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    Area of Science:

    • Agricultural Science
    • Environmental Science
    • Soil Science

    Background:

    • The U.S. Corn Belt, particularly Iowa, is prone to high nitrous oxide (NO) emissions.
    • Factors contributing to NO emissions include high precipitation, organic-rich soils, and substantial nitrogen (N) fertilizer application in corn production.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To estimate county-level NO emissions from Iowa cornfields using the DeNitrification-DeComposition (DNDC) model.
    • To compare DNDC-derived NO emission estimates with existing field experiment data.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized the DNDC model for NO emission estimations from 2007-2011.
    • Incorporated data from Weather Underground Network and Iowa State University's soil database for model inputs.
    • Used National Agriculture Statistic Service corn yield data to determine N fertilizer inputs.

    Main Results:

    • DNDC estimated county-wide NO emissions in Iowa ranging from 2.2 to 4.7 kg NO-N ha⁻¹ yr⁻¹.
    • Direct NO emissions represented 1.93% of N fertilizer input, varying by cropping district (1.66% to 2.25%).
    • Estimated emission rates exceeded the 1% loss rate commonly used in IPCC Tier 1 assessments.

    Conclusions:

    • The DNDC model provides valuable county-level NO emission estimates for Iowa corn production.
    • Estimated NO emissions are higher than previously assumed, suggesting potential underestimation in current agricultural N management guidelines.
    • Findings emphasize the need for refined emission factors and management strategies to mitigate NO emissions in intensive corn-growing regions.