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* Windbreaks increase pollination efficiency<ref name="nuberg2009" /> by bees (see above) and other insect pollinators. In a temperate climate, fruit trees (e.g. peach, plum) blossom early in the year. At this time weather conditions may be poor, and the trees can suffer significantly reduced yields due to poor pollination.<ref name="pike2011" /> In the UK, there tend to be cold Easterly winds at blossom time,<ref name="pike2011" /> so windbreaks for orchards and forest gardens may be best orientated against the prevailing easterly wind at this time of year. | * Windbreaks increase pollination efficiency<ref name="nuberg2009" /> by bees (see above) and other insect pollinators. In a temperate climate, fruit trees (e.g. peach, plum) blossom early in the year. At this time weather conditions may be poor, and the trees can suffer significantly reduced yields due to poor pollination.<ref name="pike2011" /> In the UK, there tend to be cold Easterly winds at blossom time,<ref name="pike2011" /> so windbreaks for orchards and forest gardens may be best orientated against the prevailing easterly wind at this time of year. | ||
* Buildings in windy areas can reduce heating costs up to 30% by placement of a sheltering windbreak.<ref name="ART">[https://www.agroforestry.co.uk/about-agroforestry/other-agroforestry-systems/ Agroforestry Research Trust]</ref> | * Buildings in windy areas can reduce heating costs up to 30% by placement of a sheltering windbreak.<ref name="ART">[https://www.agroforestry.co.uk/about-agroforestry/other-agroforestry-systems/ Agroforestry Research Trust]</ref> |