Korean Journal of Environmental Agriculture · 2013 · 10 citations · 2 references
Natural ResourcesEnvironmental EngineeringEnvironmental ManagementPollution ControlWater Quality EngineeringWater TreatmentBest Management PracticesNonpoint Source Pollution ControlPollution Load ManagementPond ManagementWater ManagementWater PollutionAgricultural Nonpoint Source PollutionAgricultural Nonpoint Source Pollution ControlAgricultural Runoff PollutionBest Management Practice EvaluationDrainageNonpoint Source Pollution ReductionPond Wastewater ManagementPond Wastewater Treatment
Water-born pollution loads by agricultural non-point source (NPS) pollution are expected to become intensified due to ongoing precipitation change. Therefore, it is essential to develop a best management practice (BMP) that is suitable to agricultural environments in Korea. This study aimed to develop an environmental-friendly BMP to reduce NPS pollution load by agricultural activities. An eco-friendly way, small drainage pond, was suggested in this study to avoid direct drainage of agricultural runoffs and eventually reduce the amount of pollutants discharged into the surrounding aqua-environment. METHODS AND RESULTS: A small pond (12 m
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