The Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute has become a global leader in enhancing knowledge, fostering future water and food security leaders and developing effective techniques to sustainably manage water and increase food security. In the next decade, it is combining funding from the Robert B. Daugherty Foundation and other sources to ensure long-term sustainability and maximize its impact.
New and future investments in DWFI’s mission
The University of Nebraska Foundation is engaged with individuals and corporate leaders nationwide who have an interest in sustainable agriculture, and works to raise awareness about DWFI's work in Nebraska and internationally.
Advocates for NU learn more about DWFI’s work at trustees event
In October 2022 during the Nebraska Water Center’s conference in Kearney, Neb., the University of Nebraska Foundation and DWFI organized a panel presentation for Foundation trustees from Central Nebraska.
Lefore named Associate Director of Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute
The Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute (DWFI) at the University of Nebraska recently named Nicole Lefore as Associate Director of Sustainable Agriculture Water Management.
NWC external review commends strong leadership, synergy with DWFI
In 2022, the Nebraska Water Center (NWC) underwent its 5-year programmatic review to improve the program’s effectiveness and quality in alignment with the University’s strategic plans.
FY 2023 Annual Report
- Overview
- Introduction
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Research and Policy
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Global
- Brazilian agricultural state looks to Nebraska and DWFI to sustainably manage water resources
- Irrigation equipment ownership not always best for smallholder farmers
- McCornick and Neale re-elected to World Water Council, DWFI involved in preparations for the World Water Forum
- Understanding the agtech ecosystem in India can spur future investments
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Regional + National
- DAWN Project testing its decision-support tools with corn and soybean growers
- Water Center director helps City of Lincoln find second water source
- Water, Climate and Health program makes an impact in Nebraska
- DWFI's flux tower network now helps validate carbon credits
- Understanding climate’s effect on the health of Americans
- Groundwater transfer success stories guide water managers in meeting local water needs
- Advancements in crop modeling help adapt to climate change
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Global
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Education
- Faculty Fellows
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Supported Students
- DWFI funds eight new students working on mission-related projects
- DWFI continues support of Platte Basin Timelapse interns
- Estimation of manure nutrient capacity in Nebraska minimizes water quality impacts
- Could cover crops replace offset in-season corn fertilizer?
- Congratulations to DWFI-supported student graduates
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Communication
- Digital and online engagement connects DWFI with its global audience
- Coverage of DWFI research and events reaches more than 219 million people
- Creative storytelling used to amplify DWFI smallholder irrigation research outputs
- DWFI expertise tapped for national reports and publications
- DWFI staff receive well-deserved recognition
- 2022 Nebraska Water Center Annual Report now available
-
Outreach and Events
- Global Conference draws international audience to address water and food security
- On-farm event in Western Nebraska strengthens partnerships, spurs new ideas
- Engagement recovers to pre-pandemic levels
- Drought at forefront of discussions at Platte River Basin Conference
- 49th Annual Water Tour broadens knowledge about Nebraska water
- Nebraska Water Center seminars focus on hot topics in Nebraska Water
- Development
- Resources
- Search
FY 2023 Annual Report
- Overview
- Introduction
-
Research and Policy
-
Global
- Brazilian agricultural state looks to Nebraska and DWFI to sustainably manage water resources
- Irrigation equipment ownership not always best for smallholder farmers
- McCornick and Neale re-elected to World Water Council, DWFI involved in preparations for the World Water Forum
- Understanding the agtech ecosystem in India can spur future investments
-
Regional + National
- DAWN Project testing its decision-support tools with corn and soybean growers
- Water Center director helps City of Lincoln find second water source
- Water, Climate and Health program makes an impact in Nebraska
- DWFI's flux tower network now helps validate carbon credits
- Understanding climate’s effect on the health of Americans
- Groundwater transfer success stories guide water managers in meeting local water needs
- Advancements in crop modeling help adapt to climate change
-
Global
-
Education
- Faculty Fellows
-
Supported Students
- DWFI funds eight new students working on mission-related projects
- DWFI continues support of Platte Basin Timelapse interns
- Estimation of manure nutrient capacity in Nebraska minimizes water quality impacts
- Could cover crops replace offset in-season corn fertilizer?
- Congratulations to DWFI-supported student graduates
-
Communication
- Digital and online engagement connects DWFI with its global audience
- Coverage of DWFI research and events reaches more than 219 million people
- Creative storytelling used to amplify DWFI smallholder irrigation research outputs
- DWFI expertise tapped for national reports and publications
- DWFI staff receive well-deserved recognition
- 2022 Nebraska Water Center Annual Report now available
-
Outreach and Events
- Global Conference draws international audience to address water and food security
- On-farm event in Western Nebraska strengthens partnerships, spurs new ideas
- Engagement recovers to pre-pandemic levels
- Drought at forefront of discussions at Platte River Basin Conference
- 49th Annual Water Tour broadens knowledge about Nebraska water
- Nebraska Water Center seminars focus on hot topics in Nebraska Water
- Development
- Resources
- Search
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