Wind Can Destroy a Spray Programme — Are You Accounting for it?

Wind conditions can significantly reduce spray effectiveness and increase chemical waste if applications are not properly timed. In this video, we explain how spray drift occurs, why wind speeds above 10–15 km/h create major off-target losses, and how this affects both costs and environmental safety. Learn the ideal wind conditions for spraying, how temperature inversions influence spray behaviour during early mornings, and why checking hourly weather conditions before spraying is essential for effective crop protection. Discover how CYOL wind monitoring and weather alert systems help farmers schedule spraying activities more accurately and reduce unnecessary losses. Key message: “Check the wind before you open the tank.”