What Is Agricultural Air Pollution? 8 Harmful Gases Every Farmer Should Know

Though agriculture is usually associated with land and water pollution, it is also a major source of air pollutants. In the USA, agriculture results in 17,900 air-quality–related deaths each year, while in Europe, 45% of premature mortality is attributable to agricultural air pollution. Some agricultural pollutant gases can travel more than 500 km from their sources and affect populations beyond the rural agricultural community.