Water and food security are two of the most pressing issues facing the world today. With a growing population, growing demand for resources and increasing disruptions to water and food systems, it is vital to find sustainable and practical ways to overcome these challenges.
The Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute is uniquely positioned to advance water management for greater food security. By leveraging the world-class research at the University of Nebraska; the state’s expertise in agricultural and water resource management; and private sector partnerships, the institute is making progress on a more water- and food-secure future.
In its recent annual report, the institute demonstrates the impact this effective combination has achieved in the state of Nebraska and around the world.
This past year, the institute worked with both local and global partners to: