To maintain a constant spray rate while increasing the speed of the sprayer, what should you do with the delivery rate?

To maintain a constant spray rate while increasing the speed of the sprayer, it is necessary to decrease the delivery rate measured in gallons per minute (GPM). When the speed of the sprayer increases, the area being covered in the same amount of time also increases. To ensure that the amount of product being sprayed remains effective and consistent over this larger area, you must reduce the delivery rate.

Maintaining the same GPM at a higher speed would result in applying too much product to the area, which could lead to overapplication and potential crop damage or environmental contamination. Conversely, increasing the delivery rate would also not maintain a constant spray rate, as you'd be oversaturating the ground. Therefore, decreasing the delivery rate is essential for achieving the intended spray rate per unit area at increased speeds.