Testing of Bio-Adhesive in the Fields of Kyiv Region

A couple of months ago, we visited the village of Yamchykha in the Kyiv region, where the fields of the TVK farm are located. Here, a team of agronomists led by agricultural technologist Mykhailo is conducting important research.

The focus is on a new bio-adhesive designed to protect beans and soybeans from pod shattering. This year’s weather conditions, with sharp temperature fluctuations, increase the risks of yield losses, so the goal of the experiment is to evaluate the effectiveness of this new solution under real field conditions.

“We decided to try the bio-adhesive this season to verify its effectiveness,” says Mykhailo. This approach is especially relevant, as farmers are facing new challenges, including pod shattering caused by heat and sharp temperature fluctuations. Weather is becoming increasingly unpredictable, putting yields at risk.”

During the field treatment, the agronomists plan to apply 0.7 liters of bio-adhesive per hectare. They decided to desiccate the bean crop only five days ago, hoping this would create optimal conditions for the new product to work.

“We were invited to carry out the application with an agri-drone to protect soybeans and beans, and to explain how to properly apply the product using agri-drones,” adds Mykhailo.

The application is carried out using a DJI T40 agri-drone, which can be easily operated by one person. The drone is equipped with a 200-liter mixing unit, making the preparation process simpler and more efficient. During the field treatment, Mykhailo notes that the drone can cover up to 135 hectares per shift, which is an impressive result for this type of agricultural work.

Examples of shattered pods are already visible in the field, indicating potential yield losses. Mykhailo emphasizes that under such conditions, farmers may lose from 3% to 10% of their harvest, which directly affects their income. This has become especially relevant in hot weather, when temperatures reach 35–40°C.

“This experiment is aimed at finding the optimal conditions for applying the bio-adhesive in order to reduce yield losses,” he says.

The research, conducted in partnership with BTU, aims to find reliable solutions for farmers to help protect their yields even under unfavorable weather conditions.

“We will keep you updated on the results and share our conclusions so that farmers can preserve as much of their harvest as possible,” Mykhailo summarizes.