Fertilizer applications

Herbicides are essential for controlling invasive weeds that compete with crops for sunlight, nutrients, and water. Through agricultural aviation, herbicides can be applied quickly, uniformly, and with precision across large fields, including areas where ground equipment may struggle. GPS-guided aircraft ensure accurate coverage with minimal overlap, reducing waste and protecting surrounding crops and environments. Aerial application offers farmers an efficient, non-invasive way to manage weed pressure, improve crop health, and maximize yields—saving time, fuel, and resources while keeping fields clean and productive.

Timber applications

Fertilizer Applications for Timber Growth

Healthy, productive timber begins with property nutrition. Fertilizer applications play a critical role in ensuring your timber stands thrive and reach their full potential. Whether you're managing pine plantations, hardwood stands, or mixed forests, targeted fertilization can dramatically improve growth rates, wood quality, and long-term profitability.

Why Fertilize Timber?

Timber soils often lack essential nutrients - especially Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Potassium (K) - which are vital for tree health and growth. Over time, repeated harvests and natural nutrient leaching can leave soils depleted. Fertilizing replenishes these nutrients, helping your trees grow faster and stronger.

Benefits of Timber Fertilization

Increased Growth Rates - Accelerate diameter and height growth for faster harvest cycles.
Enhanced Wood Quality - Improve density and overall product value.
Better Stand Health - Strengthen trees against stress, pests, and diseases
Higher Return on Investment - Shorten rotation times and increase overall yield

When Should You Fertilize?

After Planting - Boost early growth and survival rates.
Mid-Rotation - Maximize volume during peak growth years.
Post-Thinning - Encourage regrowth and canopy recovery.

Custom Fertilization Plans

Every timber tract is unique. Parrish Aerial Services analyzes your soil and stand conditions to develop a tailored nutrient management plan. From aerial applications for large-scale plantations to ground-based spreading for smaller tracts, we provide solutions that fit your needs and budget for applications.

Sustainable Practices

We use responsible application techniques to minimize environmental impact while maximizing results. Our goal is healthy forests today and thriving ecosystems tomorrow.

Locations we serve

Edenton, NC | 113 Airport Dr | 252-862-7133

Serving growers throughout Chowan County and neighboring communities.

Plymouth, NC | 1075 Plymouth Airport Rd | 252-862-7167

Providing aerial application services to Washington and surrounding counties.

Elizabeth City, NC | 784 Foreman Bundy Rd | 252-267-7370

Providing aerial application services to Pasquotank and surrounding counties.

Bayboro, NC

Providing aerial application services to Pamlico and surrounding counties.

Greenville, IL | 1375 Sky Ln | 618-642-8146

Providing aerial application services to Bond and Central Illinois.

we are READY TO SERVE YOUR OPERATION!

Whether you need aerial application, cover crop seeding, fungicide applications, fertilizer applications, or other aerial agricultural services, our experienced team is committed to providing safe, efficient, and timely service throughout our coverage area.

Don't see your location listed above? Contact us today! We regularly travel beyond our primary service area and would be happy to discuss your needs.

Parrish Aerial Services is a leading agricultural aviation company based in Eastern North Carolina, providing aerial spraying, aerial seeding, fertilizer application, fungicide application, and crop protection services. Our multiple locations allow us to respond quickly and efficiently to meet the needs of our customers across the region.