Project Search
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.
Showing 1291 - 1300 of 1802 projects
The Curators of the University of Missouri
|
MO
|
2009
Allow users accessing the Center for Applied Research and Environmental Systems (CARES) website to delineate a field and then save that field delineation on a secure website. This key advance in capabilities provides the basis for an internet-based tool that would allow a farmer to enter data about one or more fields through their web browser connected to the internet and then receive a nutrient management plan that they can then print and use to guide manure applications on that field. In its simplest use the tool provides maps showing the field location, spreadable acres, and setbacks. If the farmer also provided soil and manure test results, the tool will provide a manure rate recommendation, and a soil based phosphorus loss assessment and a phosphorus balance for the field.
The Curators of the University of Missouri
|
MO
|
2009
This project aims to develop a procedure for using LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) data to determine characteristics of forests both at the tree and stand level. The development of a methodology and procedure for using LIDAR information to extract forest mensurational data to develop sound management prescriptions for non-industrial forest Landowners. Through a method called Individual-Tree Integration, thus by extracting tree canopy structural information from a small-footprint LIDAR data algorithms will be developed to help determine other forest tree stand.
The Food Alliance
|
OR
|
2009
This project aims to develop certification standard for protection and enhancement of wildlife habitat and to promote marketing incentive for the protection and enhancement of wildlife habitat in Oregon.
The Maple Guys
|
NH
|
2009
This project aims to install wood-fired evaporator for maple sugar operation. Hold demonstrations and provide literature for others.
THE RHODE ISLAND NATURAL HISTORY SURVEY
|
RI
|
2009
The purpose of this award is for the grantee to develop and test the feasibility, effectiveness, acceptability, and sustainability of composting as a technique for animal carcass disposal on and around farms with the goal of protecting habitats from the effects of improper carcass and providing compost for use in farm/nursery activities or as a saleable farm product.
This project will address the economic viability of farms from several different angles. The voluntary sanitary composting of farm carcasses also addresses an important area of farm practice in a way that may be more acceptable to producers than a regulatory approach. The project will test a carcass disposal method that is based on substantial research and development by the Manitoba (Canada) Agriculture.
This project will address the economic viability of farms from several different angles. The voluntary sanitary composting of farm carcasses also addresses an important area of farm practice in a way that may be more acceptable to producers than a regulatory approach. The project will test a carcass disposal method that is based on substantial research and development by the Manitoba (Canada) Agriculture.
THE RHODE ISLAND NURSERIES, INC
|
RI
|
2009
The purpose of this award is for the grantee to demonstrate the utilization of heat transfer from a large compost windrow to a propagation greenhouse. Data will be collected to evaluate fuel savings in gallons, dollars, and BTU's as compared to fossil fuel and other traditional heating methods. Outreach on the project will be accomplished through site tours, trade show and workshop displays, and as part of the Master Gardener and Master Composter classes
Tuskegee University
|
AL
|
2009
To determine the feasibility of growing a summer annual (sorghum-Sudan grass) with various applications of poultry litter under irrigated and non-irrigated conditions. In addition, the project will established quality of hay produced under these conditions.
University of Maryland
|
MD
|
2009
This projet aims to develop and evaluate methods for prescribing variable rate nitrogen application on Maryland winter wheat in order to increase nitrogen use efficiency
University of New Hampshire Jackson Lab
|
NH
|
2009
This project aims to investigate invasive species management through sustainable approach that reduces costs, avoids chemicals, and incorporates bio-fuel technology.
University of Vermont Center for Sustainable Agriculture
|
VT
|
2009
Many of Vermont's livestock farmers use grazed pasture to provide a significant portion of their herd's dietary needs. Well managed rotationally grazed pasture has many well-documented environmental benefits. Limitations in forage growh due to soil compaction also reduces pasture carbon sequestration potential. This project will demonstrate and evaluate biological and mechanical practices which have been shown to alleviate compaction and improve production while also increasing carbon sequestration.