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Digital and Precision Agriculture Lab, University of MarylandPrecision Agriculture Technology Conference on Feb 26, 2026 at the Crowne Plaza, Annapolis.Digital and Precision Agriculture Lab, University of MarylandPrecision Agriculture Technology Conference on Feb 26, 2026 at the Crowne Plaza, Annapolis.
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Nutrient Load Reductions in Agricultural Drainage

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

Quantifying actual nutrient load reduction in drainage structures

Dr. Fitsum Teshome

Monitoring and analysis of nutrient load reduction at agricultural drainage structures.

Images

Quantifying actual nutrient load reduction in drainage structures 1
Quantifying actual nutrient load reduction in drainage structures 2
Quantifying actual nutrient load reduction in drainage structures 3
Quantifying actual nutrient load reduction in drainage structures 4
Quantifying actual nutrient load reduction in drainage structures 5
Quantifying actual nutrient load reduction in drainage structures 6
Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in Mid Atlantic

Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in Mid Atlantic

Dr. Fitsum Teshome

Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in the Mid Atlantic.

Images

Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in Mid Atlantic 1
Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in Mid Atlantic 2
Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in Mid Atlantic 3
Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in Mid Atlantic 4
Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in Mid Atlantic 5
Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in Mid Atlantic 6
Understanding the soil water pattern in tile-drained fields in Mid Atlantic 7

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.