New hub for smart farming - Nebraska's precision Ag center

By Scout Nelson

Last week marked a significant advancement in agricultural research with the groundbreaking of the ARS National Center for Resilient and Regenerative Precision Agriculture at Nebraska Innovation Campus. This initiative is a collaboration between the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Thanks to federal funding championed by Sen. Deb Fischer and Rep. Mike Flood, the center is set to become a hub for innovative agricultural research. It will incorporate the ARS Agroecosystem Management Research Unit and the ARS Wheat, Sorghum, and Forage Research Unit, effectively doubling the USDA's research presence at the university.

The research at the center will be geared towards enhancing the sustainability of integrated cropping systems and refining livestock management technologies. Key crops like wheat, sorghum, and forage will see improved productivity through these efforts.

ARS scientists will work alongside University of Nebraska researchers to tackle challenges in precision agriculture, water management, and climate resilience.

This collaborative effort not only promises to elevate the standards of agricultural research but also aims to equip farmers with the tools and knowledge necessary for future farming challenges.

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