Crop Selection
An Italian Farmer Surveying What Crop is More Affected
The Question
A farmer in the Po Valley is surveying which crop is more effected by ozone exposure now and in the future. The farmer is seeking additional information to make an informed decision about whether to continue growing wheat or expand maize production on the same land.
The Solution
By using the AerYield service, the farmer gains insights in current and future yield losses of wheat and maize. Both crops experience the same ozone exposure during the growing season. Differences in yield loss reflect crop sensitivity, not location or management.
The Insight
In 2025, ozone-related yield losses for wheat are more than three times higher than for maize, making crop choice a key lever for managing ozone risks. Also the forecast supports this change in strategy.
