Resources
Resources to Get Started with On-Farm Research
Interested in investigating new practices or answering research questions on your farm? These resources will help you get started, covering topics of developing a research question, trial design and logistics, data analysis, and more.
Getting Started with On-Farm Research
Watch all three parts of our Conducting Effective On-Farm Research webinar series for an introduction to the on-farm research process, equipment considerations, and the latest on-farm research findings and opportunities.
Learn about the value of on-farm trials and discover practical approaches to implementing research projects tailored to your specific farming conditions.
Learn how to leverage precision ag technologies to enhance your research projects, improve data accuracy, and make informed decisions that boost both productivity and sustainability.
Learn about current on-farm nitrogen management, soil health, insect monitoring, and water quality research projects and how to get involved.
Find Research Protocols
Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program (NOPP) Protocols
Protocols are designed to support those applying to DATCP’s Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program, as well as anyone interested in investigating nitrogen dynamics and management on their own farm.
Producer-Led Protocols
Protocols are designed with producers to support farmer-driven conservation solutions, farmer-to farmer mentorship, and local data on conservation practice performance across Wisconsin
More On-Farm Research Resources
Connect with Extension
Looking for assistance using any of these resources or would like support developing and implementing a research project of your own? Reach out!
Meet your local agriculture educator to get started.
Get initial questions answered and get connected with UW–Madison Extension.
Sign up for email reminders through the Wisconsin Crop Manager.
We send regular updates on research activities and opportunities for involvement.
Connect with our On-Farm Research Team.
Find ongoing opportunities for involvement, learn skills in conducting effective on-farm research, and more.
Connect with your local Extension educator, outreach specialist or the on-farm research team to receive support with:
- Developing a research question and study design
- Collecting data: what to measure, protocols and technical support
- Utilizing precision ag technologies, including writing prescriptions for trial implementation and analyzing yield monitor data
- Data analysis and figures
- Research summary report
- Sharing your results