Minnegram is a quarterly publication of the University of Minnesota Water Resources Center and is sponsored by the University of Minnesota College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Science, University of Minnesota Extension, the USGS-USDI National Institutes for Water Resources, and the Agricultural Experiment Station.
Recent Minnegram News
WRC Director Jeff Peterson chosen as NIWR 2023 President-elect
On March 12, current National Institutes on Water Resources (NIWR) president Oklahoma Water Resources Center director Kevin Wagner announced that WRC director Jeffrey Peterson had been elected NIWR President-elect for 2023.
Researchers explore the application of Biochar and Iron-Enhanced Sands in septic systems
Researchers are exploring the benefits of Biochar and iron-enhanced sand (IES) in boosting the effectiveness of soil filtration.
WRC newcomer Maggie Karschina moves projects ahead despite Covid hurdles
Maggie Karschnia joined the Water Resources Center and Minnesota Sea Grant as an Extension Educator August 2021. Starting a new job mid-pandemic had some unique challenges. Minnegram asked Karschnia her new work experiences and projects fared with the COVID backdrop.
Can variable rate irrigation combat groundwater issues in Minnesota?
More than 25% of groundwater in the state of Minnesota is pumped for irrigating agricultural crops. This makes irrigation the second-largest user of groundwater in the state (Freshwater Society, 2013).
Climate Adaptation Awards showcase Minnesota stories
The Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership (MCAP) celebrated achievements in leadership, education, research, policies and practices in a virtual awards ceremony January 31, 2022. The awards recognize work that improves resilience or climate justice through the development, advancement or implementation of climate adaptation strategies.