PRF2
PRF2: Camera or remote sensor guided herbicide spraying
£43.00
info Summary
Use camera or remote sensing guided technology to apply systemic herbicides to precisely target and control weeds, reducing overall herbicide volume.
format_list_bulleted What to do
Apply systemic herbicides using camera or remote sensing technology to target specific weeds. Blanket applications are only permitted under specific circumstances, such as applying glyphosate to destroy a cover crop or for pre-emergence residual herbicides.
schedule When to do
This action must be performed every year throughout the 3-year agreement.
checklist How to do
It is mandatory to follow the requirements specified by a 'must'. Reading the additional advice is optional.
description Evidence Required
You must keep evidence to show what you’ve done to complete this action, such as:
- ‘as applied’ data, such as a map showing where individual nozzles switch on to apply herbicide
- a record of any permitted blanket application of herbicide, including the date it was applied
- contractor’s invoice if you use a contractor to do this action
If it’s not clear that you’ve done this action in a way that could reasonably be expected to achieve its aim, we may ask for this evidence. You must supply the evidence if we ask for it.
tips_and_updates Additional Advice
The camera or remote sensor technology can be sprayer-mounted for real-time use or used beforehand to create a map for the sprayer. Funding for this equipment may be available through the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF).
View Official Guidelines
Access detailed information about this action on the RPA website
SFI 2026 Announcement
Read details about SFI 2026 changes, definitions, and what to expect on the Defra farming blog