Burning Gas to Fight Frost

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It is possible to burn gas to fight frost

To warm the air and fight against frost episodes, burning gas is a common method. This allows a thermal gain of 5°C or more. The cost of this method ranges between €8,000 and €14,000/ha (about €12,000/ha for 10 nights of fighting).[1]

Advantages Disadvantages
  • night watch required
  • handling (installation and removal of equipment)


Sources

  1. Means of fighting frost, published by the BIVB