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Aerial Agricultural Services

At Heliworx Waikato, we provide specialised aerial agricultural services designed to help you manage your land in a more cost effective and efficient way.

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Your Aerial Agricultural Experts in Waikato

With state-of-the-art technology and decades of experience, Heliworx Waikato offers precise and reliable aerial application of sprays, fertilisers, and seeds. From crop protection to topdressing, we ensure your land receives the attention it needs, no matter the terrain.

Our Agricultural Services

Precision Agricultural Spraying

to protect your crops from pests and diseases, and kill weeds in pasture.

  • Pasture Spraying
  • Forestry Spraying
  • Wet and Forget Spraying
  • Insecticide Spraying
  • Scrub Spraying
  • Liquid Fertiliser Spraying
  • Glasshouse Roof Spraying
  • Crop Spraying
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Efficient Aerial Topdressing

for enhanced soil fertility and crop yield.

  • Fertiliser Application
  • Slurry (Liquid Fertiliser)
  • Bulk or Bagged Fertiliser
  • Lime Application
  • Oversow Seeding
  • Glasshouse Roof Spraying

Optimise your crop yields, pasture health, and land productivity

Efficient Coverage

Aerial spraying and topdressing allows for fast, consistent, and accurate application of products over large or hard-to-reach areas, regardless of terrain or ground conditions.

Cost-Effective

Aerial services often prove to be more affordable than ground-based methods, particularly in challenging environments where accessing crops or fields by land would be difficult or time-consuming.

No Ground Damage

Unlike ground sprayers, helicopters leave no wheel marks or damage to the crop or pasture, preserving the health of your land.

Optimal Product Penetration

The downwash effect from helicopter rotor blades pushes spray deep into plants, improving the efficacy of the chemicals used

Lower Water Usage

Aerial spraying typically requires lower water volumes compared to ground spraying, reducing water costs and environmental impact while ensuring efficient application.

Rapid Response

Helicopters can cover large areas quickly, allowing for timely interventions during critical periods, such as before pest infestations or during weather-sensitive seasons.

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Hassle Free GPS Mapping and Tracking

Our helicopters are equipped with advanced Tabular GPS tracking systems, ensuring precise mapping and execution for all your spraying and topdressing needs. With Tabular, you can easily map your property online—whether it’s the whole farm or a few paddocks. This data is then integrated directly into our helicopter’s system, reducing unnecessary boundary flights and the need for in-person coordination. Simply map out the areas you want treated and mark any hazards, like power lines or sensitive crops. Once the job is done, you can review the completed application online.

With our GPS mapping and tracking, you save time and ensure every product reaches its intended target.

What Our Clients Say

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Boost Your Agricultural Productivity Today

Looking for fast, efficient, and precise aerial agricultural services?
Contact Heliworx Waikato today to learn more about how we can help with your spraying or topdressing needs.

    frequently asked questions

    What are the benefits of aerial spraying over ground spraying?

    Aerial spraying provides consistent and accurate coverage, especially over challenging terrain. It’s faster, more cost-effective, and doesn’t leave wheel marks, unlike ground-based sprayers. The downwash from rotor blades also helps ensure deep penetration of the product into crops.

    What crops can you spray with helicopters?

    We can spray a wide range of crops, including pastures, scrub, forestry, and glasshouse roofs. We also offer specific services like facial eczema spraying and insecticide spraying for targeted crop protection. Market gardens can be done with ease, this has benefits when it’s too wet for tractors.

    How accurate is your aerial topdressing?

    Our helicopters are equipped with Tabular GPS tracking systems, ensuring precise placement of fertilisers, seeds, or bait across all types of terrain. You can trust us for consistent, even coverage without the need for an airstrip.

    Do I need an airstrip for topdressing?

    No airstrip is required. We can load from trucks, bags, or bulk bins directly at your location, making it a flexible and convenient option regardless of ground condition

    What products can you apply?

    We can apply any aerially approved agri-chemcials, including liquid fertiliser, lime, slurry, and bulk or bagged fertiliser.

    How do you charge?

    For agricultural work, our pricing includes a booking fee plus a per-hectare / per-tonne rate. For smaller jobs, we charge an hourly rate, which depends on the nature of the job and the time required. Contact us for a free quote.

    Do you supply all of the ground gear for pumping water?

    Yes, we have all the gear. All you need to supply is the water source. This can be a tank, pond, creek, or other source.

    What areas do you serve?

    We provide aerial Agricultural services across the Waikato and Franklin regions and can also operate in other areas upon request.