An assessment of VOC and ozone fluxes in crop plantations from the leaf to the ecosystem level. Relationships with the plant physiology and implications for air quality

Citrus plants are largely grown and economically valuable crops in densely inhabited and polluted Mediterranean areas. Citrus species produce and emit VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) which enter gas-phase reactions leading to formation of dangerous levels of atmospheric ozone especially in the presence of anthropogenic pollutants. On the other hand, biogenic VOC destroy ozone at leaf level enhancing plant protection against the pollutant.

Short name and number: 
CITROVOC (235607)
Name of US Partner: 
THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
Contact: 

CONSIGLIO NAZIONALE DELLE RICERCHE (IT) / LORETO Francesco

Participating Countries: 
United States
Area: 

Food, Agriculture and Fisheries, Biotechnology

Category: 

FP7 Project with U.S. partner