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Since its inception in 2004, CIG has funded hundreds of projects, boosting natural resource conservation while helping producers improve the health of their operations for the future. Use this tool to search for CIG projects based on any of the criteria listed below.
CIG projects from 2004-2009 may be missing information in the following categories: Resource Concern (specific), Conservation Practice, Production/Use.
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HAWAII INSTITUTE OF PACIFIC AGRICULTURE
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HI
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2023
HIP Agriculture Soil Conservation Project will emphasize the utilization of cover cropping, Polynesian crop agroforestry, and varying composting methods to improve Hawaiʻi’s soil health, increase crop production, and build resiliency against impending climate change conditions. To maintain project stasis and ensure overall success, HIP Ag will work in collaboration with University of Hawaiʻi (Manoa), Ridge to Reefs, and Hoʽōla Farms.
Novel Highly Efficient Fertilizers & Seed Treatments for Organic Production Systems for HU Producers
BIOMINERAL SYSTEMS LLC
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AZ
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2023
This project will use novel, validated technologies of the company to manage fertilizer application in vegetable organic production systems to enable an easy and successful transition from conventional to organic production while ensuring optimal yields. These conservation innovation trials in partnership with University of Arizona and USDA-ARS will result in addressing water quantity, water quality and equity issues for the Colorado River Indian Tribes.
BRIGHTER FUTURE FARMS, LLC
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MS
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2023
Brighter Future Farms, LLC will utilize organic horticulture-based agroforestry concepts and practices to plant trees and crops that will promote soil health and create productive and sustainable land use practices. Agroforestry combines agriculture and forestry; the benefits of Agroforestry include clean air, forest fire prevention, soil fertility, carbon sequestration, production of food and medicine, and providing shade and protection against soil, water, and wind erosion.
E Kupaku Ka Aina
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HI
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2023
Reviving on-farm indigenous crop cultivar diversity in kalo (taro) and ʻuala(sweet potato), both of which are culturally significant Hawaiian food crops, provides resilience against climate change for HU growers. Reviving knowledge embedded in Hawaiian lunar planting systems practices is an indigenous tool for improving productivity and crop quality (moving the needle towards food sovereignty) while adapting to seasonal and climate shifts without expensive inputs. This project brings both approaches together using indigenous and conventional science, repurposed planting plan tools, and collaborative learning.
University of California - Davis
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CA
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2023
University of California Davis will implement plant-based monitoring of midday stem water potential (SWP) using manually operated pressure chambers as well as a novel automated microtensiometer sensor to schedule the first irrigation in walnuts. The practice of waiting to irrigate in the spring until SWP drops below the non-soil-water-limited (baseline) value will substantially reduce total seasonal irrigation and hence conserve water, while maintaining yield and quality. This practice may also have long term benefits for root system and soil health, as well as tree resilience to environmental stress.
GREENSKY GIVES, INC.
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AL, FL, TN
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2023
GreenSky Gives Inc. is led by U.S. military veterans. The project’s over-arching goal is to increase adoption of conservation practices, primarily irrigation water management technologies in Alabama, Tennessee, and Florida. This project will encourage effective irrigation and demonstrate the feasibility of sensor-based technology and solar-powered irrigation systems at small to medium-scale, limited-resource group farmsteads. On-farm trials will center on the needs of historically underserved producers while using learning platforms for training, providing technical assistance, and evaluating the barriers and challenges to the widespread adoption of solar-powered pump irrigation and sensor-based irrigation practices. Evaluation will be conducted by skilled personnel ensuring historically underserved producers can effectively monitor irrigation requirements via technology enhancements.
MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY
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TN
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2023
The robust livestock industry of the Southeastern United States faces growing environmental concerns related to methane, a potent greenhouse gas. This project presents a comprehensive, low-cost strategy to reduce enteric methane emissions by leveraging the beneficial properties of herbal feed supplements. By incorporating herbal feed supplements into livestock diets, the project aims to not only reduce methane emissions but also promote overall animal health and productivity. The project contributes to regional and global environmental goals by mitigating climate change and enhancing the sustainability of livestock operations in the Southeast U.S.
SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
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SD
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2023
Saline/sodic soils threaten soil health, crop yield, and economic viability of rural communities. This project will demonstrate and evaluate how annual nurse crops speed up phytoremediation of areas to perennial grasses and convert near barren areas into vibrant grasslands. The grass quality will be assessed for haying/feeding. The improvement in environmental quality measured through quantifying greenhouse gas emissions, soil health, and wildlife and pollinator habitat will be accessed.
WHATCOM CONSERVATION DISTRICT
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WA
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2023
This project will promote widespread use of proven soil moisture and evapotranspiration‐based
precision irrigation decision making technologies in Northwestern Washington. Whatcom Conservation District will conduct multiple case studies implementing these tools with irrigated crops, including raspberries, blueberries, seed potatoes, grass, and mixed vegetables, with priority participation of historically underserved producers. The resultant wireless producer network of 66 real‐time field‐specific soil moisture sensors will be combined with the installation of six AgWeatherNet stations to increase spatial data resolution and locally calibrate Washington State University’s Irrigation Scheduler Mobile tool. Changes in producer irrigation decision processes due to implementation of the technology will be evaluated, as well as changes in irrigation water use efficiency, time savings, and associated economic benefits.
precision irrigation decision making technologies in Northwestern Washington. Whatcom Conservation District will conduct multiple case studies implementing these tools with irrigated crops, including raspberries, blueberries, seed potatoes, grass, and mixed vegetables, with priority participation of historically underserved producers. The resultant wireless producer network of 66 real‐time field‐specific soil moisture sensors will be combined with the installation of six AgWeatherNet stations to increase spatial data resolution and locally calibrate Washington State University’s Irrigation Scheduler Mobile tool. Changes in producer irrigation decision processes due to implementation of the technology will be evaluated, as well as changes in irrigation water use efficiency, time savings, and associated economic benefits.
UNITED STATES COMPOSTING COUNCIL, THE
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CA, CO, WA
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2023
The US Composting Council will coordinate with leading researchers and project implementation partners to conduct 88 new SHD trials of compost application in varied production systems. The comparative trials will assess environmental, economic, and social benefits to compost application across a variety of soil types, compost types/rates, and production systems in three states: California, Colorado, and Washington. The trials will measure the agronomic, social and environmental impacts of compost on soil carbon, water holding capacity, and overall soil health; develop accessible compost application guidance for producers and technical assistance providers; and inform potential updates to NRCS guidance related to Conservation Practice Standard 336 as well as providing interoperable data to improve DayCent and MEMS models.