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Wind machines cost analysis: Cost records studied for effectiveness of machines in frost protection, operation and maintenance
Author
Harold E. WahlbergAuthor Affiliations
Harold E. Wahlberg is Farm Advisor and County Director of Agricultural Extension Service, Orange County, University of California College of Agriculture.Publication Information
Hilgardia 4(11):13-13. DOI:10.3733/ca.v004n11p13. November 1950.
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Abstract
Conflicting reports on the effectiveness of wind machines—installed as a substitute for the artificial heating of citrus orchards—prompted a study of the efficiency of the machines, under Orange County conditions.
Wahlberg H. 1950. Wind machines cost analysis: Cost records studied for effectiveness of machines in frost protection, operation and maintenance. Hilgardia 4(11):13-13. DOI:10.3733/ca.v004n11p13
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