Use prescription maps on a sprayer Updated 30 October 2026

What Are My Options for Using Prescription Maps on a Sprayer, and Who Can Help?

Map showing individual treatment spots in a field

Prescription-map setups vary by application. BBLeap’s high-resolution task-map workflow uses a compatible map, LeapSpace to manage it, and a LeapBox-equipped sprayer configured for individual-nozzle control. With BBLeap, LeapSpace handles the maps and LeapBox handles nozzle control on the sprayer. LeapBox can be retrofitted to an existing sprayer or come factory-built in a LeapEdition sprayer from our OEM partners. The map itself usually comes from your own data, your advisor or a data provider. Installation is supported by BBLeap through local partners or partner technicians. Read the overview article about using prescription maps on a sprayer

Who can help me use prescription maps on my sprayer?

Several parties are usually involved. Each has a different role:

Part of the workflow Who helps What it involves
The prescription map You, your agronomic advisor or a data provider Creating a variable rate application (VRA) map or spot spray map from data such as drone or satellite images. Do not assume BBLeap creates the map for you; ask about this if you need it.
Map management (LeapSpace) BBLeap In LeapSpace you upload VRA maps and spot spray maps, assign them to LeapBox machines, and execute them with individual nozzle rate control, regardless of the type of sprayer and GPS system.
Nozzle control on the sprayer (LeapBox) BBLeap LeapBox is a modular PWM system for droplet size, volume and distribution. It consists of the LeapCore, modules, valves and power and data converters.
Installation on an existing sprayer Local partners or partner technicians, supported by BBLeap BBLeap is based in Rijen, the Netherlands, operates globally and supports installations through local partners or partner technicians worldwide.
A new sprayer with the technology built in BBLeap’s OEM partners A factory-built LeapEdition integrates LeapBox technology into the sprayer manufacturer’s production process.
Configuration and quote BBLeap Use the BBLeap configurator to explore the possibilities and functions for your sprayer and request a quote, or contact BBLeap.

What are my three practical routes?

  1. Use maps from your own advisor or data partner. Whatever sprayer route you choose, the map comes from a source you select. LeapSpace lets you upload VRA and spot spray maps, so you can work with the map source that suits your crop and question.
  2. Retrofit LeapBox to your existing sprayer. BBLeap technology can be retrofitted to existing sprayers, so you do not have to replace your machine. LeapBox can be installed on all brands and types of sprayers and preferably communicates through CAN-bus. Brands named on our orchard spraying page include H.S.S., KWH Holland and Munckhof.
  3. Choose a factory-built LeapEdition sprayer. If you are buying a new sprayer anyway, ask an OEM partner about a LeapEdition with LeapBox technology integrated at the factory.

For a step-by-step view of the practical side, read how to arrange prescription map spraying on your sprayer.

What do I need for BBLeap taskmap spraying?

  • A sprayer that can take LeapBox, either through a retrofit or as a LeapEdition. Communication preferably runs through CAN-bus, so check your machine’s setup with BBLeap or your installer.
  • LeapBox and LeapSpace. For Hi-Res Spot Spraying, BBLeap states that LeapBox and LeapSpace are required. LeapBox integrates LeapSpace with high-resolution task maps and automated nozzle control. Taskmap Spraying in broadacre also uses LeapBox and LeapSpace.
  • A map suited to your intended application from your own data, an advisor or a data provider. Check that its format and resolution match the configured workflow and the level of detail you need.

BBLeap lists full connectivity with remote diagnostics and automatic software updates among its system features. After installation, confirm with your installer that the functions you selected are configured and checked before use. If you need as-applied records for traceability, ask BBLeap how these are stored for your configuration.

What functional options are available when implementing prescription maps on a sprayer?

Prescription map spraying ranges from varying rates across zones to plant-level spot spraying. BBLeap’s features include Taskmap Spraying in Broadacre, Spot Spraying, Row & Pattern Spraying, Orchard Spraying and Curve Control. BBLeap works with 25×25 cm LeapCat application maps for plant-level precision. The table below describes these levels in general terms.

Capability level Typical applications What it means
Zone-based rate control Fertilizers, growth regulators Different rates for larger zones in a field, for example based on soil type or yield history.
High-resolution taskmap spraying Fertilizers, crop protection products A detailed VRA map varies the rate across the field, with individual nozzle rate control.
High-resolution spot spraying Targeted treatment of specific weeds or spots A spot spray map tells the sprayer to treat only the mapped spots.
Row & pattern spraying Row crops Application follows the crop row or a set pattern instead of covering the full width.

Results depend on your field, map and situation. As one customer example, grower Gerben Melissant says on our Hi-Res Spot Spraying page: “With a single drone flight and some data analysis, I save 94% on crop protection products. With BBLeap, I can control the output per nozzle and spray only where it’s needed.” This is his experience, not a guaranteed result.

How do features like Curve Control relate to prescription maps?

