July 24, 2026

Help from above: Woodley Aerial Spray is ready to cover your acres

Farm Focus

Applying crop-protection products by airplane can be a smart choice for several reasons.

WALNUT, Ill. — When timing matters, Woodley Aerial Spray Inc. is ready to help you get across your acres quickly, efficiently and professionally.

With nearly three decades of experience in aerial application and a fleet of 27 turbine Air Tractor spray planes, Woodley Aerial Spray has the equipment, pilots and ground support needed to handle both large and small application needs.

“From our start in the Corn Belt of northern Illinois, we have grown to serve customers across multiple states while staying focused on dependable service and strong customer relationships,” said office manager Jennifer Morales.

Woodley Aerial Spray offers both liquid and dry applications — including fungicides, insecticides, nutrients, herbicides, fertilizer and cover-crop seeding.

“Whether you prefer hot loads or need us to operate from a local airstrip using one of our load trailers, we are flexible and ready to adapt to your operation,” said owner and pilot Craig Woodley.

Woodley Aerial Spray focuses solely on application. The company does not sell chemical products.

“You provide the product, and we provide the aircraft, experienced pilots, ground crew and reliable service to get the job done,” said operations manager Jeramy VanLanduit.

“Using GPS-guided systems and application technology, we work hard to provide accurate coverage and timely service when your acres are ready. We also offer verified maps with as-applied imagery for customers who want additional confidence in their application records.”

Aerial application offers the advantage of covering more acres per day by one applicator than ground-application systems.

That is especially valuable during wet conditions, when the ground is too muddy for ground equipment to pass without causing damaging ruts and compaction.

In addition, aerial applications have higher clearance for tall crops such as late-season corn, allowing fungicides such as those preventing tar spot to be applied at the proper time.

“If you’re looking for an aerial applicator with the capacity, experience and flexibility to support your farm, give Woodley Aerial Spray a call. We’d appreciate the opportunity to earn your business and help cover your acres this season,” Morales said.

Call 815-379-9300. Or, visit WoodleyAerialSpray.com.

This Farm Focus post is brought to you by Woodley Aerial Spray Inc., which commissioned the article for AgriNews readers.

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