Wind Turbines Used To Protect Michigan Crops From Frost
Farmers in Michigan are using wind turbines to protect crops from freezing conditions this week. The turbines rotate to mix warmer air from higher altitudes down to the surface. This process helps prevent crop damage from frost.
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WTOP Washington DC
“Farmers in Michigan are dealing with frost and freezing conditions this week, but they have a way to protect their crops from the cold. Trevor Crane says wind turbines help mix warmer air down from higher altitudes to the surface, which helps keep crops from getting damaged.”
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