Essays about: "agricultural area"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 534 essays containing the words agricultural area.

  1. 11. Modelling the Water Table in a Bog

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Fysiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi och ekosystemvetenskap

    Author : Tobias Bowley; [2023]
    Keywords : Physics and Astronomy;

    Abstract : Over the past five years, an ongoing study at INES, Lund University, have examined the encroachment of trees and vegetation into a bog ecosystem in northern Scania, Sweden. While several factors have been identified as contributing to this ecological transformation, including, nutrient availability, and climate, the hydrological aspect remains a key area of investigation. READ MORE

  3. 12. Soil compaction and the effect on infiltration in urban green environments : A study based on field measurements and HYDRUS 1D modelling

    University essay from

    Author : Anastasia Novikova; [2023]
    Keywords : HYDRUS; surface runoff; soil compaction; urban environments;

    Abstract : The consequences of recent flooding and extreme rain events have highlighted the importance of proper urban planning and preventative measures for storm water management. As cities become more urbanized the significance of permeable surfaces such as parks and other urban green spaces increases which infiltrate the water into the ground. READ MORE

  4. 13. Design, Analysis and Performance Evaluation of Indirect Solar Dryer

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för energivetenskaper

    Author : Tandin Jamtsho; [2023]
    Keywords : Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Food production is a critical component of global livelihoods and economic revenue. However, storing harvested food presents challenges in minimizing post-harvest losses. Among various methods, food drying has emerged as a popular technique for preserving food during off-seasons. READ MORE

  5. 14. Differens i volym mellan skördardata och laserdata i slutavverkningsbestånd

    University essay from SLU/School for Forest Management

    Author : Sarah Olofsson; Felix Östlund; [2023]
    Keywords : flygburen laserskanning; fjärranalys; slutavverkningsbestånd; skördare;

    Abstract : Sedan den flygburna nationella laserskanningen påbörjades 2009 har Skogliga grunddata blivit ett viktigt verktyg för de verksamma i skogsbranschen både tidsmässigt, praktiskt och ekonomiskt. Lantmäteriet, Skogsstyrelsen och Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet påbörjade 2018 en andra nationell skanningsomgång. READ MORE

  6. 15. Characterization of Compost from Reusable Industrial Streams: : physical, Nutrient, and Microbial Properties

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)

    Author : Ellen Ek Moreau; [2023]
    Keywords : Spent mushroom compost; apple orchard waste; soil amendment; compost optimization; circular agriculture;

    Abstract : The increasing global population, combined with soil degradation, poses challenges to food security, and raises concerns about the excessive and long-term use of conventional fertilizers. Evaluating sustainable alternative by-products for their soil-improving properties could offer a potential solution, particularly for Swedish fruit producers who can tap into local waste streams as a circular source of plant nutrients. READ MORE