Regulations

Authors: Rashmi Sahu - Hemendra Kumar, Ph.D. - Andrew Ristvey - Luke Macaulay - Stanton Gill

This guide provides an overview of the requirements and procedures for obtaining a Remote Pilot Certificate under FAA Part 107 and registering drones for legal operation in the United States. It explains eligibility criteria, knowledge test requirements, and the certification process for commercial small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) operators. In addition, it summarizes key operational rules under Part 107, such as visual line-of-sight, altitude limitations, airspace authorization, and safety responsibilities. Designed for students, researchers, agricultural professionals, and new drone operators, this resource serves as a practical reference for understanding FAA compliance and promoting safe, responsible, and lawful drone operations. The guide supports the growing use of drones in applications such as precision agriculture, mapping, environmental monitoring, and aerial data collection. Authors: Rashmi Sahu, Dr. Hemendra Kumar, Dr. Andrew Ristvey, Dr. Luke Macaulay, and Stanton Gill; Title: Guide for FAA Part 107 Certification and Drone Registration (FS-2026-0803.

Authors: Ginger S. Myers

Sales are one-time transactions. Marketing is the process by which you identify a group of people who are willing and able to become and to remain your customers. As a new farmer, you won't have established relationships with customers and potential buyers, yet. You must determine who wants and /or needs your products. These are your potential customers. Marketing takes time. But, it can be one of the most cost-effective uses of time in your business. Author: Ginger Myers; Title: Mastering Marketing for New and Beginning Farmers (FS-1139)

Authors: Paul Goeringer - Catherine Onumajuru - Dale Johnson - Mason Grahame

Determining the value of sweat equity can be both challenging and controversial for farm families. Sweat equity arises as an issue when an on-farm heir receives payment at below market rate, and the farm business grows in size due to an on-farm heir’s below-market labors. Land in the farm may also appreciate in value due to the work of the on-farm heir. It is important to note that the best solution for handling sweat equity is to agree early on to pay the on-farm heir at a market rate. Handling sweat equity early on may necessitate the on-farm heir also working off the farm for additional income if the farm cannot support an additional person full-time. It is important to discuss the farm succession plan and limit the possibility of sweat equity claims at an early stage of farm expansion. Authors: Paul Goeringer, Catherine Onumajuru, Dale Johnson, and Mason Grahame; Title: Valuing On-Farm Heir’s Sweat Equity Is Complicated and Agreements Should Be Developed to Fairly Compensate On-Farm Heirs (FS-1079)