This August, explore how drones are powering efficiency and precision in agriculture — join us in Nebraska, where cutting-edge research, industry leadership, and real-world applications converge for two days of insight and opportunity.
Nebraska Extension and Northeast Community College are proud to present the third annual Nebraska Agriculture and Spray Drone Conference, taking place Aug. 21–22 at Northeast Community College in Norfolk, Nebraska.
As the largest agriculture drone-focused conference in the Midwest, this event brings together industry leaders, researchers, legal experts and drone innovators for two dynamic days of education, collaboration and cutting-edge insights.
“This conference is the largest agriculture drone-focused conference in the Midwestern United States,” said Dr. Dirk Charlson, statewide extension educator for digital agriculture. “Nebraska Extension has long been a leader in drone education, hosting seven statewide events since August 2023 featuring internationally recognized experts.”
Last year’s attendees left energized and inspired, as one participant shared: “All your speakers were exactly what this growing industry needs. These conferences have been extremely beneficial and appreciated by all who attended. Thank you!”
In 2025, a wealth of featured speakers — both returning and new to the event — across the drone industry will share their expertise.
Returning experts:
- Dr. Steve Li — Auburn University
- Julius Petri — Pix4D
- Jonathan Rupprecht — Rupprecht Law
- Al Brunner — Federal Aviation Administration
- Kevin Knorr — Volitant Technologies
New to the lineup:
- Nathan Stein — AirStrike Ag
- Tim Pearson — Taranis
- Vaughn Tolbert — VT Insurance
- Joel Jones — Orange Coast College
- …with more to be announced soon!
This year’s conference also introduces a remote attendance option for those unable to join in person — making the event more accessible than ever.
As an added bonus for early attendees, the first 75 people to register in-person on the first day of the conference will receive a complimentary copy of the “The Evolution of Spray Drones, Their Capabilities and Challenges for Pesticide Applications” from Purdue.
Don’t Miss Out
Whether you’re an ag professional, drone operator, researcher or curious entrepreneur, this conference offers the latest trends, tools and policies shaping the future of ag drone technology.
Learn more, register or explore sponsorship and exhibition opportunities on our webpage.
Questions? Contact Dr. Dirk Charlson at 402-460-0742 (call or text).
