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.