Search for dissertations about: "agricultural risk"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 281 swedish dissertations containing the words agricultural risk.
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1. The role of subsoil properties for phosphorus leaching in agricultural soils
Abstract : Phosphorus (P) leaching from agricultural land is a large contributor to eutrophication of many surface waters and the Baltic Sea. Better knowledge of P sorption and release in the subsoil could enable the development of effective mitigation strategies for P leaching. READ MORE
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2. Chlorine Cycling in Terrestrial Environments
Abstract : Chlorinated organic compounds (Clorg) are produced naturally in soil. Formation and degradation of Clorg affect the chlorine (Cl) cycling in terrestrial environments and chlorine can be retained or released from soil. READ MORE
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3. Labour input in Swedish intensive beef cattle production : physical work environment and motivation
Abstract : Red veal and young bull production are the two main intensive beef finishing systems in Sweden and utilise practically all male calves from the dairy and suckler cow herds. This thesis examined labour input and physical working conditions in the two systems in order to identify factors influencing these parameters. READ MORE
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4. Risk Management Under Uncertainty : Strategies for protecting health and the environment
Abstract : This thesis deals with problems related to the management of environmental and health risks and problems. The general hypothesis of this work was that there are possibilities of making considerable improvements in the decision analysis and management of complicated environmental and health risks and problems. READ MORE
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5. Impact of horse-keeping on phosphorus (P) concentrations in soil and water
Abstract : Agricultural sources contribute significantly to the high phosphorus (P) loads in water, causing eutrophication in many of Europe’s water bodies. Consequently, priority has been given to reducing P leakage from sources, including soils used for animal farming. READ MORE