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research article

Wind machines cost analysis: Cost records studied for effectiveness of machines in frost protection, operation and maintenance

authors

Harold E. Wahlberg, University of California College of Agriculture

publication information

California Agriculture 4(11):13-13. DOI: 10.3733/ca.v004n11p13. November 1950.

abstract

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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.

author affiliations

Harold E. Wahlberg is Farm Advisor and County Director of Agricultural Extension Service, Orange County, University of California College of Agriculture.