Simulation of pesticide behavior in a paddy block by a pesticide fate and transport model

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Abstract

A simulation model (PCPF-B) was developed based on the PCPF-1 model to predict the runoff of pesticides from paddy plots to a drainage canal in a paddy block. The block-scale model now comprises three modules: (1) a module for pesticide application, (2) a module for pesticide behavior in paddy fields, and (3) a module for pesticide concentration in the drainage canal. The PCPF-B model was first evaluated by published data in a single plot and then was applied to predict the concentration of bensulfuron-methyl in one paddy block in the Sakura river basin, Ibaraki, Japan, where a detailed field survey was conducted. The PCPF-B model simulated well the behavior of bensulfuron-methyl in individual paddy plots. It also reflected the runoff pattern of bensulfuron-methyl at the block outlet, although overestimation of bensulfuronmethyl concentrations occurred due to uncertainty in water balance estimation. Application of water management practice such as water-holding period and seepage control also affected the performance of the model. A probabilistic approach may be necessary for a comprehensive risk assessment in large-scale paddy areas.

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Phong, T. K., Hiramatsu, K., Vu, S. H., Ishihara, S., & Watanabe, H. (2009). Simulation of pesticide behavior in a paddy block by a pesticide fate and transport model. Journal of the Faculty of Agriculture, Kyushu University, 54(2), 505–512. https://doi.org/10.5109/16138

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