Can Super Sniffers Diagnose Tree Decay in a Historic Cemetery?

Project Type: Research and Education
Funds awarded in 2021: $248,302.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/2024
Grant Recipients: West Virginia University; University of Kentucky
Region: Northeast
State: West Virginia
Project Leader:
Dr. Eugenia Pena-Yewtukhiw
West Virginia University
Description:
Anecdotal evidence that some individuals can smell changes in soil properties related to microbial products volatiles (e.g. geosmins). The approach of individuals sensing Soil Health Changes was discussed, is included in the survey, and will be applied to the grant.
Type:
Article/Newsletter/Blog
File:
Author:
Mark Coyne, University of Kentucky
Target audience:
Consumers
Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and should not be construed to represent any official USDA or U.S. Government determination or policy.