In this rapidly evolving agricultural terrain, Indian farmers are employing more modern techniques for their farming methods. One that stands out is drone technology. Drone manufacturers in India are consistently coming up with more effective tech-solutions that help farmers save time and money at the same time.
For the same, Vaimanika has introduced yet another solution that bridges the gap between farmers and technology, making a difference in their day-to-day operations. This is the concept of drone dealerships – integrated solutions that include services like training, financing, and maintenance in addition to drone sales. They aim to simplify complex technology and make it more accessible for Indian farmers through various policies and programmes.
What is a Kisan drone dealership, and what does it entail for farmers?
A kisan drone dealership involves activities like selling drones, providing repair services, conducting training programs, offering data analysis, and supporting customers with their short and long term needs. Dealers act as the link between technology providers and farmers, making it easier for agricultural communities to adopt drone-based solutions.
Vaimanika empowers dealers by equipping them with advanced Kisan Drone, giving them the tools to independently build businesses and serve local farming communities. By enabling dealerships in this way, Vaimanika encourages a wider adoption of drone technology, helping farmers access modern solutions that improve efficiency and boost yields.
- Drone-as-a-service (DaaS) model
Instead of purchasing expensive equipment, these dealerships help farmers benefit from drone technology without a huge investment up front. They can book a drone service for selected tasks like spraying, monitoring, or they can pay based on the area of the land they choose to get work done on. Government subsidies have allowed these dealers to purchase drones and rent them out as well.
- Practical local training
Drone dealerships also involve training programmes for farmers and local drone operators, where they can make technology less complicated, especially in areas with lower digital literacy. This includes the Remote Pilot Training and Operations (RPTO) programme – for drone pilots and local community members to create new job opportunities – as well as demos that are conducted on-site to show farmers how drones can be used for spraying, mapping, crop monitoring, and so on.
- Government subsidies and financing
A huge relief for farmers can be simpler and more effective government policies made with their farm struggles in mind. They require assistance with finance-related tasks and, as a result, need policies that look out for them. Drone dealerships guide farmers through the necessary documentation and formalities, and also help them secure loans from various initiatives.
- Technical and after-sales support
Drone services don’t stop at sales. It is unsaid that a drone purchased at one point might require repairing or servicing of any sort later. To ensure that, dealerships serve as a hub for ongoing technical support, repairs, and spare parts. Along with that, they provide guidance on tracking and using data collected by these drones via mobile apps and other software. This improves customer retention, builds trust and credibility, and helps dealers stay connected with the farmers in the long run.
- Adapt technology to local farming conditions
Drone dealers work closely with manufacturers and agri-tech startups to create models and services suitable for Indian farmers. They provide drones in different sizes and configurations, based on the size of the estate and the diverse needs of Indian farmers. They also collaborate with local agricultural universities and research institutes to smartly modify drone technology for different regional crops and climates.
Conclusion
Drone technology is the need of the hour, as it continues to benefit Indian farmers by improving their crop yield and saving them manual labour. Vaimanika Aerospace is a kisan drone manufacturing company that works towards contributing to Indian agriculture and providing the best agri-drone tech solutions to farmers.
Our drone dealership programmes have benefited hundreds of farmers over the years, and now you can be a part of this movement too. With our drone dealership programmes, you have the ability to become an entrepreneur and control your own steady source of income, while helping farmers grow. Contact us today and take agriculture one step closer to a better future!
