Our purpose is to understand what is and what isn't working in grass-based farming systems now, and to explore, understand, and share promising practices for a resilient future.
Current research topics include:
- Implementing and Evaluating Woodchip Heavy-use Areas for Livestock in the Northeast
- Timing of Supplementation for Dairy Cows
- Connecticut River Watershed Assistance (Long Island Sound RCPP)
- Enhancing Research and Education for Grass Farmers (Philo Ridge Project)
- Tools for grass farmers to monitor grazing behavior and forage utilization in real time
- Increasing Ecosystem Services and Climate Change Resilience In Dominant Agroecosystems of the Northeast
- Demonstrating effects of biological and mechanical compaction best management practices on soil properties and water movement
- Biodiversity & Cattle Wellbeing