EC02-1763 How Windbreaks Work

Authors

James R. Brandle, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Laurie Hodges, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Xinhua Zhou, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Date of this Version

2002

Document Type

Article

Comments

© 2002, The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension. All rights reserved.

Abstract

Windbreaks are barriers used to reduce and redirect wind. They usually consist of trees and shrubs but also may be perennial or annual crops and grasses, fences, or other materials. The reduction in wind speed behind a windbreak modifies the environmental conditions or microclimate in this sheltered zone.