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.
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Maintaining Kentucky Bluegrass Seed Yields Without Burning Using Biodiesel Co-products From Mustards
University of Idaho
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Kentucky bluegrass for seed has traditionally been grown in Idaho, often on steeper, more erodible slopes of the Palouse region. Field burning of grass residue to renovate the crop impacts air and water quality. The project will demonstrate the ability of mustard seed meal and seed meal extracts to stimulate seed production in Kentucky bluegrass without burning. In addition, the seed meal is a by-product of biodiesel production, and therefore by-product use will improve the economic viability of the biodiesel industry in Idaho. The project aims to minimize soil erosion and improve water quality by maintaining bluegrass production. The project will demonstrate an economically viable option to sustain yields. The Latah Soil and Water Conservation District will assist with farmer outreach.
University of Idaho
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Demonstration of two technologies that will be coupled to address the management of odors, ammonia, and phosphorus: wastewater nitrification and phosphorus crystallization. The system will be designed, constructed and operated at full scale with a cooperating producer.
University of Idaho
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This project proposes to develop and deliver pest management practices for producers in targeted watersheds to protect water resources. Surface water sampling of the Boise River and four tributaries, conducted by Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) in 2009 and 2010, resulted in 376 pesticide detections for 32 different pesticide compounds. The purpose of this study is to determine BMPs for insecticide applications on dry bulb onion, to improve insecticide effectiveness for control of onion thrips, reduce pesticide usage, reduce impacts to beneficials, and reduce potential impacts to water quality. The project will demonstrate a web-based unique IPM planning and recordkeeping software program for producers and NRCS staff.
University of Idaho
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The project will develop and demonstrate proper tape depth and spacing to accommodate subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) on rotations of silage corn with small grains or alfalfa. It will also determine additional water management or planting strategies that may be needed. SDI provides a high uniformity water application compared to set systems, particularly on odd-shaped fields. A properly-operating SDI system can meet crop water needs with about 10% less water than a center pivot or 25% less water than set systems, and energy consumption will be cut in half. A properly managed SDI system will eliminate almost all surface runoff and minimize deep percolation and leaching potential for soluble agri-chemicals.
University of Idaho
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The purpose of this project is to demonstrate, evaluate, and encourage the use of zeolites to retain nitrogen in manure and reduce odors, ammonia, and other air emissions from dairy operations. The zeolite filtration technology has shown the ability to treat a broad spectrum of airborne compounds making it a promising technology for mitigating emissions of odors and gases. Development of Best Management Practices (BMP) related to the utilization of zeolites will include educational materials as well as technical guidance for NRCS and other agencies to be able to incorporate this technology. Costs associated with the implementation of these technologies will be analyzed to provide dairy producers with economic information. It is expected that the odor reduction and nitrogen retention in the zeolites will make the zeolite filtration technology very attractive for dairy producers.
University of Idaho
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The project will help improve nitrogen (N) utilization of green manure crops grown under irrigation in Southern Idaho. Data obtained from growers&39, fields throughout Southern Idaho and from the UI Kimberly Research and Extension Center will be used to establish the relationship between plant available N and tissue N under Idaho conditions. The OSU Cover Crop Calculator will be used as a template to create an online University of Idaho Cover Crop Calculator based on Idaho-specific data. Green manures to be evaluated will likely include chickling vetch, white clover, Austrian winter peas, hairy vetch, sanfoin, red clover, sorghum sudan, wheat, barley, triticale and rye.
University of Idaho
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The project is an innovative approach that provides tools and strategies to assist farmers in adopting direct seed operations. This farmer -to-farmer mentor program will partner a farmer experienced in direct seeding with at farmer currently using conventional tillage. The mentor will provide custom-seeding services on a portion of the farmer's land, creating an on-farm demonstration of direct seeding. This also provides a side-by-side comparison of direct seed and conventional tillage for the farmer to observe. Tours and workshops will be conducted, and a framework will be developed to transfer the approach to other regions. The ultimate outcome is increased adoption of direct seeding, which will benefit farm profitability, soil tilth and stability, and the surrounding environment.
University of Idaho Extension
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The project will use the IMO (Irrigation Management Online) program, developed by Oregon State University and the Oregon NRCS. This tool links with existing weather station networks to provide individual farms with advice on irrigation scheduling and system management, and provides recordkeeping. IMO can assist with design of irrigation systems to improve system sizing and enable more effective management. Local training and technical support will be provided as IMO is piloted on cooperating farms in the Snake River Basin. More efficient use of water will help reduce the potential for off-site transport of nutrients, and will provide economic benefit to producers as well.
ViCo LLC
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The project merges traditional fertilizer management methods with a soil biological health approach to maximize soil quality and reduce the need for fertilizer application over time. The integrated approach is designed to mitigate the poor soil acidic conditions in the seed zone attributed to acidifying fertilizer accumulation in dire seed systems on cropland. Additional benefits include reduction in soil erosion and improvement in water quality. The Latah Soil and Water Conservation District will provide assistance in outreach to area farmers.
Western Ag Research
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Promote & develop the use of satellite imagery for site-specific application of fertilizer N and ag-lime in dry-land grain fields of Ashton, Idaho. Satellite imagery will be used to determine where the fertilizer and ag-lime will be placed .