Project Type: Faculty fellowship (UW-RF, UW-P)
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Improving the safety and utilization of organic fertilizer by the application of the novel high voltage atmospheric cold plasma treatment
Wisconsin, a leading agricultural state hosting over 64,900 farms, contributes $104.8 billion annually to its economy. Despite the widespread use of animal manure, concerns persist over pathogen contamination and nutrient…
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Establishment of long term biochar research plots for evaluation of applications to dairy rotations
Biochar has been shown to be a potential method to sequester carbon in the soil to improve sustainability and climate smart practices. However, there is a knowledge gap in the…
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Using seed priming to improve alfalfa feed quality and value
Alfalfa Is a common source for livestock feed (as hay) owing to its high protein content. According to the USDA, there is a strong correlation between relative forage quality (RFQ),…
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Precision livestock farming: Harnessing data and machine learning for enhanced dairy calf health and welfare
This study proposes Precision Livestock Farming (PLF) to enhance dairy calf health and welfare. The traditional methods of periodic observations for monitoring animal health are deemed insufficient, leading to potential…
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Effects of using calf jackets on performance and health of purebred and crossbred dairy calves in different rearing environments
The use of calf jackets for dairy calves is consistently increasing due to industry recommendations — however, research is limited as to their benefits. The objective of this trial is…
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Optimizing forage cover crop systems for agronomic production and environmental stewardship
This project will evaluate the interactive effects of cover crop species, environmental factors and agronomic management on the productivity of forage cover crop rotations in Northern climates using field and…
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Rural economic development in Wisconsin: Analysis of intergenerational mobility and community-centered case studies
This project aims to addresses the question of how to initiate rural economic development projects, from the perspective of rural local officials. Research on rural economic development is limited by…
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Groundwater fluctuations-related nutrient cycling and stream water quality in agricultural headwater areas
Wisconsin has seen changes in groundwater levels due to the changing climate and rainfall patterns. Groundwater levels impact soil moisture, thus, oxygen availability, which impacts nutrient cycling and export. However,…
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Establishing a Baseline Greenhouse Gas Budget and Climate Resilience Target for the Mann Valley Dairy Farm
In spite of the popular perception that larger dairy farms cause greater environmental damages than smaller operations, there is limited scientific literature on the effect of farm size on distinct…
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Efficient manure land application through innovative tillage systems: Feasibility and environmental impacts
This project aims to investigate the feasibility of the integration of innovative tillage and liquid manure land application and holistically evaluate associated agronomic, environmental, and economic impacts. A field unit…
