Frost protection through watering
Implementation
Mid term
Sustainability components
- GHG emissions
- Air quality
- Soil
- Water
- Biodiversity
- Animal welfare
- Economic
- Social
- Technical feasibility
Climate risk region
Continental
Weather event addressed
Spring
Farming system
FRUITS & VINEYARDS
Apple, vineyards
Description of the measure
A continious watering for frost protection avoids frost damages on buds and blossoms
Comments on sustainability
Watering for frost protection is an effective measure to avoid heavy damages in the crop culture and to ensure a good harvest. It has to be noted that the investment is high and the water availability has to be checked. The watering leads to a higher energy and water demand on the farm