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Asia-Pacific Future of Agri-Drones Market to Reach $26,676.6 million by 2035 – BIS Research

The Asia-Pacific agri-drones market is poised for exponential growth, with BIS Research projecting the market size to surge from $1,054.9 million in 2024 to $26,676.6 million by 2035, registering a robust CAGR of 34.19%. The market's expansion is primarily fueled by increasing precision agriculture adoption, automation to address labor shortages, and integration of advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, and multispectral imaging. Countries like China, India, Japan, and Australia are at the forefront, leveraging agri-drones for real-time crop monitoring, adaptive spraying, and sustainable farm management
Published 13 October 2025

What Are Agri-Drones? 

Agri-drones are unmanned aerial vehicles designed for agricultural applications, including crop monitoring, precision spraying, soil health assessment, and livestock management. These drones collect real-time data, enabling farmers to make informed decisions, enhance productivity, and reduce input costs through targeted resource allocation and automation. Agri-drones play a crucial role in climate-smart farming by supporting sustainability and improving food security across Asia-Pacific. 

What Is the Market Outlook? 

Technology Growth: 

The market is witnessing rapid advancements in drone hardware and software, with increasing integration of AI, IoT, and big data analytics. Swarm drone technology, high-resolution imaging, and multispectral sensors are enhancing field management and yield prediction capabilities. 

Expanding Applications: 

Agri-drones are being deployed for a wide range of agricultural tasks—crop scouting, soil carbon tracking, precision spraying, livestock monitoring, and insurance assessment. Automation and real-time data collection are transforming conventional farming into digitally enabled, resource-efficient operations. 

Commercialization Push: 

Major players and governments across Asia-Pacific are investing in R&D, digital agriculture initiatives, and regulatory frameworks, accelerating drone adoption and market penetration in both large and small-scale farming operations. 

How Fast Is the Market Growing? 

From $1,054.9 million in 2024, the Asia-Pacific agri-drones market is projected to reach $26,676.6 million by 2035, expanding at an impressive CAGR of 34.19%. Growth is supported by rising food demand, labor shortages, cost optimization needs, and robust government support for smart agriculture initiatives. 

How Will This Report Help You? 

Planning to Enter the Market? 

Evaluate opportunities in precision spraying, crop monitoring, soil health analysis, and climate-smart farming across Asia-Pacific’s rapidly evolving agricultural sector. 

Analyzing the Competitive Landscape? 

Gain insights into strategies from leading companies such as DJI, XAG Co., Ltd., Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., Garuda Aerospace Pvt. Ltd., Nileworks Inc., Marut Dronetech Pvt. Ltd., and Suzhou Eavision Robotic Technologies Co., Ltd. 

Seeking R&D Insights? 

Track developments in swarm drone operations, variable-rate spraying, high-resolution imaging, and integration with IoT and predictive analytics platforms. 

Interested in Regional Market Trends? 

Understand how government subsidies, digital agriculture programs, and changing regulatory environments are shaping drone adoption in China, India, Japan, South Korea, and other APAC countries. 

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What Technologies Are Transforming the Market? 


  • Autonomous & Swarm Drones 
  • Variable-Rate Precision Spraying Systems 
  • High-Resolution Imaging & Multi-Spectral Sensors 
  • IoT and Big Data Integration for Real-Time Analytics 
  • AI-Driven Crop Health & Yield Prediction Tools 
  • Hybrid and Heavy Payload Drones for Large-Scale Operations 


What’s Driving Demand, Opportunities, and Barriers? 

Demand Drivers 

  • Labor shortages accelerating automation in agriculture 
  • Rising food demand and need for efficient, sustainable farming 
  • Cost optimization through targeted input usage 
  • Technological advancements in AI, machine learning, and drone design 
  • Government support, subsidies, and digital agriculture initiatives 
  • Sustainability goals focusing on reduced environmental impact 

Opportunities 

  • Expansion of precision agriculture and climate-smart farming 
  • Large-scale field management with coordinated drone fleets 
  • Adoption in emerging APAC markets with growing digital infrastructure 
  • Integration with farm management and insurance platforms 

Challenges

  • Regulatory inconsistencies and certification barriers across APAC 
  • High initial investment for advanced drone systems 
  • Shortage of technical expertise for drone operation and data analysis 
  • Connectivity limitations in remote rural areas 
  • Weather-related operational disruptions 

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Market Segmentation 

Segmentation by Application 

  • Crop Monitoring/Scouting 
  • Soil Health Assessment and Carbon Tracking 
  • Precision Spraying 
  • Livestock Monitoring 
  • Insurance and Claim Assessment 
  • Others 

Segmentation by Drone Type 

  • Fixed-Wing Drones 
  • Multi-Rotor Drones 
  • Single-Rotor Drones 
  • Hybrid Drones (Fixed + Rotary) 

Segmentation by Payload 

  • Small Payload (<2 kg) 
  • Medium Payload (2-20 kg) 
  • Large Payload (20-50 kg) 
  • Heavy Payload (>50 kg) 

Segmentation by Region 

  • Asia-Pacific 


Key Players 


  • DJI 
  • XAG Co., Ltd. 
  • Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 
  • Garuda Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. 
  • Nileworks Inc. 
  • Marut Dronetech Pvt. Ltd. 
  • Suzhou Eavision Robotic Technologies Co., Ltd. 


Strategic Developments 


  • Expansion of autonomous and swarm drone operations for large-scale field coverage 
  • Partnerships between technology developers and agri-businesses for data-driven farming solutions 
  • Investments in multispectral sensors, high payload capacity drones, and predictive analytics platforms 


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Case Study 

The report highlights agri-drone applications in precision spraying, real-time crop health monitoring, and insurance assessment, showcasing improvements in resource efficiency, yield optimization, and rapid claim resolution. The deployment of AI-powered swarm drones in rice and wheat fields has led to significant reductions in pesticide and fertilizer usage while increasing crop productivity and supporting sustainable farming practices in the Asia-Pacific region. 

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Related Reports from BIS Research  

Future of Agri-Drones Market 

Asia-Pacific Precision Planting Market 

Farm ERP Market 


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