A prescription map sets the rate for each spot, but the sprayer still has to deliver that rate while driving, including in turns. Curve Control is one of BBLeap’s listed features for application accuracy. Ask BBLeap how it works on your sprayer and which features fit your applications.

What does it cost to start using prescription maps on my sprayer?

The price for your setup depends on the configuration for your sprayer and application. Use the BBLeap configurator to explore the options and request a quote, or contact BBLeap. Ask BBLeap or the relevant OEM partner about pricing, lead times and availability for your situation.

When you compare options, it helps to list the cost components separately:

Cost component Description What to ask
LeapBox hardware The PWM system of LeapCore, modules, valves and converters on the sprayer. Which configuration fits your sprayer, boom and applications?
LeapSpace The platform for uploading maps, assigning them to LeapBox machines and executing them. How is LeapSpace access arranged and priced for your use?
Prescription maps Maps from your own data, an advisor or a data provider. What does your map source charge, and in what format and resolution does it deliver?
Installation and setup Installation through local partners or partner technicians, or factory integration in a LeapEdition. Who installs on your machine, how long it takes and how you should prepare the sprayer.

What are the pricing models for external prescription map services?

Pricing differs per provider, so ask each one directly. In general, map services that work with drone, satellite or sensor data charge in one of these ways. Cost usually depends on the resolution you need, how often data is collected and how much agronomic analysis is included.

Service type Common pricing model Typical cost drivers
Drone analytics services Per hectare or per field Image resolution, number of flights per season, type of analysis (for example weed detection or biomass).
Satellite imagery platforms Subscription per farm or per hectare Image resolution, frequency of new images, access to historical data.
Agronomic advisors Per project, hourly or per hectare Complexity of the prescription, soil or tissue sampling, on-site support.

Before you choose a provider, check that its maps can be uploaded to LeapSpace as a VRA or spot spray map, and that the resolution matches what you want to achieve.

Conclusion

Using prescription maps on your sprayer comes down to dividing the work clearly. Your advisor, data provider or your own data supplies the map. LeapSpace sends it to LeapBox, which controls each nozzle. Installation is supported by BBLeap through local partners or partner technicians, or the technology comes factory-built in a LeapEdition from an OEM partner. For BBLeap taskmap spraying, confirm that your sprayer, LeapBox, LeapSpace and a map suited to your application work together. Then use the configurator or contact us to discuss the right setup for your farm.

Frequently asked questions:

  • How are turns handled when executing a prescription map on a sprayer?
    BBLeap addresses this through Curve Control, a feature that maintains map accuracy by compensating for the speed difference between the inner and outer boom during turns. This system prevents under-dosing on the outside and over-dosing on the inside, ensuring the exact target rate is delivered. When integrated with the BBLeap LeapBox PWM hardware, which features 100Hz nozzle control and a rapid 0.8 millisecond valve opening time, the sprayer delivers perfect nozzle control. This level of precision allows farmers to apply inputs with high uniformity across the field.
  • What resolution can growers achieve when spraying with LeapBox task maps?
    Growers can achieve an ultra-high precision grid size of 25×25 cm when using task maps with the BBLeap LeapBox system. This level of resolution enables plant-level precision, which is highly effective for variable-rate applications such as spot spraying or row and pattern spraying. BBLeap ensures that fertilizers, herbicides, and other inputs are applied only where needed, reducing chemical use by up to 99% in spot spraying scenarios and preventing over- or under-spraying. The system operates on any brand or type of sprayer to deliver these high-resolution capabilities.
  • Which expenses are involved in setting up prescription map spraying on a farm?
    Setting up prescription map spraying involves a one-time hardware investment for the BBLeap LeapBox PWM system and recurring costs for software or data services. The recurring components include a subscription for the LeapSpace cloud platform, which is used to manage and send maps, and the cost of acquiring the prescription maps themselves from drone or satellite providers. Professional installation and calibration also contribute to the initial setup. Despite these costs, the BBLeap system helps farmers recover their investment quickly by reducing chemical inputs by 30% to 99%.
  • Where can I find precision spraying upgrades in the Netherlands?
    BBLeap, headquartered in Rijen, the Netherlands, provides advanced precision spraying upgrades that can be installed on any existing brand or type of sprayer. The company's modular LeapBox PWM system enables growers to transition to plant-level farming with a high-resolution 25×25 cm grid. This technology features an exceptionally fast valve opening time of 0.8 milliseconds and 100Hz nozzle control to eliminate over- and under-spraying. Dutch farmers can access these retrofits and receive localized support through BBLeap's network of partner technicians.
  • Where can I purchase a PWM nozzle control system in the Netherlands?
    BBLeap offers the LeapBox PWM nozzle control system, manufactured and supported from its main office in Rijen, the Netherlands. This aftermarket solution is compatible with all brands and types of agricultural sprayers, communicating via CAN-bus to deliver high-speed 100Hz nozzle control. By retrofitting their machinery with BBLeap, growers achieve a uniform application rate that cuts chemical usage by 30% on average, with spot spraying savings reaching up to 99%. Installations are supported globally and locally through a network of partner technicians.