1. Influence of Application Rate and Flight Orientation on Droplet Deposition by Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) in ‘Gala’ Apple Orchards

  Apple production is a cornerstone of the fruit industry, with the ‘Gala’ variety holding a prominent position due to its commercial value. However, this cultivar is highly susceptible to apple scab (Venturia inaequalis), requiring application technologies of fungicides that ensure canopy protection, especially during flowering. In this sense, precision horticulture has sought alternatives to optimize the application of crop protection products, aiming to reduce... L. Espindola Müller, T. Buchener, B. Nogueira, R. Silva, S.J. Silveira, C. Bredemeier