The Smart Apply system
Set. Spray. Save. Protect.
What is Smart Apply?
Smart Apply™ is an intelligent spray control system compatible with all air-blast and over-the-row sprayers.
Developed for orchards, vineyards, and pine tree growers, it transforms the way you work in the field thanks to cutting-edge technology that reduces the amount of product you apply by up to 50%, while minimizing drift and runoff.
How it works?
A LiDAR laser scans your tree canopy in real time. The system creates a precise digital map of your trees.
PWM solenoids control each nozzle individually.
The result: targeted application, only where there is foliage—in the right place, at the right time, and in the right amount.
Operational data captured automatically.
You get:
- Growth data for your trees
- Volumes applied
- Product savings
- Full traceability of operations
Smart Apply Components
GPS for speed source + Coverage map
GPS for speed source + Coverage map
LiDAR system detects trees/vines
LiDAR system detects trees/vines
Weatherproof junction box
Weatherproof junction box
Simplified wiring
Simplified wiring
Controls up to 40 nozzles
Controls up to 40 nozzles
Robust Android tablet
Robust Android tablet
Automation of data collection and reporting
- Collects, records, and uploads data to the cloud during spraying, using an internet connection.
- Data collected: sprayed area, elevation, speed, flow rate, amount sprayed/savings, and operator performance.
- Interactive maps with landmarks and borders.
- Back up data by month and by season.
- Supports operations, compliance, and sustainability reporting.
- Integrated with the John Deere Operations Center.
Why choose Smart Apply?
Smart Apply is a proprietary technology. It is the only air-blast sprayer control system based on LiDAR technology that includes data collection and reporting capabilities.
The system allows you to:
- A significant reduction of inputs with an accelerated ROI
- Less drift, resulting in improved environmental compliance
- Real-time data with precise control over your production
Seen real impact
Replacing conventional spraying with Smart Apply precision spraying transforms operations, profitability, and sustainability.
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