Description: Drainage water recycling (DWR) boosts crop yields and water quality but lacks economic analysis. A study by ISG for EDF evaluates costs, benefits, and design scenarios. Preliminary findings help guide farmers, agencies, and stakeholders in making informed decisions about investing in and supporting broader DWR adoption and funding.

Author: Spencer Pech (ISG)*

Author Bio: Spencer Pech is a Civil Engineer on the Surface Water team at ISG. As an analytical civil engineer and resourceful project manager with a focus on water resources management including agricultural water management, water quality, ponds, wetlands, and edge-of-field practices, Spencer thrives on the opportunity to provide value to clients through innovative and multipurpose solutions to meet their needs. With a family history in farming, he places high value on our natural resources and the technologies required to sustain agricultural businesses and communities.