Cooperative extension-based system of detecting and evaluating air pollution damage to vegetation

Journal Article · Tue Feb 01 04:00:00 EST 1972 · J. Air Pollut. Control Assoc.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1080/00022470.1972.10469614· OSTI ID:6166795

Lacasse, N L; Weidensaul, T C

A statewide survey of air pollution damage to vegetation was initiated to determine the impact of the problem in Pennsylvania. Ninety-two cases of suspected pollution damage were reported from 28 counties. Air pollution damage was confirmed in 60 of the cases. Estimates of damage were based on crop value and production costs at the time of damage. These were classified as direct losses. Profit losses, losses resulting from crop substitution, and relocation costs were classified as indirect losses. Results of the survey indicate that acute fumigations are likely to be reported under this system because these are more likely to be brought to the attention of county agents. Chronic fumigations resulting in minor damage are not likely to be noticed. 2 references.

• Research Organization: Pennsylvania State Univ., University Park
• OSTI ID: 6166795
• Journal Information: J. Air Pollut. Control Assoc.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Air Pollut. Control Assoc.; (United States) Vol. 22:2; ISSN JPCAA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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