Our Work
Examples of how the Center For Integrated Agricultural Systems fulfills the Wisconsin Idea, bridging UW-Madison and the rest of Wisconsin.
Current research topics
Research is central to our mission. We apply multidisciplinary, participatory, systems-oriented approaches to address emerging challenges in production agriculture and the food system.
Farming Systems
How farm resources are assembled within the environment.
Including farm viability and beginner farmers, labor, soil health, grazing, cover crops, and emerging crops.
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All of the interactions and people involved along the food value chain.
Including food transportation, farm to institution, dairy supply management, and local and regional systems.
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Initiatives where CIAS is involved in the latest innovations in the farm industry.
Including Organics, Grassland 2.0, Agriculture of the Middle, and other current research topics.
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The Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems has a long history of research and information that support a variety of agriculture including crop and animal farming.
Training and learning opportunities
Want to learn more? There are a variety of opportunities for motivated individuals to learn from experienced growers and University specialists about starting a sustainable farm business.
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