How to export a targeted spraying map - PIX4Dfields

The following article describes how to export a targeted spraying prescription map using the PIX4Dfields Targeted Operation feature, which can be used by spraying drones and ground sprayers.

Why export a Targeted Operation prescription map?

A targeted spraying prescription enables the implementation of variable-rate applications. This method results in cost savings by allowing for the precise application of products only in the areas that need them, and in the correct amounts.

How to export?

To export the Targeted Operation map:

• Go to Export, Operations.
• Select the operation layer to export.
• Select the brand and format:
  

Types of operations and formats

DJI Agras T-Series

The formats available to export to DJI Agras T-Series are:

• DJI Agras boundary mission (.shp)
• DJI Agras VRA mission (.shp and .tiff)

For more information: Spot spraying and variable rate maps for DJI Agras T-series with PIX4Dfields.

XAG

XAG's spraying drones support two types of missions:

• XAG boundary mission: it allows the definition of the field area to be sprayed along with obstacles and no-spraying zones. It only supports one fixed rate. 
• XAG VRA mission: it allows a variable rate to be applied to the field area to be sprayed, along with obstacle and no-spraying zones. It supports up to three different application rates. 

AMAZONE

A Spot Spraying export format for new Amazone Sprayers, compatible with the Amatron 4 displays. Formats available are:

• SpotSraying shapefile.
• ISOXML zipped file.

For more information: AMAZONE monitors - PIX4Dfields.

HARDI GeoSelect

When exporting to HARDI, there are two formats available:

• GeoSelect, a .tiff file will be created.
• ISOXML (ISOBUS), for more information: How to export ISOXML / ISOBUS in PIX4Dfields.

For more information: How to export a variable rate map to a tractor terminal - PIX4Dfields.

Generic tractor/sprayer

It can be exported as:

• .shp or .tiff, depending on the tractor/sprayer used.
• ISOXML (ISOBUS), for more information: How to export ISOXML / ISOBUS in PIX4Dfields.

For more information: How to export a variable rate map to a tractor terminal - PIX4Dfields.