Why is aerial application sometimes the only viable option for pest control?

Aerial application can be the only viable option for pest control primarily because of field accessibility issues such as wet conditions or the height of the crops. When fields are too wet, ground vehicles may not be able to navigate safely without causing damage to the soil or the crops. Similarly, if crops have grown tall, ground equipment might not be able to reach the upper portions where pests might be present. Aerial application circumvents these challenges by using aircraft to deliver pesticides directly above the fields, ensuring that treatment can take place despite adverse conditions that ground methods would struggle with. This adaptability makes aerial application crucial in certain agricultural settings where traditional methods are impractical or impossible.