The first time you complete a spray plan it will seem like a daunting process; however, the process becomes faster and easier with each one you do.

It is important to remember that once your spray plan is in place, it forms the basis of your calibration as most of the calculations are already done.

The spray plan also becomes a guide to sprayer set-up and knowing what nozzles will be required.

The figures calculated for speed, pressure and flow form the basis of how you should set up the rate controller and what to look for on the screen to indicate things are running smoothly while you are spraying.

The spray plan demonstrates that you have considered all aspects of the spray job and forms a record of how you applied each product. This will become increasingly important as applicators may wish to modify buffer zones to suit the situation or tank mix.