Chemical reduction in practice

How better marketing and targeted spraying can reduce consumption

Danfoil spray technology allows for more targeted application to crops. In practice, this can reduce chemical consumption in a number of tasks—when conditions are right and when you work systematically with settings and follow-up.

Important: Chemical reduction is never "one size fits all."
The effect depends on the crop, type of agent, weed/disease pressure, timing, weather, and correct settings.


Why chemical reduction can be realistic

  • Better coverage: When more of the sprayed product hits the target, in some situations the same effect can be achieved with a lower dosage.
  • Stable coverage throughout the crop: Penetration and coverage on the upper/lower side can improve the effect on difficult targets.
  • Fewer overlaps/errors: Good management and workflows reduce waste and double coverage.

Practical approach: step-by-step and controlled

The safe way to work with reduction is gradually – and with control:

  1. Start conservatively: reduce only slightly, and only for suitable tasks.
  2. Keep an eye on the effect: monitor the field closely after spraying.
  3. Adjust settings before adjusting chemicals: air pressure, boom height, speed, and timing often make a bigger difference than dosage.
  4. Document: note down what was done – so you can repeat what works.

Spot spraying and targeted treatment

One of the biggest savings opportunities often lies in treating less – not just weaker. With targeted workflows (e.g., only treating the areas where the need is greatest), you can reduce total consumption while achieving good results.

  • Planning and field knowledge are crucial to exploiting the potential.
  • Timing (spraying window) is very important in determining how far you can go.
  • Follow-up provides an opportunity to make early corrections if an area requires more.

What you get out of it

  • Lower input costs per hectare for relevant tasks
  • More robust effect through better sales
  • Better documentation of treatments performed and results