Ammonia and Particulate Matter Emissions at a Korean Commercial Pig Farm and Influencing Factors.

ABSTRACT: Quantifying emission factors of ammonia and particulate matter (PM) in livestock production systems is crucial for assessing and mitigating the environmental impact of animal production and for ensuring industry sustainability. This study aimed to determine emission factors of ammonia, total suspended particles (TSPs), PM₁₀, and PM_2.5 for piglets and growing-finishing pigs at a commercial pig farm in Korea. It also sought to identify factors influencing these emission factors. The research found that the emission factors measured were generally lower than those currently used in Korea, but were consistent with findings from individual research studies in the literature. Seasonal variations were observed, with ammonia emissions peaking in spring and autumn, and PM emis

SUBMITTER: Choi LY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10649674 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature