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Central Nebraska Irrigation Project

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Countries: United States of America
Basins: Missouri (422)
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Sustainable Agriculture (SDG 2.4)
Water Use Efficiency (SDG 6.4)
Climate Resilience and Adaptation (SDG 13.1)
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Drought Management
Conservation Agriculture/Agronomy
Dairy and Livestock
Irrigation Management and Technology
Services Needed: No services needed/offered
Desired Partner: Business
Language: English
Start & End Dates: Mar. 01, 2018  »  Ongoing
Project Source: User
Profile Completion: 67%

Project Overview

In 2018, Cargill, Nestlé Purina, and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) launched a three-year farmer-led program in Nebraska to improve water conservation, water quality, and soil health in the beef supply chain by focusing in the area where water is used most – to irrigate row crops used for cattle feed. The project aims to build resilience to drought in an important agricultural region by providing Nebraska farmers with a technology tool pack to help them be more efficient with …

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In 2018, Cargill, Nestlé Purina, and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) launched a three-year farmer-led program in Nebraska to improve water conservation, water quality, and soil health in the beef supply chain by focusing in the area where water is used most – to irrigate row crops used for cattle feed. The project aims to build resilience to drought in an important agricultural region by providing Nebraska farmers with a technology tool pack to help them be more efficient with irrigation, while also reducing labor time. Sensors record real-time field conditions by collecting hourly measurements on crop health and climate. Through Internet of Things (IoT) technology, farmers can control irrigation systems remotely. This program is expected to reduce water use in the beef supply chain, saving an estimated 2.4 billion gallons of irrigation water over three years.

Project Results

  • The adoption of technology by farmers was facilitated by TNC. The organization hosted community events, one-on-one trainings, and working sessions that facilitated learning by bringing together farmers, agriculture experts and tech providers.
  • Farmers have achieved on average 15 percent more efficient water use, equivalent to saving 100 million gallons.
  • Farmers are saving time and energy costs due to smarter water pumping enabled through the new technology.

Project Files

  Case Study - Central Nebraska Irrigation  English (306.8 kb)
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Partner Organizations


Cargill (Organization)

cargill.com

Our team of 160,000 professionals in 70 countries draws together the worlds of food, agriculture, nutrition and risk management. For more than 150 years, we have helped farmers grow more, connecting them to broader markets. We are continuously developing products … Learn More

Nestlé (Organization)

www.nestle.com

• Nestlé’s ambition is to enhance people’s lives through nutrition, health and wellness. We offer healthier and tastier food and beverage choices at all stages of life and at all times of the day. Based on science and Research and … Learn More

The Nature Conservancy (Organization)

www.nature.org

The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. We acheive this through the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, including more than 550 scientists, located in all 50 U.S. states … Learn More

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