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Quantifying Nutrient Management in Drainage Systems
Measuring and quantifying nutrient load reduction in agricultural drainage structures to improve water quality.
Research project focused on measuring and quantifying the actual reduction of nutrient loads in agricultural drainage structures to improve water quality and reduce environmental impact.
Sub-projects

Quantifying actual nutrient load reduction in drainage structures
Monitoring and analysis of nutrient load reduction at agricultural drainage structures.
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Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in Mid Atlantic
Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in the Mid Atlantic.
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Outcomes
- Quantified nutrient load reductions for evaluated drainage structures.
- Science-based guidance for drainage management to protect water quality.
- Partnership with growers and conservation districts for implementation.










