifespan. DASH has been out in the field worldwide for quite some time, testing and perfecting it. We’re almost there, but at this moment, we can’t provide an exact availability date yet. 

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WEED-IT AUTONOMOUS SOLUTIONS

OPTICAL SPOT SPRAYING

STOCK AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY

Post Harvest Savings to be made on WEED-IT Optical Spot Sprayers*

*Terms and conditions apply. New orders must be placed between 20 December 2024 and 28 February 2025 (Promotional Period). Machines include Croplands WEED-IT Trailed Sprayers, Croplands Sonic WEED-IT, and Croplands Robot Ready Pinto. 

Meet the Robot Ready Pinto

We are now pleased to release our first optical spot sprayer as a robot ready unit, suited to large scale broadacre growers looking to introduce new farming methods and efficiencies only possible with autonomy.

WHY AUTONOMOUS SOLUTIONS ARE IMPORTANT

Autonomous solutions allows growers to free up one of their most precious resources – time.

  • It reduces driver operational costs, allows a single operator to multitask and allows for efficient use of existing farm labour.
  • Multiple units combined can allow for maximum efficiencies and operational gains for larger scale growers.

The lightweight SwarmBots minimise soil compaction, preserving the natural structure and health of the soil. This means healthier crops and a more sustainable future for agriculture.

Check out Farm Machinery Sales video and written review on the Robot Ready Pinto :

HOW OPTICAL SPOT SPRAYING IS PERFECTLY MATCHED WITH AUTONOMOUS SOLUTIONS

Precision application of chemicals through optical spot spraying technologies (OSST) is an established method of application in the Australian market and proven method of controlling hard to kill weeds in an economical and sustainable way. By marrying OSST with an autonomous solution, this recognised technology, when combined, can now be utilised in a highly efficient manner.

Swarmfarm Bot with Croplands Pinto 3000 fitted with Weed-IT technology

KEY FEATURES

  • 24m heavy-duty steel boom
  • 3m axle with rubber block suspension
  • 1-inch stainless boom plumbing with triple X nozzle bodies and boom recirculation
  • Stainless steel Ace centrifugal pump
  • Dual flow meters for PWM (broadcast spraying)
  • WEED-IT Quadro technology fitted
  • Left and right fence row nozzles
  • High clearance of 1000mm for in-crop capabilities
  • Easy-to-use fill panel with 2-inch fill, tank rinse, and agitation
  • Work lights fitted, along with additional blue lights for nighttime spraying
  • Hand wash tank fitted

Boasting simplicity, functionality, and high durability, the Croplands Pinto 3000 is designed to deliver exceptional results year after year.

With a 3000-litre polyethylene tank, robust chassis, and high-performance centrifugal pump, this sprayer ensures superior water rate flexibility and agitation.

Fitted with Croplands Weed-It technology, the Pinto 3000 delivers precise application while minimising drift potential. Its fully hydraulic booms (up to 24 metres) and ISOBUS compatibility make it a versatile and reliable choice.

Built for performance and durability, the Pinto 3000 stands out with its ease of use and robust design.

Grower Testimonial: Rowen Tighe from Croppa Creek, NSW

Optic spraying technology has transformed Rowen Tighe’s farming operations at Croppa Creek, NSW. Rowen highlights the significant improvements in efficiency and productivity since purchasing his SwarmFarm Robot and Croplands Pinto, fully fitted with Weed-It technology by Darling Downs Spray Tech.

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*Terms and conditions apply. New orders must be placed between 20 December 2024 and 28 February 2025 (Promotional Period). Machines include Croplands WEED-IT Trailed Sprayers, Croplands Sonic WEED-IT, and Croplands Robot Ready Pinto.

MagrowTec

Spray tech kits

Magnetic Assist Technology that improves your spray.

Croplands has partnered with MagrowTec to bring magnetic spray assist technology to the Australian and New Zealand markets. MagrowTec is manufactured in state of the art facilities in Ireland. The technology is designed to retrofit on any boomspray regardless of make or model.

MagrowTec technology uses permanent rare earth magnets to expose crop protection fluid to static non-uniform magnetic fields under appropriate flow conditions. This has the impact of affecting the physical properties of the fluid that determine MagrowTec’s characteristic spray droplet formation, droplet dynamics, and droplet adhesion. Critically, MagrowTec technology allows growers to use much smaller droplets without the drift and waste normally associated when using these smaller nozzles.

We cut the drift 50-60%, increased coverage and increased the productivity of my spraying practices.

Andrew Kennedy, Grower, Mount Gambier, South Australia

INCREASED PROFITABILITY

  • Reduced water rates
  • Reduced labour costs
  • Reduced energy costs
  • Reduced Inputs (Chemical Savings), reduced frequency of spray due to better coverage

INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY

  • Increased spray windows
  • Increased spray hours
  • Increased disease control
  • Increased yield

BETTER COMPLIANCE

  • Supports environmental legislation
  • Supports integrated pest management plans
  • Better operator health & safety

BETTER ENVIRONMENT

  • Reduced environmental contamination
  • Improved water management

Simply Add MagrowTec To Any Sprayer

Existing Croplands customers are reporting better coverage and as a result are maintaining current application rates instead of increasing them.

Jeremy Rennick, National Sales Manager, Croplands

Works Across All Crops

Works on All Sprayers

No moving Parts or Maintenance

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